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CapitaLand Investment (CLI), a real asset management company, has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to expand its data centre, logistics and industrial portfolio in Tamil Nadu through its listed and private funds. The announcement was made at the unveiling of CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01, the first data centre development in Tamil Nadu by CLI’s listed fund platform, CapitaLand India Trust (CLINT), a Singapore-listed business trust focused on India. The new data centre will deliver 53 MW of gross power capacity upon completion by the end of 2026.

The data centre was unveiled by Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Trade and Industry (Trade), Gan Kim Yong, and the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, C. Joseph Vijay. It follows the completion of CLINT’s first data centre development in Navi Mumbai in 2025, a 108 MW facility which has been fully leased to a leading global hyperscaler. The new Chennai data centre also reflects the growing collaboration between Singapore and Tamil Nadu, supported by agencies such as Enterprise Singapore and Guidance Tamil Nadu. The event was also attended by Simon Wong, Singapore High Commissioner to India, Gauri Shankar Nagabhushanam, CEO, CLINT, Dev Gupta, CLI’s Managing Director, Private Funds (Data Centre); and senior government dignitaries.

The data centre builds on CLI’s 22-year presence in Tamil Nadu, where it has invested more than INR 6,000 crore across seven operational assets. Since establishing International Tech Park Chennai, Taramani, the city’s first private IT business park, in 2004, CLI has expanded its presence in the state across business parks, industrial and logistics facilities, lodging and, more recently, digital infrastructure. Over the years, this growing footprint has created infrastructure and ecosystem that has enabled global MNCs and businesses across sectors to establish and expand their operations in the state, supporting employment and wider economic activity.

Quaiser Parvez, CEO, India, CLI, said, “By combining our deep local investment, development and operational capabilities with the strength of our listed and private fund platforms, CLI is well-positioned to support Tamil Nadu’s growth as a technology, manufacturing and digital economy hub. Our contribution extends beyond capital investment to creating the high-quality infrastructure and ecosystems that support the state’s continued development. Tamil Nadu has been integral to our journey, and we look forward to continuing to grow alongside the state and contribute to its next phase of economic development.”

Gauri Shankar Nagabhushanam, CEO, CLINT, said, “The unveiling of CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01 marks another important milestone in CLINT’s diversification into digital infrastructure. With a total planned investment of approximately INR 1,940 crore, the development reflects our conviction in the long-term growth of India’s data centre sector and is designed to meet the evolving requirements of hyperscale and enterprise customers. As we build out our data centre portfolio across India, we remain focused on developing high-quality, future-ready assets that strengthen and diversify our portfolio and deliver sustainable long-term value for our Unitholders.”

CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01 is jointly held by CLINT and CapitaLand India Data Centre Fund. Located in Ambattur, an established data centre corridor in Chennai, the data centre will have 34 MW of IT power capacity across 13 data halls, supported by a dedicated 110 kV substation.

The development is designed to support high-density and liquid-cooled deployments and carrier-neutral connectivity. Targeting LEED Gold certification, the data centre’s sustainability features will include high-efficiency chillers, water economisation, intelligent energy and infrastructure management and solar panels.

In addition to the data centre, CLI’s diversified portfolio in Tamil Nadu comprises International Tech Park Chennai, Taramani; Industrial Facilities 1, 2 and 3 at Mahindra World City, logistics facilities Ascendas FirstSpace Oragadam 1 & 2 and Ascendas FirstSpace Periyapalam; as well as lodging properties Citadines OMR Chennai and Somerset Greenways Chennai.

CapitaLand Investment (CLI), a real asset management company, has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to expand its data centre, logistics and industrial portfolio in Tamil Nadu through its listed and private funds. The announcement was made at the unveiling of CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01, the first data centre development in Tamil Nadu by CLI’s listed fund platform, CapitaLand India Trust (CLINT), a Singapore-listed business trust focused on India. The new data centre will deliver 53 MW of gross power capacity upon completion by the end of 2026.

The data centre was unveiled by Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Trade and Industry (Trade), Gan Kim Yong, and the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, C. Joseph Vijay. It follows the completion of CLINT’s first data centre development in Navi Mumbai in 2025, a 108 MW facility which has been fully leased to a leading global hyperscaler. The new Chennai data centre also reflects the growing collaboration between Singapore and Tamil Nadu, supported by agencies such as Enterprise Singapore and Guidance Tamil Nadu. The event was also attended by Simon Wong, Singapore High Commissioner to India, Gauri Shankar Nagabhushanam, CEO, CLINT, Dev Gupta, CLI’s Managing Director, Private Funds (Data Centre); and senior government dignitaries.

