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    • Advanced Energy Opens New Global Capability Centre in Pune

      Advanced Energy Opens New Global Capability Centre in Pune

      Pune, Maharashtra: Advanced Energy has officially opened its new Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Pune, India, adding another global organisation to the city’s expanding GCC ecosystem.

      The new Pune centre will serve as a shared-services hub supporting global development roles for Advanced Energy. The centre is designed to strengthen collaboration between teams in India and colleagues across different regions and time zones, supporting the company’s global operations.

      The inauguration brought together Advanced Energy leaders and employees from across India. The event featured leadership remarks, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, traditional lamp lighting and a cake-cutting celebration, marking the beginning of the centre’s operations in Pune.

      Strengthening Pune’s GCC Ecosystem

      Advanced Energy’s entry adds to the continued growth of Pune as a destination for global capability operations.

      The city has increasingly attracted multinational organisations establishing or expanding GCCs across technology, engineering, business services, research and development, finance and other specialised functions.

      For companies operating globally, Pune offers access to a strong talent base and an established technology and business ecosystem, while providing opportunities to build teams that work closely with international counterparts.

      Advanced Energy’s new centre reflects this broader evolution, with its Pune team expected to contribute to global development and shared-service functions while collaborating with colleagues across the company’s international operations.

      As more global organisations establish dedicated capabilities in the city, Pune’s role within India’s wider GCC landscape continues to expand.

      Pune GCC welcomes Advanced Energy to Pune and looks forward to following the growth and contribution of its new centre.

    • Citi Expands Pune Footprint with ~1 Million Sq. Ft. Office Space

      Citi Expands Pune Footprint with ~1 Million Sq. Ft. Office Space

      Pune’s GCC ecosystem gets another significant boost as Citi expands its presence in Kharadi.

      Pune continues to attract large-scale global operations, with Citi taking approximately 1 million sq. ft. of office space at Panchshil Business Hub in Kharadi.

      The expansion marks Citi India’s largest office space to date and is another important milestone in the company’s long-standing presence in Pune. Citi’s association with the city goes back to 2012, when it began its presence at EON Free Zone.

      A growing global operation

      Citi’s presence in India has grown considerably over the years. Its Citi Solutions Centers in India are now home to more than 35,000 colleagues, supporting businesses across more than 80 markets globally.

      Teams in India work across a wide range of functions, including technology, operations, analytics, risk, compliance and financial processes, as well as digital banking and emerging technologies.

      The latest expansion adds further scale to Citi’s operations in Pune.

      What it means for Pune

      For Pune’s GCC ecosystem, the development is another example of how global companies are continuing to expand their operations in the city.

      Kharadi has become an important location for BFSI and GCC operations, with companies increasingly using Pune to manage technology, analytics, operations and other global business functions.

      Citi’s expansion also reflects the changing scale of Pune’s GCC landscape. What was once largely associated with technology and IT services has developed into a much broader ecosystem spanning financial services, technology, analytics, risk management, operations and specialised global functions.

      As more global organizations deepen their presence in Pune, the city continues to strengthen its role as an important hub for global capability and business operations.

    • US-Based UKG Expands Pune Office, Building on Its Centre of Excellence

      US-Based UKG Expands Pune Office, Building on Its Centre of Excellence

      Pune: US-based workforce management and HR technology company UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) is expanding its office presence in Pune, adding further momentum to the city’s growing Global Capability Centre (GCC) ecosystem.

      The expansion comes after UKG opened its Pune Centre of Excellence in April 2025, marking a significant milestone in the company’s India growth journey. The new centre was established to support UKG’s product and technology ecosystem and serve customers across its global markets.

      At the time of the Pune launch, UKG announced that the new centre was expected to house up to 500 employees during 2025. The Pune team was planned to focus on product innovation, engineering and AI-powered workforce management platforms and solutions.

      UKG already had a significant India workforce when the Pune centre was launched, with more than 3,000 employees across the country. UKG has been present in India since 2007, making its Pune expansion part of a much longer India growth story.

      From First Presence to Expansion

      UKG’s Pune journey illustrates an increasingly important trend within the city’s GCC landscape.

      The company’s Pune Centre of Excellence was designed to leverage the city’s technology talent and engineering ecosystem while contributing to UKG’s global product and technology capabilities. UKG described Pune as a strategic location where engineering expertise and a culture of innovation could support the development of its global HCM and workforce management solutions.

      The initial plan to build a Pune team of up to 500 employees demonstrated the scale of UKG’s commitment to the city.

      The subsequent expansion of the Pune office further reflects how global companies are increasingly moving from establishing a presence to building deeper and larger capabilities in the city.

