Infosys is establishing a global capability center (GCC) in India for Lufthansa as part of a renewed IT contract valued at nearly $300 million, according to reports. This initiative underscores the growing adoption of build-operate-transfer (BOT) models in major contract renewals.
Lufthansa Technik Services India (LTSI), a wholly owned subsidiary of Lufthansa Technik established in 2005, operates out of Bengaluru with over 300 employees. The company provides component services globally for all major commercial aircraft categories, including access to Lufthansa Technik’s spare parts inventory, repair and overhaul facilities, extensive engineering support, and customized logistics arrangements to ensure uninterrupted aviation operations.
The establishment of this GCC follows similar moves by Delta Airlines, which launched a tech centre in Bengaluru four years ago, and American Airlines, which is setting up a technology center in Hyderabad. These developments highlight India’s expanding role as a hub for aviation-focused technology centers.
Infosys has a history of establishing GCCs for various clients. Two years ago, the company, in collaboration with Rolls-Royce, inaugurated a joint aerospace engineering and digital innovation center in Bengaluru.
This centre was designed to offer high-end research and development services integrated with advanced digital capabilities to Rolls-Royce’s engineering and group business services from India.
Infosys has had a good year when it comes to expansion and technological prowess. The firm posted strong financial results for Q3 FY25, highlighting growth in revenue, operating margin, and free cash flow. The company reported a revenue of $4.94 billion, reflecting a sequential growth of 6.1% year-on-year (YoY) and 1.7% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) in constant currency terms.