The data centre builds on CLI’s 22-year presence in Tamil Nadu, where it has invested more than INR 6,000 crore across seven operational assets. Since establishing International Tech Park Chennai, Taramani, the city’s first private IT business park, in 2004, CLI has expanded its presence in the state across business parks, industrial and logistics facilities, lodging and, more recently, digital infrastructure. Over the years, this growing footprint has created infrastructure and ecosystem that has enabled global MNCs and businesses across sectors to establish and expand their operations in the state, supporting employment and wider economic activity.

Quaiser Parvez, CEO, India, CLI, said, “By combining our deep local investment, development and operational capabilities with the strength of our listed and private fund platforms, CLI is well-positioned to support Tamil Nadu’s growth as a technology, manufacturing and digital economy hub. Our contribution extends beyond capital investment to creating the high-quality infrastructure and ecosystems that support the state’s continued development. Tamil Nadu has been integral to our journey, and we look forward to continuing to grow alongside the state and contribute to its next phase of economic development.”

Gauri Shankar Nagabhushanam, CEO, CLINT, said, “The unveiling of CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01 marks another important milestone in CLINT’s diversification into digital infrastructure. With a total planned investment of approximately INR 1,940 crore, the development reflects our conviction in the long-term growth of India’s data centre sector and is designed to meet the evolving requirements of hyperscale and enterprise customers. As we build out our data centre portfolio across India, we remain focused on developing high-quality, future-ready assets that strengthen and diversify our portfolio and deliver sustainable long-term value for our Unitholders.”

CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01 is jointly held by CLINT and CapitaLand India Data Centre Fund. Located in Ambattur, an established data centre corridor in Chennai, the data centre will have 34 MW of IT power capacity across 13 data halls, supported by a dedicated 110 kV substation.

The development is designed to support high-density and liquid-cooled deployments and carrier-neutral connectivity. Targeting LEED Gold certification, the data centre’s sustainability features will include high-efficiency chillers, water economisation, intelligent energy and infrastructure management and solar panels.

In addition to the data centre, CLI’s diversified portfolio in Tamil Nadu comprises International Tech Park Chennai, Taramani; Industrial Facilities 1, 2 and 3 at Mahindra World City, logistics facilities Ascendas FirstSpace Oragadam 1 & 2 and Ascendas FirstSpace Periyapalam; as well as lodging properties Citadines OMR Chennai and Somerset Greenways Chennai.

CapitaLand Investment (CLI), a real asset management company, has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to expand its data centre, logistics and industrial portfolio in Tamil Nadu through its listed and private funds. The announcement was made at the unveiling of CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01, the first data centre development in Tamil Nadu by CLI’s listed fund platform, CapitaLand India Trust (CLINT), a Singapore-listed business trust focused on India. The new data centre will deliver 53 MW of gross power capacity upon completion by the end of 2026.

The data centre was unveiled by Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Trade and Industry (Trade), Gan Kim Yong, and the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, C. Joseph Vijay. It follows the completion of CLINT’s first data centre development in Navi Mumbai in 2025, a 108 MW facility which has been fully leased to a leading global hyperscaler. The new Chennai data centre also reflects the growing collaboration between Singapore and Tamil Nadu, supported by agencies such as Enterprise Singapore and Guidance Tamil Nadu. The event was also attended by Simon Wong, Singapore High Commissioner to India, Gauri Shankar Nagabhushanam, CEO, CLINT, Dev Gupta, CLI’s Managing Director, Private Funds (Data Centre); and senior government dignitaries.

The data centre builds on CLI’s 22-year presence in Tamil Nadu, where it has invested more than INR 6,000 crore across seven operational assets. Since establishing International Tech Park Chennai, Taramani, the city’s first private IT business park, in 2004, CLI has expanded its presence in the state across business parks, industrial and logistics facilities, lodging and, more recently, digital infrastructure. Over the years, this growing footprint has created infrastructure and ecosystem that has enabled global MNCs and businesses across sectors to establish and expand their operations in the state, supporting employment and wider economic activity.

Quaiser Parvez, CEO, India, CLI, said, “By combining our deep local investment, development and operational capabilities with the strength of our listed and private fund platforms, CLI is well-positioned to support Tamil Nadu’s growth as a technology, manufacturing and digital economy hub. Our contribution extends beyond capital investment to creating the high-quality infrastructure and ecosystems that support the state’s continued development. Tamil Nadu has been integral to our journey, and we look forward to continuing to grow alongside the state and contribute to its next phase of economic development.”

