Paris Infra Week 2026 - Building Europe’s AI Advantage: France's three-pronged approach to data centre buildout

AI, the topic that has dominated common parlance of late, was given appropriate prominence at this year’s Infra Week with nearly half a day dedicated to this asset class. The discourse began with a panel on Europe’s AI economy and France’s pivotal role in anchoring the asset class in the EU. Speakers included: -              Thomas Courbe - Director General for Enterprises, Ministry of the Economy, Finance and Industrial, Energy and Digital Sovereignty -              Emmanuelle Wargon - Chairwoman, Commission de Régulation de l’Energie