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WTC Chennai Observes National Safety Week

March 9, 2026 - 4 Mar 2026 The launch of National Safety Week 2026 (4 March – 10 March) at World Trade Center Chennai began with a series of activities focused on strengthening awareness and responsibility across the campus. The day began with the flag hoisting by Mr. Poovazhagan from our tenant company, Caterpillar. This was followed by safety badge distribution and a collective safety pledge, reinforcing the importance of shared responsibility in creating a secure work environment. A safety rally across the campus, involving clients and staff, added momentum to the day’s program and encouraged greater participation in safety initiatives. With more activities planned through the week, the program aims to promote a culture where safety, awareness, and preparedness remain integral to everyday operations. Read More

WTCA Officials Visit WTC Chennai

December 6, 2025 - 25 Nov 2025 Crystal Edn (Executive Director – Member Services) and Adele Zhang (Senior Regional Services Manager) from World Trade Centers Association, New York, visited World Trade Center Chennai. Their visit strengthened collaboration and reaffirmed our shared vision for global growth. Read More

FM Connect 2025 in Chennai

December 6, 2025 - 19 Sep 2025 The Brigade FM Connect 2025, held at Holiday Inn Chennai OMR IT Expressway Hotel, brought together the facilities management community at WTC Chennai. Senior leaders from Brigade Group, including Atul Kumar (COO - Facilities, Aureya FM), Sitanshu Shekhar (Vice President - Operations, Aureya FM) and Kamalakannan( Head of Sales & Leasing-Chennai, Brigade) presented an insightful overview of Aureya FM’s corporate journey, property portfolio and forward-looking initiatives. Highlights of the evening included safety protocols, productivity enhancements, sustainability practices and digital innovations. The evening concluded with a musical performance and networking over cocktails. Brigade FM Connect is a series designed by Aureya FM for client companies. Read More

WTC Chennai Receives 5S Platinum Award

December 6, 2025 - 18 Sep 2025 We’re pleased to share that World Trade Center Chennai has earned the 5S Platinum Certification, a mark of excellence in workplace organization and continuous improvement. Rooted in the Japanese 5S methodology – Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain – this award reflects our focus on building safe, efficient, and inspiring environments for businesses to thrive. Certified by the ABK-AOTS DOSOKAI Tamil Nadu Center, WTC Chennai joins 10 Brigade Group properties recognized for their commitment to operational excellence. The award ceremony took place at the 22nd ABK-AOTS Annual Certification – 2025 on September 18, 2025, where the honors were presented by Mr. Kaoru Shiraishi, Director General of JETRO Chennai, Mr. S V Sriram, CEO of Mangal Industries (Amara Raja Group), and Mr. Koshy Abraham, EVP of Carborundum Universal Ltd. Read More

WTC Chennai wins INFHRA Awards 2025

December 6, 2025 - 10 Aug 2025 World Trade Center Chennai has been recognized for its commitment to excellence at the INFHRA 2nd Edition of Corporate Excellence Conference & Awards 2025 held in Chennai. 1.Platinum Award for ESG – Honouring our dedication to sustainable practices, environmental responsibility, and strong governance standards. 2. Silver Award for Tech-Driven Workplace Change – Recognizing our innovative approach in leveraging technology to enhance workplace efficiency, collaboration, and employee experience. These awards are a testament to our vision of building a greener, smarter, and more future-ready workspace for our tenants and partners. The Infrastructure, Facility, Human Resource and Realty Association (iNFHRA) recognizes excellence in the workplace, particularly in the areas of facility management, human resources, and real estate. The awards are jury-driven and aim to acknowledge innovative projects, technologies, and best practices within these fields. Read More

WTC AMTZ Team Visits WTC Chennai

December 6, 2025 - 26 Jul 2025 The World Trade Center Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (WTC AMTZ) team recently visited the World Trade Center Chennai, marking a significant step towards fostering synergies between the two renowned organizations. Mr. Prateek Agarwal, Director- AMTZ met with Brigadier Sudipto Roy, General Manager, WTC Chennai, to discuss potential avenues for collaboration and innovation. The discussions centered around leveraging each organization’s strengths to create impactful partnerships in areas such as technology exchange, business development and international networking. WTC AMTZ is located within the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone in Visakhapatnam, India’s premier medical technology manufacturing hub. It plays a crucial role in advancing healthcare innovation and international trade in the MedTech sector by offering state-of-the-art infrastructure, global market access and business support services. Read More

Kickstarting the BSC Five Star Audit Journey

July 2, 2025 - 23 Jun 2025 We have officially begun our journey towards securing the prestigious Five Star Health and Safety Certification from the British Safety Council. At the inaugural meeting held at Brigade Tech Gardens, Auditor Mr. Rajendra Dusane introduced the audit process, which includes a site round, documentation check, and interactions with a cross-section of employees. The audit will follow the 2024 Specification of the British Safety Council Five Star Audit, covering 4 key sections and 50 elements: Plan – Organizational leadership, commitment, and planning Do – Implementation and operation Check – Performance monitoring and measurement Act – Evaluation and continual improvement The British Safety Council is a globally recognized not-for-profit body dedicated to reducing workplace risks and promoting health, safety, and environmental excellence for over six decades. The Council helps organizations develop, implement and maintain effective safety systems and processes. Undertaking this audit helps organizations benchmark their safety systems against international best practices, strengthen compliance, and demonstrate a strong commitment to employee well-being. Read More