Gauri Shankar Nagabhushanam, CEO, CLINT, said, “The unveiling of CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01 marks another important milestone in CLINT’s diversification into digital infrastructure. With a total planned investment of approximately INR 1,940 crore, the development reflects our conviction in the long-term growth of India’s data centre sector and is designed to meet the evolving requirements of hyperscale and enterprise customers. As we build out our data centre portfolio across India, we remain focused on developing high-quality, future-ready assets that strengthen and diversify our portfolio and deliver sustainable long-term value for our Unitholders.”

CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01 is jointly held by CLINT and CapitaLand India Data Centre Fund. Located in Ambattur, an established data centre corridor in Chennai, the data centre will have 34 MW of IT power capacity across 13 data halls, supported by a dedicated 110 kV substation.

The development is designed to support high-density and liquid-cooled deployments and carrier-neutral connectivity. Targeting LEED Gold certification, the data centre’s sustainability features will include high-efficiency chillers, water economisation, intelligent energy and infrastructure management and solar panels.

In addition to the data centre, CLI’s diversified portfolio in Tamil Nadu comprises International Tech Park Chennai, Taramani; Industrial Facilities 1, 2 and 3 at Mahindra World City, logistics facilities Ascendas FirstSpace Oragadam 1 & 2 and Ascendas FirstSpace Periyapalam; as well as lodging properties Citadines OMR Chennai and Somerset Greenways Chennai.

REPLUS Engitech, a subsidiary of HEG Advanced Materials, will showcase its industry-leading energy storage systems (ESS), electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid solutions at The Battery Show India 2026, scheduled for October 22-24 at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida.

The display will bring together the company’s work in indigenous battery technology and advanced manufacturing. The event will mark an important milestone for REPLUS as it prepares to expand domestic manufacturing capacity and take its technology to larger markets.

REPLUS’s planned manufacturing expansion in India is aimed at meeting demand in the years ahead and strengthening local production of energy storage solutions. It will also support the company’s role as a technology and supply chain partner to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), with an emphasis on developing safe, reliable and scalable battery solutions suited to Indian operating conditions.

Speaking about the company’s growth plans, Hiren Pravin Shah, Managing Director and CEO, REPLUS Engitech, said, “India’s energy transition will require domestic technology and manufacturing capabilities that can support demand over the long term. At REPLUS, we are preparing to scale the engineering and manufacturing capabilities we have built, with India as our base for serving domestic and global markets. At The Battery Show, we will showcase our ESS, EV and hybrid solutions and will also discuss our technology and manufacturing plans with customers and industry partners. Our next phase of growth reflects this commitment to indigenous innovation and the larger vision of Viksit Bharat.”

Echoing his emphasis on manufacturing capabilities, Suhas Sutar, Chief Business Officer, REPLUS Engitech, added, ““As India’s Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) sector continues to grow, commercial and industrial (C&I) consumers are emerging as an important segment driving demand for reliable and efficient energy storage solutions. Businesses across manufacturing, infrastructure and other energy-intensive sectors are increasingly looking at BESS to optimise energy costs, manage peak demand and improve power reliability. The integration of AI, advanced monitoring and predictive analytics can further enhance system performance, enabling businesses to make informed decisions on energy consumption and improve operational efficiency. As renewable energy adoption accelerates, BESS will play a critical role in helping C&I consumers manage their energy requirements more effectively and build a more resilient energy infrastructure.”

Adding a product development perspective, Kaushik Tanti, Co-Founder and COO, REPLUS Engitech, said, “Electric vehicles, hybrid systems and stationary storage place different demands on battery technology, which makes application requirements an important starting point for development. Our focus is on battery design, thermal management and integration with the vehicle or energy system, so that the solutions we develop are suited to their operating conditions and can operate safely and reliably over time.”

Organised by Informa Markets India, The Battery Show India serves as a strategic platform for manufacturers, technology providers, engineers and business leaders from the battery, electric vehicle and energy storage sectors. The forthcoming exhibition will cover developments in battery technology, manufacturing, testing and recycling, providing opportunities for industry participants to exchange knowledge and explore business partnerships.

REPLUS Engitech, a subsidiary of HEG Advanced Materials, will showcase its industry-leading energy storage systems (ESS), electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid solutions at The Battery Show India 2026, scheduled for October 22-24 at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida.

The display will bring together the company’s work in indigenous battery technology and advanced manufacturing. The event will mark an important milestone for REPLUS as it prepares to expand domestic manufacturing capacity and take its technology to larger markets.

