eBay launches GCC at Embassy Tech Village, Bengaluru; delivered by Awfis

Global commerce giant eBay, which enabled $75 billion in gross merchandise volume in 2024, has inaugurated its new Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Bengaluru. Located at Embassy Tech Village on the Outer Ring Road, the 65,000 sq ft facility will serve as a technology and innovation hub, housing functions across AI/ML, engineering, applied research, product development, data analytics and more. The centre is expected to host over 300 engineers and will play a critical role in scaling AI-driven customer experiences and accelerating product innovation across eBay’s 190 global markets. Highlighting India’s vibrant e-commerce ecosystem and unmatched technology talent, Mazen Rawashdeh, SVP & Chief Technology Officer of eBay, said Bengaluru was a natural choice for expansion. “By investing in India, we are strengthening our ability to serve 134 million active buyers worldwide while positioning ourselves for long-term growth in emerging regions,” he noted. With 2.4 billion product listings and 10 million unique sellers already leveraging generative AI features, eBay said its Bengaluru teams will have global visibility and impact as the company advances its AI-first commerce strategy. eBay’s foray into Bengaluru was facilitated by Awfis Space Solutions Limited, one of India’s India’s largest flexible workspace provider and the country’s first publicly listed workspace solutions platform. Awfis’ mandate included designing, building and managing the new office for eBay, which will serve as a strategic hub, supporting a diverse set of functions and accelerating eBay’s AI-first commerce strategy. The centre – while driving advancements in AI, research and innovation – will play a pivotal role in eBay’s continued growth in India. Its location at Embassy Tech Village – the city’s largest operational office park – offers robust connectivity between the international airport and the city centre, and access to vibrant commercial and social infrastructure. Commenting on the development, Amit Ramani, Chairman & Managing Director of Awfis Space Solutions Limited, said: “This mandate is a strong validation of Awfis’ ability to deliver future-ready, high-quality workspace solutions that align with the strategic needs of GCCs and large enterprises. Our collaboration with eBay underscores our position as the partner of choice for leading international clients, including those in the GCC region, who seek scalable, innovation-driven work environments. We are proud to play a role in enabling eBay’s global innovation journey through this new centre in Bengaluru.” As of June 2025, Awfis has 39 operational centres in Bengaluru, strategically located, offering state-of-the-art amenities and experiences curated to make the workplace experience efficient and productive. The Group has also recently helped launch 2 Elite centres at Manyata Tech Park and Prestige Venus, offering ~ 80,000 sq ft. super built-up in the city. The mandate was facilitated by Zinnov, a leading global consulting firm known for helping enterprises build, scale, and transform their global capability centres (GCCs). With this milestone, Awfis reinforces its position as India’s leading end-to-end workspace solutions provider, going far beyond offering just space. As of 30th June 2025, with 230+ centres, more than 1.5 lakh seats across 18 cities, and a diverse portfolio of workspace formats, mobility solutions, and allied services, Awfis delivers a unified, customer-centric ecosystem designed to meet every business need. By creating vibrant, tech-enabled environments that foster productivity, collaboration, and innovation, Awfis continues to set new industry benchmarks and redefine the future of work.

Awfis launches new 50000 sq ft. centre in Supreme Business Park, Powai

Awfis Space Solutions Limited, one of India’s largest and first publicly listed workspace solutions company, has announced the launch of its new centre spanning ~50000 sq ft. chargeable area in Supreme Business Park, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai.  The location offers strong connectivity through multiple transport modes, including upcoming metro lines, key arterial roads, and proximity to the airport and railway stations, making it one of Mumbai’s most accessible and upscale areas. With this expansion, Awfis now operates 35 centres in Mumbai, offering ~1.04 million. sq. ft. serving a diverse clientele across sectors and demographics. The centre is already occupied by Howden Insurance Brokers India Pvt. Ltd., a leading independent insurance and reinsurance intermediary. Howden has taken ~ 36,000 sq. ft. with a 60-month lease agreement—reflecting Howden’s long-term commitment to Awfis. Large enterprises account for 59% of Awfis’ client base, complemented by a healthy mix of mid- and small-sized occupiers, ensuring a well-balanced demand portfolio. Commenting on this development, Amit Ramani, Chairman and MD, Awfis Space Solutions Ltd., said, “Mumbai continues to flourish as India’s financial capital, driven by strong CRE growth, the influx of global capability centres, and the rising demand for high-quality Grade A office spaces. As more enterprises look to set up and expand operations in the city, we are proud to be contributing to this growth by offering innovative coworking formats, managed offices, and custom-built solutions that cater to diverse business needs while redefining the future of work. We are delighted to partner with Howden Insurance Brokers India Pvt. Ltd., one of India’s leading insurance brokers, in setting up their new office at our new Powai centre. This win reaffirms our position as the preferred workspace partner for enterprises seeking future-ready, flexible, and scalable office solutions in prime business districts.” With 73% of Awfis’ clients having tenures exceeding 24 months, the company has demonstrated strong retention and long-term trust, while a robust pipeline of new clients continues to drive portfolio growth.  India continues to emerge as a preferred global destination for corporate real estate requirements, with demand driven by major metros—Mumbai alone accounting for 20% of the growth. The office market outlook remains positive, underpinned by India’s resilient economic fundamentals and the continued expansion of global capability centers (GCCs). The demand for flexible and sustainable workspace is expected to further shape market dynamics, with occupiers increasingly seeking tech-enabled and ESG-compliant office solutions. Building on this momentum, Awfis is reinforcing its leadership in Mumbai’s coworking and managed office market, serving enterprises, startups, and professionals through a comprehensive suite of solutions spanning enterprise workspaces, allied services, and design & build capabilities across India.