Zeiss Opens Global Capability Centre Bengaluru; India Workforce To Double To 5,000 In Two Years

German precision optics leader Carl Zeiss AG has launched its new global capability centre (GCC) in Bengaluru, marking a big expansion in India, the media has reported. The company revealed ambitious plans to expand its Indian workforce from the current 2,500 employees to 5,000 by 2027, says a report by DigitTimes.

The Bengaluru facility will serve as a strategic hub for Carl Zeiss's global operations, leveraging local expertise in areas such as digital technology, research, and development. 

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The establishment of the GCC in Bengaluru underscores India's rising importance as a global centre for innovation and skilled talent.

Focus On Medical Tech, AI, Cybersecurity

Zeiss' Bengaluru centre will focus on advanced technologies including medical tech, vision care, cybersecurity, AI, and Cloud computing. Located in Karnataka, which hosts more than one-third of India's GCC facilities, the new centre joins a robust ecosystem of 570 similar facilities employing over 550,000 professionals, reports MoneyControl.

"This centre will accelerate the digital transformation of our growing global operations and stands as a clear testament to our unwavering commitment to building a solid foundation for Zeiss' growth in India," Zeiss India chief financial officer Dhaval Radia was quoted as saying by MoneyControl.

Partnership With Karnataka Government

In a significant public-private partnership, Zeiss has formed an alliance with the Karnataka government to strengthen the region's R&D capabilities in emerging technologies. 

The collaboration aims to support local startups in bringing innovative products to market within three years, particularly in areas such as AI-driven diagnostics and smart optical devices.