Kao Data, the developer and operator of data centres engineered for AI and advanced computing, has announced the promotion of Fraser Clarke to Vice President of Operations.
Reporting directly to Pete Judson, Chief Operating Officer. this promotion, effective immediately, will see Fraser oversee several critical functions, including data centre operations, customer implementation, contracts and procurement, in life projects and service management.
Since joining Kao Data, Fraser has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic focus, and an unwavering commitment to operational excellence. His proven ability to guide teams through complex challenges while maintaining the highest standards of service delivery has made him an invaluable member of Kao Data’s wider leadership team.
In his new, expanded role, Fraser will be instrumental in scaling the company's operations throughout 2026 and beyond, ensuring Kao Data continues to deliver best-in-class service to its growing, diverse customer base.
Fraser Clarke, Vice President of Operations at Kao Data, said: "I'm honoured to take on this expanded role at such an exciting time for the business. Our operations teams are the backbone of everything we do, and I'm committed to building on the strong foundations we've established to support our customers and drive the company's growth in the years ahead."
Pete Judson, Chief Operating Officer at Kao Data, commented: "Fraser has demonstrated outstanding leadership and has consistently brought a high level of guidance and focus to the business. This promotion is thoroughly well-deserved, and I have every confidence that Fraser will excel in his new role as we continue to scale."
Effective operations management is absolutely critical for Kao Data as it continues to expand its customer portfolio and evolve alongside existing customers. As businesses increasingly rely on Kao Data's infrastructure to power their AI and high-performance computing workloads, Fraser's leadership will help define and deliver operational excellence across the platform.
2026 is set to be a landmark year for Kao Data, with the KLON-03 data centre in Harlow coming online and a number of key development projects set to commence. Fraser's leadership will play a pivotal role in ensuring the company is well-positioned to meet growing demand and deliver on its ambitious growth plans.