REPLUS’s planned manufacturing expansion in India is aimed at meeting demand in the years ahead and strengthening local production of energy storage solutions. It will also support the company’s role as a technology and supply chain partner to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), with an emphasis on developing safe, reliable and scalable battery solutions suited to Indian operating conditions.

Speaking about the company’s growth plans, Hiren Pravin Shah, Managing Director and CEO, REPLUS Engitech, said, “India’s energy transition will require domestic technology and manufacturing capabilities that can support demand over the long term. At REPLUS, we are preparing to scale the engineering and manufacturing capabilities we have built, with India as our base for serving domestic and global markets. At The Battery Show, we will showcase our ESS, EV and hybrid solutions and will also discuss our technology and manufacturing plans with customers and industry partners. Our next phase of growth reflects this commitment to indigenous innovation and the larger vision of Viksit Bharat.”

Echoing his emphasis on manufacturing capabilities, Suhas Sutar, Chief Business Officer, REPLUS Engitech, added, ““As India’s Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) sector continues to grow, commercial and industrial (C&I) consumers are emerging as an important segment driving demand for reliable and efficient energy storage solutions. Businesses across manufacturing, infrastructure and other energy-intensive sectors are increasingly looking at BESS to optimise energy costs, manage peak demand and improve power reliability. The integration of AI, advanced monitoring and predictive analytics can further enhance system performance, enabling businesses to make informed decisions on energy consumption and improve operational efficiency. As renewable energy adoption accelerates, BESS will play a critical role in helping C&I consumers manage their energy requirements more effectively and build a more resilient energy infrastructure.”

Adding a product development perspective, Kaushik Tanti, Co-Founder and COO, REPLUS Engitech, said, “Electric vehicles, hybrid systems and stationary storage place different demands on battery technology, which makes application requirements an important starting point for development. Our focus is on battery design, thermal management and integration with the vehicle or energy system, so that the solutions we develop are suited to their operating conditions and can operate safely and reliably over time.”

Organised by Informa Markets India, The Battery Show India serves as a strategic platform for manufacturers, technology providers, engineers and business leaders from the battery, electric vehicle and energy storage sectors. The forthcoming exhibition will cover developments in battery technology, manufacturing, testing and recycling, providing opportunities for industry participants to exchange knowledge and explore business partnerships.

REPLUS Engitech, a subsidiary of HEG Advanced Materials, will showcase its industry-leading energy storage systems (ESS), electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid solutions at The Battery Show India 2026, scheduled for October 22-24 at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida.

The display will bring together the company’s work in indigenous battery technology and advanced manufacturing. The event will mark an important milestone for REPLUS as it prepares to expand domestic manufacturing capacity and take its technology to larger markets.

REPLUS’s planned manufacturing expansion in India is aimed at meeting demand in the years ahead and strengthening local production of energy storage solutions. It will also support the company’s role as a technology and supply chain partner to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), with an emphasis on developing safe, reliable and scalable battery solutions suited to Indian operating conditions.

Speaking about the company’s growth plans, Hiren Pravin Shah, Managing Director and CEO, REPLUS Engitech, said, “India’s energy transition will require domestic technology and manufacturing capabilities that can support demand over the long term. At REPLUS, we are preparing to scale the engineering and manufacturing capabilities we have built, with India as our base for serving domestic and global markets. At The Battery Show, we will showcase our ESS, EV and hybrid solutions and will also discuss our technology and manufacturing plans with customers and industry partners. Our next phase of growth reflects this commitment to indigenous innovation and the larger vision of Viksit Bharat.”

Echoing his emphasis on manufacturing capabilities, Suhas Sutar, Chief Business Officer, REPLUS Engitech, added, ““As India’s Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) sector continues to grow, commercial and industrial (C&I) consumers are emerging as an important segment driving demand for reliable and efficient energy storage solutions. Businesses across manufacturing, infrastructure and other energy-intensive sectors are increasingly looking at BESS to optimise energy costs, manage peak demand and improve power reliability. The integration of AI, advanced monitoring and predictive analytics can further enhance system performance, enabling businesses to make informed decisions on energy consumption and improve operational efficiency. As renewable energy adoption accelerates, BESS will play a critical role in helping C&I consumers manage their energy requirements more effectively and build a more resilient energy infrastructure.”

Adding a product development perspective, Kaushik Tanti, Co-Founder and COO, REPLUS Engitech, said, “Electric vehicles, hybrid systems and stationary storage place different demands on battery technology, which makes application requirements an important starting point for development. Our focus is on battery design, thermal management and integration with the vehicle or energy system, so that the solutions we develop are suited to their operating conditions and can operate safely and reliably over time.”

