Delta Consulting Group Director John Coker, Vice President Cory Milburn and Senior Director Ben Woolley recently co-authored a chapter for Global Arbitration Review’s (GAR) Arbitration Review of the Americas 2026. This annual publication features insights and thought leadership on key arbitration topics from leading practitioners throughout North and South America.
Their chapter, titled, “Navigating the surge: data centre construction disputes in the Americas,” examines the unprecedented surge in data centre construction across the region, driven by soaring demand for digital infrastructure, cloud services, and artificial intelligence (AI). This rapid expansion has led to a notable increase in complex construction disputes, which are increasing in both frequency and value and offer important lessons for project stakeholders. These disputes are often driven by compressed schedules, global supply chain bottlenecks, intricate technology integration and shifting regulatory frameworks. Contractual ambiguity often adds to the risk, further complicating resolution efforts.
The Delta-authored chapter reviews key regulatory changes in the US, Brazil, and Canada, and explores the growing influence of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) mandates on contractual obligations. It also identifies typical dispute triggers, underscores the critical role of expert testimony, and outlines effective strategies for dispute prevention.
This edition of the publication also includes overviews on concurrent delay; the impact of economic uncertainty on projects; international arbitration and aviation matters.
Launched in 2006, GAR is the leading resource on international arbitration news and community intelligence. This contribution to a leading industry publication reflects Delta’s ongoing commitment to providing current and innovative thought leadership related to top-of-mind construction industry topics, helping clients and stakeholders navigate complexity with informed, strategic guidance.
Accreditation: This article was first published on Global Arbitration Review in July 2025; for further in-depth analysis, please visit the GAR The Arbitration Review of the Americas.
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