DAMAC Group Opens New GCC in Noida, Plans Second in Pune
Company ExpansionNovember 25, 2024

DAMAC Group Opens New GCC in Noida, Plans Second in Pune

UAE-based DAMAC Group opens new GCC in Noida with 250+ employees, plans second facility in Pune by 2026 with 100+ employees.

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GCC Expansion Strategy

UAE-based DAMAC Group has launched DAMAC Shared Services India (DSSI) and established a new Global Capability Center (GCC) in Noida with over 250 professionals. The company also plans to launch a second GCC facility in Pune by 2026, which will employ an additional 100+ skilled professionals.

Noida GCC

DAMAC Group's expansion into India represents a strategic move to leverage the country's talent pool and cost advantages. The Noida facility serves as the company's primary GCC, supporting DAMAC's global operations across multiple regions.

Pune GCC (Planned)

Location Noida, India
Team Size 250+ professionals
Services Global shared services and capability center
Focus Supporting DAMAC's global ambitions

Strategic Vision

Launch Timeline By 2026
Team Size 100+ employees
Purpose Additional capacity and specialized services

Investment in Human Capital

Hussain Sajwani, founder of DAMAC Group, stated: "We are committed to building high-performing teams by 2026, delivering leading services to support DAMAC's global ambitions."

Market Impact

M.P. John, Chief Human Capital Officer, emphasized: "We are investing in India's human-capital strengths and enabling a services centre that will transform how we work across regions."

For India

For DAMAC Group

- Job creation (350+ positions across both facilities)
- Technology and services sector growth
- Knowledge transfer and skill development
- Economic contribution to Noida and Pune

GCC Trend

- Enhanced operational efficiency
- Access to skilled Indian talent
- Cost optimization
- Global service delivery capabilities

The Bottom Line

This expansion reflects the growing trend of GCCs in India, with companies establishing centers to:

- Leverage India's talent pool
- Optimize operational costs
- Support global business operations
- Drive digital transformation

DAMAC Group's GCC expansion in India demonstrates the country's attractiveness as a destination for global capability centers. The investment in Noida and planned Pune facility positions DAMAC to enhance its global service delivery while contributing to India's growing GCC ecosystem.

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