      Pune’s Growing Role in Global Technology Operations

      UKG’s expansion comes at a time when Pune is strengthening its position as an important destination for Global Capability Centres.

      The city offers a combination of engineering and technology talent, a strong higher-education ecosystem and an established technology industry. These factors are enabling multinational companies to develop teams that contribute to global product development, engineering, customer experience and other critical functions.

      UKG’s current careers information identifies Noida and Pune as key UKG locations in India, with more than 3,000 employees across the two locations working across engineering, customer experience and finance.

      For Pune, the UKG story is therefore about more than an office expansion. It represents the evolution of a global company’s presence from a newly established Centre of Excellence toward a larger and deeper technology operation.

      As more multinational companies follow a similar path — enter, establish, scale and expand — Pune’s role within India’s GCC landscape continues to evolve.

      UKG’s growing footprint adds another chapter to that story.

      Pune GCC tracks the companies, investments, leadership developments and expansions shaping Pune’s Global Capability Centre ecosystem.

    • Pendo Opens New Office in Pune, Expanding Its Global Technology Footprint

      Pendo Opens New Office in Pune, Expanding Its Global Technology Footprint

      Pendo, the Raleigh, North Carolina-based software company, has opened a new office in Pune, strengthening its presence in India and expanding its global technology footprint.

      Founded in 2013, Pendo provides a product experience platform that helps organisations understand user behaviour, improve software adoption, gather customer feedback and build better digital experiences. The company serves 14,000+ companies across 115 industries worldwide and has more than 850 employees across 10 global offices.

      Pendo’s Pune presence adds another global software technology company to the city’s rapidly expanding ecosystem. The new office is expected to contribute to Pune’s growing capabilities across software engineering, product development, artificial intelligence and digital innovation.

      The expansion further reflects Pune’s growing importance as a destination for global technology companies looking to build skilled teams and develop products and capabilities for international markets.

      With an increasing number of global companies establishing technology and innovation operations in the city, Pendo’s new Pune office adds to the momentum of Pune’s evolving Global Capability Centre ecosystem.

      Pune GCC welcomes Pendo to Pune and looks forward to its growth in the city.

    • Renesas Electronics Expands India Footprint with New Pune Office

      Renesas Electronics Expands India Footprint with New Pune Office

      Pune | September 2026: Japanese semiconductor major Renesas Electronics is strengthening its presence in India with a new office in Pune, marking another significant development for the city’s growing technology and engineering ecosystem.

      The company has crossed 1,000 employees in India and plans to open its Pune office later this year. The new facility is expected to support Renesas’ capabilities in automotive solutions and system development, while contributing to its broader work across industrial, IoT and emerging technology applications.

      Renesas already has a presence in major Indian technology hubs including Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Noida. The addition of Pune to its India footprint reflects the city’s expanding role in engineering, automotive technology, semiconductor innovation and global product development.

      Pune has increasingly attracted global technology and engineering organisations, supported by its strong talent pool, automotive ecosystem and established R&D capabilities. Renesas’ expansion adds to this momentum and further strengthens Pune’s position within India’s evolving semiconductor and technology landscape.

      The development comes at a time when semiconductor and electronics companies are expanding their engineering and product-development capabilities in India, creating new opportunities for specialised talent and technology ecosystems.

      For Pune’s GCC ecosystem, Renesas’ expansion represents another addition to the city’s growing base of global technology and engineering operations.

    • Harish Bharti Elevated to CTO, IBM Consulting – Asia Pacific

      Harish Bharti Elevated to CTO, IBM Consulting – Asia Pacific

      Pune | September 17, 2026 — IBM has elevated Harish Bharti to the position of Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Asia Pacific, IBM Consulting, giving him a broader technology leadership mandate across one of the world’s key enterprise technology markets.
      Bharti has been associated with IBM for more than two decades and has held several senior technology and architecture roles. He has served as an IBM Distinguished Engineer and Master Inventor, with expertise spanning enterprise architecture, cloud transformation, application modernisation, cloud-native technologies and data architecture.

      Strong Pune Connection

      Bharti’s professional journey also has a significant connection with Pune. In 2015, he was elevated to Chief Architect, Global Solutioning Centre of Excellence, a role in which he was based in Pune for more than five years and worked on complex technology solutions addressing client business requirements.

      His professional profile continues to list Pune as his location, reflecting his longstanding association with the city’s technology ecosystem.

      Focus on AI and Enterprise Transformation

      In his new regional role, Bharti will work with enterprises and banks across Asia Pacific as they scale artificial intelligence and modernise their technology environments.

