700-Seat Rolls-Royce Centre Boosts India’s Aerospace Hub, 6 Points

Bengaluru

🚀 Rolls-Royce Opens ₹700-Seat GCC in Bengaluru: Boost to India’s ₹3.5% GDP GCC Growth

Key Highlights

1. Rolls-Royce’s Largest Facility in India

   • Inaugurated on September 17, 2025 in Bengaluru.

   • Capacity: 700-seat Global Capability Centre (GCC).

   • Largest and most advanced Rolls-Royce facility in India.

2. Employment & Workforce Impact

   • Rolls-Royce India already employs 2,000+ engineers.

   • Majority of workforce based in Karnataka.

   • This new GCC will add significantly to local employment.

3. Financial & Industry Contribution

   • GCC sector in India poised to contribute 3.5% to India’s GDP by 2030.

   • Employment in GCCs expected to rise to 21 lakh professionals across 1,800 units by 2025, from 15 lakh in 2020.

   • Aerospace & defence industry in Karnataka is a key driver of manufacturing economy.

4. Government & Industry Support

   • Karnataka’s aerospace-friendly policies include:

     • Investor-friendly incentives.

     • Research-driven ecosystem.

   • Minister MB Patil highlighted that Bengaluru is among the top 3 global cities for aerospace investment.

5. Aerospace Ecosystem in Karnataka

   • Hosts global and domestic players:

     • Boeing, Airbus, Wipro, Mahindra, Collins Aerospace, Axus, Pixel.

   • Focus areas: propulsion, power systems, structural components, advanced technologies.

6. Global Context of GCCs

   • GCCs are offshore units by MNCs to handle operations & support.

   • India is emerging as the world’s leading GCC hub.

📊 Why This Matters for India’s Economy

• ₹3.5% GDP contribution by GCCs by 2030 makes the sector a significant growth engine.

• 21 lakh high-skill jobs by 2025 indicate strong employment opportunities.

• Rolls-Royce’s expansion strengthens India’s aerospace leadership in Asia.

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