Lennox Grows Chennai GCC with US$ 6M Investment, Adding 600 New Jobs
Editorial Highlights
- •Lennox International is investing US$ 6 million to significantly expand its Global Capability Centre in Chennai.
- •The expansion adds 600 new jobs, increasing the total workforce at the facility to 1,500 employees.
- •The new 150,000 sq ft office space focuses on advanced IT labs and improved employee well-being facilities.
Lennox International Inc, a global leader in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) solutions, today announced a US$ 6 million investment to expand its Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Chennai. The facility will now span 150,000 sq ft, giving it the capacity to increase its workforce from 900 to 1,500 employees.
The expanded GCC in Chennai is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities designed to support Lennox’s global operations in HVACR solutions. The new office features modern collaborative workstations, larger Controls & IT labs, gym facility, a play area, privacy pods, recharge rooms, mother care room, and training rooms designed to enhance collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being.
The Chennai GCC, established in 2010, has evolved into a key strategic hub for Lennox, attracting top talent in IT and Engineering. Over the years, its scope has expanded beyond technology to support Finance, Marketing Communications, HR, Legal, Customer Experience, and Sourcing, broadening its role in global operations.
At the launch, Prakash Bedapudi, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Lennox International Inc, said, “Chennai remains a vital hub for our global operations. Over the past 15 years, Lennox has invested US$ 14 million in India, reinforcing our commitment to innovation, job creation, and sustainable development. Chennai’s skilled workforce and dynamic business ecosystem align perfectly with our mission to drive technological advancements and deliver next-generation HVACR solutions.”
Lennox’s expansion strengthens its global operations and scales all key functions. The investment also aligns with Tamil Nadu’s business-friendly policies, leveraging the state’s talent pool and infrastructure to drive innovation. With a thriving industrial ecosystem and an inclusive work culture, Chennai provides the ideal environment for Lennox to accelerate collaboration, sustainability, and cutting-edge HVACR advancements for its global customers.
For more information: www.lennoxindia.com
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