Client: Data Centre
Location: Ulaisha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Sector: Critical Infrastructure
As organisations expand their digital capacity, environmental and physical risks must be integrated into design decisions. This case study captures MitKat Advisory’s delivery of a comprehensive Flood Risk Assessment (FRA), Threat Vulnerability Risk Assessment (TVRA) and Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) for a new data centre location in Ulaisha.
Client Requirement:
The client required multi-domain insights to inform construction of a critical data facility, with focus on:
- Flood and Inundation Risks: Site topography suggested possible drainage challenges.
- Security Threat Vectors: High-value equipment and data handling called for threat anticipation.
- Environmental Risk: Regulatory scrutiny around groundwater contamination and soil quality had increased.
Our Approach
MitKat provided a three-layered risk advisory:
- Flood Simulation & Risk Mapping: Identified likely inundation zones under various return-period scenarios.
- TVRA Implementation: Applied ISO 31000, TIA-942 and best practices for identifying threats and operational vulnerabilities.
- Environmental Site Assessment (ESA): Conducted ground-level study to detect oil leaks, groundwater contamination, and potential ESG red flags.
Outcome
- Multi-domain risk visibility across flood, threat, and environmental parameters
- Design and siting adjustments based on identified risks
- Detailed risk documentation for project financing and regulatory approvals
- Improved ESG alignment and site resilience posture
MitKat’s multihazard site risk assessment for data centres provided the client with clear visibility into flood, security, and environmental risks. The integrated approach enabled informed site planning, improved ESG alignment, and ensured compliance with global and local standards for resilient infrastructure development.