      Bharti has highlighted his focus on solving complex technology challenges and helping teams build agentic AI systems capable of moving beyond demonstrations into reliable production environments.

      His career at IBM has included leadership roles such as Chief Architect, Global Solutioning Center of Excellence and Lead Architect for the Application Innovation Services Cloud Program, alongside his work in core systems modernisation.

      Bharti is also recognised for his contribution to technology innovation through a substantial patent portfolio covering areas including cloud, blockchain, cognitive computing, microservices, digital integration, edge computing and AI-related technologies.

      Pune’s Global Technology Leadership

      Bharti’s elevation adds another example of technology leadership emerging from professionals with deep connections to Pune’s Global Capability Centre and technology ecosystem.

      As Pune continues to host global technology and innovation operations, leadership journeys such as Bharti’s demonstrate the city’s connection to enterprise technology, cloud, AI and global transformation initiatives.

      Pune GCC congratulates Harish Bharti on his new role and wishes him success in his leadership journey across Asia Pacific.

    • US-Based BrightNight Inaugurates Another New Office in Pune

      US-Based BrightNight Inaugurates Another New Office in Pune

      US-based AI-native power company BrightNight has inaugurated its new office in Pune, marking another addition to the city’s growing GCC ecosystem. The expansion reflects the company’s long-term commitment to India and its plans to build a larger presence in the country.

      The new office marks an important step in BrightNight’s India growth journey. The company currently has around 58 employees in India and plans to significantly expand its workforce, with several new positions opening as part of this expansion.

      BrightNight describes itself as the first purpose-built independent power company designed to deliver safe, reliable, dispatchable, highest-value energy at the lowest cost to the fastest-growing markets. The company primarily serves utilities, data centers, and commercial & industrial (C&I) customers.

      Speaking at the inauguration, Founder & CEO Martin Hermann said:

      “The inauguration of our new Pune office reflects both how far BrightNight has come and the ambition we have for the future. India is home to exceptional talent, and our growing Pune team will play an important role in advancing innovation, collaboration, and execution excellence behind our mission to deliver next-generation power and digital infrastructure. We are proud to deepen our commitment to Pune and excited to build the next chapter of BrightNight’s growth together.”

      Head of BrightNight India, Sitesh Subudhi, said:

      “Our new Pune office marks an important milestone in BrightNight’s growth and reflects our long-term commitment to the region. As we continue to expand our capabilities and invest in our people, this office will provide a best-in-class environment for talent, innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. It strengthens our ability to scale while building a sustainable foundation for BrightNight’s continued growth in India.”

      BrightNight’s expansion comes at a time when Pune continues to attract global companies across technology, engineering, energy, and digital infrastructure. With plans to grow its workforce and invest in local talent, the company further strengthens Pune’s position as one of India’s leading destinations for global capability centres and innovation-driven operations.

    • DataBahn Expands to Pune, Strengthening Its Global Technology FootprintUS-based AI and cybersecurity company adds Pune as its next India location

      DataBahn Expands to Pune, Strengthening Its Global Technology FootprintUS-based AI and cybersecurity company adds Pune as its next India location

      PUNE: US-based AI and cybersecurity company DataBahn is expanding its India footprint with Pune as its next office location, following the company’s recent expansion in Chennai.

      With operations spanning Dallas, Chennai and now Pune, DataBahn is strengthening its global engineering and technology capabilities while building a larger international team.

      The company develops AI-powered data infrastructure for enterprise security and says more than 50% of its customers are Fortune 500 companies. Its expansion into Pune reflects the city’s growing importance as a hub for technology, engineering, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity talent.

      DataBahn’s Pune expansion is another addition to the city’s rapidly evolving Global Capability Centre (GCC) ecosystem, as more global companies look to Pune for high-value technology and innovation operations.

      From Dallas to Chennai, and now Pune — DataBahn’s expansion adds another global technology story to Pune’s growing GCC journey.

    • Maharashtra’s GCC Momentum Accelerates as Magnum Ice Cream Company Inaugurates Global Capability Centre in Pune

      Maharashtra’s GCC Momentum Accelerates as Magnum Ice Cream Company Inaugurates Global Capability Centre in Pune

      Pune | September 4, 2026

      Maharashtra’s position as one of India’s leading destinations for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) received another significant boost with the inauguration of The Magnum Ice Cream Company’s Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Pune, marking a major milestone in the company’s India operations and in Pune’s evolution as a technology-led global business hub.

      The GCC was inaugurated by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in the presence of senior government officials, industry leaders and representatives of The Magnum Ice Cream Company.

      Speaking at the inauguration, Chief Minister Fadnavis described the new centre as a testament to how effectively government-industry collaboration can translate investment commitments into tangible outcomes.

