GCC
German life sciences and agriculture major Bayer is planning to invest ₹200 crore to establish a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Bengaluru, with the proposed facility expected to generate approximately 220 jobs. The development marks another significant addition to Karnataka’s growing GCC ecosystem.
The proposed investment follows discussions between Karnataka Industries Minister MB Patil and Bayer leadership during his recent visit to the Netherlands. The discussions also explored opportunities to expand the company’s research and development (R&D) operations and GCC presence in the state.
Bayer already operates a service and innovation hub in Bengaluru, alongside a crop research centre in Chamarajanagar. The company has maintained a presence in India for 125 years and employs approximately 11,000 people across its domestic operations.
Its Indian footprint includes seven manufacturing plants and three Global Engineering Centres (GECs), reflecting its established manufacturing, research and engineering capabilities.
The proposed GCC expansion highlights Karnataka’s growing appeal among multinational corporations, supported by its specialised talent pool and established technology and innovation ecosystem.