Interactive Session with the CG of Belarus

June 28, 2025 - 12 Jun 2025 WTC Chennai hosted an interactive session with H. E. Aliaksandr MATSUKOU, Consul General of Belarus in Mumbai, to discuss bilateral trade opportunities between Belarus and India. The session was held at the seminar hall of WTC and brought together stakeholders in tourism. Brigadier Sudipto Roy - General Manager, WTCC, welcomed the gathering. The Consul General shared insights into Belarus’ strengths in industry, education and tourism, and emphasized the country’s interest in expanding regional co-operation. Mr. Kamleshwaran P. S., CEO of Southern Skies Tours & Travels, also addressed the gathering and expressed support for promoting tourism. The event concluded with an engaging Q&A and networking session, encouraging participants to explore future partnerships with Belarus. Read More

WTC Chennai Celebrates World Environment Day

June 28, 2025 - 5 Jun 2025 In line with this year’s theme, #BeatPlasticPollution, WTC Chennai celebrated World Environment Day 2025 by encouraging sustainable practices among its tenant community. As part of the initiative, saplings, seedballs and in-house generated organic manure were distributed to tenants. Through this simple act of giving, the WTC encouraged its occupants to take small but meaningful steps toward a greener tomorrow. Read More

Women's Day Celebrations at WTC Chennai

March 14, 2025 - 12 Mar 2025 We celebrated International Women’s Day 2025 in style, blending laughter, music and empowerment into an unforgettable evening. The event featured a stand-up comedy performance by Syama Harini, along with a live music session by Neha and Alwin. Syama Harini’s razor-sharp humor had the audience in splits, as she shared hilarious and relatable takes on workplace dynamics, societal expectations, and everyday life. Adding to the charm of the celebration, Neha and Alwin set the perfect mood with their soothing live music, captivating the audience with melodious tunes that resonated with the spirit of the occasion. The celebration was a resounding success, leaving everyone with smiles and a deep sense of appreciation for the incredible women around us. A big thank you to all who joined in making this event truly memorable at WTC Chennai! Read More

Celebrating Excellence in 5S Implementation

March 14, 2025 - 13 Feb 2025 In a significant milestone in the pursuit of operational excellence, we recently held the inaugural 5S Steering Committee Meeting, celebrating the successful implementation of the 1S phase across our internal properties. The event marked a momentous achievement in our journey toward fostering workplace efficiency, cleanliness, and a culture of continuous improvement. The Steering Committee Meeting was an engaging and inspiring session, attended by key stakeholders, leaders, and teams who have been at the forefront of implementing the 5S methodology across Brigade Group’s properties. The event included an exciting recognition ceremony, where the top performers of the 1S Phase were awarded for their exceptional efforts in driving the principles of 5S forward. The following teams were honoured with trophies for their exceptional performance: Winner: Brigade Tech Gardens Runner-up: Orion Mall, Brigade Gateway & Orion Uptown Second Runner-up: World Trade Center Chennai These properties set the bar high, demonstrating the importance of teamwork and continuous improvement in our mission for operational excellence. Read More

Envision 2025

February 7, 2025 - 30th Jan Hosted by IIT Madras Research Park, IESA and MNRE in association with WTC Chennai. The third edition of Envision 2025, organized by IIT Madras Research Park (IITMRP) and the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) in association with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), concluded successfully on February 1, 2025. As the Network Partner for this flagship event, WTC Chennai is proud to have supported an inspiring platform that brought together industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and academics to discuss and drive forward sustainable energy solutions for a net-zero future. Held from January 30 to February 1, 2025, Envision 2025 featured a comprehensive program with expert sessions, panel discussions, workshops, and technology showcases under the theme “Ground Zero for Net-Zero”. The event aimed to foster collaboration between local and global stakeholders, combining grassroots innovations with advanced technological solutions to combat the pressing climate crisis. Highlights: Inspiring Keynote by Sonam Wangchuk: A special highlight of the event was the exclusive dialogue with Sonam Wangchuk, renowned innovator and climate activist, who shared his invaluable insights on sustainable development and energy innovation. His message on the importance of community-driven solutions resonated deeply with all attendees. Panel Discussions & Expert Sessions: Experts from diverse fields, including Sudeep Jain (Additional Secretary, MNRE), Sudha Ramen (State Planning Commission, Tamil Nadu), and Halima Hollan (British Deputy High Commission, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry), offered their perspectives on the current state of renewable energy, energy storage, and sustainable policy frameworks. Innovative Solutions Showcase: Leading companies and organizations like First Solar, Ohmium, Indian Oil Corporation Limited, and JSW presented groundbreaking innovations in renewable energy technologies. The event underscored the importance of partnerships between academia, industry, and government to scale sustainable solutions. Cultural Impact – Short Film Screening: The screening of a short film centered around the effects of climate change on Pulicat Lake, featuring a community-led cast alongside actors such as Adithi Balan and Charles Vinoth, was a moving and thought-provoking addition to the event. It demonstrated the direct impacts of climate change on communities and underscored the urgency of collective action. As the Network Partner, WTC Chennai played an instrumental role in fostering cross-industry connections, providing a platform for dialogue, and supporting the event's mission to drive forward the sustainability agenda. The event provided WTC Chennai with a unique opportunity to showcase its commitment to promoting sustainable business practices and driving collaboration in the field of clean energy and technology. Read More