Organised by Informa Markets India, The Battery Show India serves as a strategic platform for manufacturers, technology providers, engineers and business leaders from the battery, electric vehicle and energy storage sectors. The forthcoming exhibition will cover developments in battery technology, manufacturing, testing and recycling, providing opportunities for industry participants to exchange knowledge and explore business partnerships.

Avaada Group, one of India’s leading integrated clean-energy companies, has partnered with four of the country’s leading family entertainment shows. The four shows are now live, bringing Avaada’s clean-energy messaging to audiences across multiple television and digital platforms. Its partnerships include Family Full House with Rohit Sharma on Sony Entertainment Television and India Ke Top 1% hosted by Anil Kapoor on Star Plus and JioHotstar.

The other two associations are with Kon Honaar Crorepati, hosted by Madhuri Dixit on Sony Marathi and Sony LIV and Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8, hosted by Mohanlal on Asianet and JioHotstar. Avaada is a Co-Powered by sponsor of Family Full House, Kon Honaar Crorepati and Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 and the Clean Energy Partner of India Ke Top 1%.

Together, the four shows span cricket and cinema, reaching Hindi-speaking homes across the country, audiences in Maharashtra and families in Kerala. Each association brings Avaada’s clean-energy message to viewers in their own language.

The four shows are led by some of India’s most admired personalities. Rohit Sharma represents calm leadership, teamwork and dependable performance under pressure. Anil Kapoor embodies enduring energy and continuous reinvention across generations. Madhuri Dixit brings grace, warmth and a lasting connection with audiences in Maharashtra and across India. Mohanlal, over more than four decades in cinema, stands for versatility and a deep bond of trust with his audiences.

These qualities are also central to Avaada’s mission: harnessing the sun and other clean-energy resources to build a more prosperous, energy-secure and sustainable India.

Through these associations, Avaada aims to take the clean-energy conversation beyond boardrooms and policy forums and into Indian living rooms. As families come together to watch, play along and celebrate, Avaada will show how clean energy can power their homes, aspirations, businesses and communities.

Speaking on the associations, Vineet Mittal, Chairman, Avaada Group said: “Clean energy has long been discussed in boardrooms and policy forums. Its future will be decided in Indian homes. Television is still where families across languages and regions come together, and these four shows allow us to speak to them in their own language, through personalities they have trusted for years. Our aim is to make clean energy something every Indian family understands, trusts and chooses.”

Avaada Group, one of India’s leading integrated clean-energy companies, has partnered with four of the country’s leading family entertainment shows. The four shows are now live, bringing Avaada’s clean-energy messaging to audiences across multiple television and digital platforms. Its partnerships include Family Full House with Rohit Sharma on Sony Entertainment Television and India Ke Top 1% hosted by Anil Kapoor on Star Plus and JioHotstar.

The other two associations are with Kon Honaar Crorepati, hosted by Madhuri Dixit on Sony Marathi and Sony LIV and Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8, hosted by Mohanlal on Asianet and JioHotstar. Avaada is a Co-Powered by sponsor of Family Full House, Kon Honaar Crorepati and Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 and the Clean Energy Partner of India Ke Top 1%.

Together, the four shows span cricket and cinema, reaching Hindi-speaking homes across the country, audiences in Maharashtra and families in Kerala. Each association brings Avaada’s clean-energy message to viewers in their own language.

The four shows are led by some of India’s most admired personalities. Rohit Sharma represents calm leadership, teamwork and dependable performance under pressure. Anil Kapoor embodies enduring energy and continuous reinvention across generations. Madhuri Dixit brings grace, warmth and a lasting connection with audiences in Maharashtra and across India. Mohanlal, over more than four decades in cinema, stands for versatility and a deep bond of trust with his audiences.

These qualities are also central to Avaada’s mission: harnessing the sun and other clean-energy resources to build a more prosperous, energy-secure and sustainable India.

Through these associations, Avaada aims to take the clean-energy conversation beyond boardrooms and policy forums and into Indian living rooms. As families come together to watch, play along and celebrate, Avaada will show how clean energy can power their homes, aspirations, businesses and communities.

Speaking on the associations, Vineet Mittal, Chairman, Avaada Group said: “Clean energy has long been discussed in boardrooms and policy forums. Its future will be decided in Indian homes. Television is still where families across languages and regions come together, and these four shows allow us to speak to them in their own language, through personalities they have trusted for years. Our aim is to make clean energy something every Indian family understands, trusts and chooses.”