      He congratulated CFO Abhijit Bhattacharya and the entire Magnum team for establishing the GCC in what he described as a “record time”, highlighting the speed with which the company’s investment commitment was converted into a fully operational facility.

      From MOU to Action: Maharashtra’s Investment Story

      Reflecting on the frequent perception that Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed with governments can remain only on paper, the Chief Minister said the Magnum GCC demonstrates how quickly an investment commitment can become reality when government and business work together.

      He emphasised that the inauguration was proof that Maharashtra’s investment facilitation ecosystem is focused on execution rather than merely announcements.

      According to the Chief Minister, the experience of companies such as Magnum is particularly important because businesses that successfully establish and expand operations in the state become the strongest ambassadors for Maharashtra as an investment destination.

      “Maharashtra is a place where business is taken seriously,” he said, stressing that the state views businesses as critical partners in generating employment and accelerating economic growth.

      Magnum’s Growing Footprint Makes it a Maharashtra Global Company

      The Chief Minister highlighted The Magnum Ice Cream Company’s expanding footprint across Maharashtra, pointing to its presence across Mumbai, Pune and Nashik.

      The company has its regional headquarters in Mumbai, its newly inaugurated GCC in Pune, and its manufacturing presence in Nashik.

      With the Pune GCC expected to employ more than 1,000 people, alongside the creation of indirect employment opportunities, the facility represents a significant addition to Maharashtra’s technology and business services ecosystem.

      Fadnavis described Magnum as increasingly becoming a “Maharashtra global company”, while thanking the company’s leadership for choosing the state for its expansion.

      He also welcomed the company’s indication that its future ventures would continue to have a presence in Maharashtra.

      A Next-Generation GCC Built Around Technology

      The Pune GCC is positioned as a next-generation capability centre that will leverage emerging technologies to support the company’s global operations.

      The Chief Minister highlighted the role of automation, artificial intelligence, logistics and other advanced technologies in transforming Magnum’s production and distribution capabilities.

      The GCC is expected to contribute beyond conventional support functions, becoming a technology and capability engine that can help drive efficiency, innovation and operational excellence across the company’s global ecosystem.

      The development reinforces Pune’s growing role as a preferred location for multinational companies looking to establish technology, engineering, analytics, digital and global business capability operations.

      Maharashtra Targets the Next Phase of the GCC Revolution

      Fadnavis said Maharashtra has emerged as one of the most preferred destinations for GCCs and that the state intends to capture a significant share of the ongoing GCC expansion across India.

      He pointed to Pune’s strong performance in GCC leasing and challenged the administration and local ecosystem to take the city to the number-one position.

      The Chief Minister expressed confidence that Pune and Maharashtra could emerge as the leading GCC destinations by the end of 2026.

      He also highlighted the scale of ambition behind Maharashtra’s GCC policy.

      The state had set an initial target of attracting 400 GCCs in the first year of the policy. According to the Chief Minister, the number of GCCs attracted had already crossed 130, with Maharashtra aiming to exceed 800 and potentially reach 1,000 GCCs through stronger implementation and continued investment facilitation.

      Policy That Focuses on Implementation

      A key message from the Chief Minister was that Maharashtra’s competitive advantage does not rest solely on announcing an attractive policy framework.

      He stressed that the state’s differentiation lies in implementation.

      According to Fadnavis, Maharashtra’s approach is to promise what it can deliver and then implement those commitments “in letter and spirit”.

      This execution-oriented approach, he said, is critical to building confidence among global companies considering India expansion and choosing between competing locations.

      The Magnum GCC, established in record time, was presented as a practical example of this investment facilitation philosophy.

      Pune’s Next Transformation: From IT Hub to Future-Ready Urban Economy

      The inauguration also became a platform for outlining Maharashtra’s broader vision for Pune and the Pune Metropolitan Region.

      The Chief Minister acknowledged that Pune and the wider Pune region have expanded rapidly over the past several years, while infrastructure development has not always kept pace with urbanisation.

      He said the government is now working on a comprehensive transformation programme covering Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad and the wider PMRDA region.

      The objective is to create a more livable, connected and globally competitive urban environment for businesses, employees and residents.

      Fadnavis said the administration has prepared a comprehensive plan involving municipal corporations, the district administration, PMRDA and MIDC, with implementation expected to begin shortly.

      He expressed confidence that significant improvements would become visible over the next two years, with the ambition of making the region one of the most sought-after places to live and work.

      Mobility at the Centre of Pune’s Next Growth Phase

      For a city increasingly attracting global companies and high-value talent, mobility will be a critical component of Pune’s future competitiveness.

      The Chief Minister outlined a major infrastructure agenda designed to improve connectivity and reduce commuting challenges across Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad and the broader metropolitan region.

      Key initiatives highlighted include:

      • Shivajinagar–Hinjawadi Metro
      • Outer Ring Road
      • Inner Ring Road
      • High Capacity Mass Transit Route (HCMTR)
      • Plans for HCMTR connectivity in Pimpri-Chinchwad
      • New tunnel infrastructure
      • Wider investments aimed at improving urban mobility and connectivity

      Fadnavis said the objective is not simply to expand infrastructure but to significantly increase the speed and efficiency of movement across the metropolitan region.

      The government has set an ambition to complete major components of this transformation by 2029, positioning Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad and the PMR region as one of India’s most advanced mobility-enabled urban areas.

      Building the Next Generation of GCCs—and a Government Capable of Supporting Them

      In a particularly forward-looking observation, Fadnavis said innovation cannot remain limited to businesses.

      As companies establish sophisticated GCCs that use AI, automation, analytics and advanced technologies, government institutions must also modernise their capabilities.

      He noted that Maharashtra should look at developing Global Capability Centres within government itself, reflecting a broader vision of technology-enabled governance.

      This convergence of business innovation, public-sector transformation and infrastructure development could become an important differentiator for Maharashtra as it competes for the next wave of global investments.

      Pune’s GCC Story Enters a New Phase

      The inauguration of The Magnum Ice Cream Company’s GCC comes at a time when Pune’s GCC ecosystem is expanding beyond its traditional technology and engineering strengths.

      The city is increasingly emerging as a destination for global organisations seeking access to skilled talent, technology capabilities, business services, engineering expertise and a strong industrial ecosystem.

      The Magnum investment adds another global brand to this expanding landscape and reinforces the role of Pune as a strategic location for global capability operations.

      For Maharashtra, the development represents more than the opening of another corporate facility.

      It reflects the state’s broader ambition to position itself as a global GCC powerhouse, while simultaneously transforming Pune into a future-ready, highly connected and globally competitive business and mobility hub.

      As the Chief Minister concluded, the success of this ecosystem will depend on continued collaboration between government, industry and the wider business community.

      With companies investing, government accelerating infrastructure and Pune’s talent ecosystem continuing to evolve, the next chapter of Maharashtra’s GCC story is already taking shape.

      Pune is not simply becoming a destination for GCCs—it is positioning itself to become one of India’s defining global capability and business hubs.

    • DataPhi-AI Expands Its Pune Footprint with a New 100-Seater Office

      DataPhi-AI Expands Its Pune Footprint with a New 100-Seater Office

      Dubai-based DataPhi-AI strengthens its presence in Pune with a larger workspace designed to support continued growth, collaboration and innovation.

      PUNE: Dubai-based DataPhi-AI has expanded its presence in Pune by moving into a new 100-seater office, marking another significant milestone in the company’s growth journey.

      The larger workspace provides DataPhi-AI’s growing team with additional capacity to collaborate, exchange ideas and develop technology solutions across artificial intelligence, data analytics and data engineering. The expansion reflects the company’s continued commitment to building its operations and strengthening its talent base in Pune.

      The move comes as Pune continues to attract global technology companies and organisations looking to establish or expand their presence in India. With its strong talent pool, technology ecosystem and growing GCC landscape, the city has emerged as an important destination for businesses building global capabilities.

      For DataPhi-AI, the new office represents more than an increase in physical capacity. It creates an environment where teams can work more closely, innovate faster and contribute to the company’s broader technology and business objectives.

      The company’s expansion also adds to Pune’s growing story as a Global Capability Centre and technology hub, with international and technology-led organisations increasingly choosing the city for their operations, engineering capabilities and innovation functions.

      The new 100-seater facility is expected to support DataPhi-AI’s continued growth in Pune while providing its employees with a larger and more collaborative workplace.

      DataPhi-AI and Pune’s Growing GCC Ecosystem

      Pune has witnessed growing momentum in the Global Capability Centre ecosystem, with companies increasingly using the city not only for traditional support functions but also for technology, engineering, analytics, artificial intelligence and innovation.

      DataPhi-AI’s expanded Pune footprint is another example of this evolving ecosystem. The company’s focus on data and AI aligns closely with the technology capabilities that are increasingly becoming central to the next generation of GCCs.

      As Pune continues to strengthen its position on the global technology map, expansions such as this underline the city’s ability to support companies at different stages of their growth journey.

      Pune GCC congratulates DataPhi-AI on its new 100-seater office and wishes the entire team continued success as it expands its footprint and capabilities in Pune.

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