The Electricals & Electronics business of Godrej & Boyce, part of the Godrej Enterprises Group aims to bolster India's infrastructure development through the execution of large-scale MEP projects. As a prominent player in the industry, Godrej & Boyce is a preferred partner for the rapidly evolving data centre industry, targeting close to Rs 4 billion in revenue by FY25 from its MEP business.

 

The business completed its largest data centre project to date, for one of India's leading conglomerates. Valued at Rs 780 billion, this landmark project will deliver 12MW of capacity. The business has also secured several high-value projects in the cities of Mumbai & Delhi for various data centre clients. The company’s HVAC projects comprised 47% of its FY24 order book, highlighting the company's expertise in high-demand cooling solutions, and critical data centre infrastructure.

 

Pravin Rawool, AVP & Business Head – Electricals & Electronics said, “India's data centre industry is poised for remarkable growth, and we are excited to be at the forefront of this expansion, bringing our decades of expertise to execute cutting-edge projects that not only meet the growing demand but do so sustainably. Our latest project is an example of our commitment to delivering state-of-the-art MEP solutions that prioritise energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. As we continue to innovate in this rapidly evolving sector, we remain dedicated to supporting India's digital infrastructure growth while adhering to the highest standards of sustainability and technological excellence.”

 

Godrej MEP has demonstrated expertise in greenfield and colocation data centres with over 40 MW executed till date, designed to house 4000 racks, designed as per IGBC Gold standards. Data centres in India are expected to attract an investment of $5.7 billion by 2026, driven by several factors, including digital transformation, adoption of AI, government initiatives, expansion of the IT industry, adoption of 5G, and rise of e-commerce and fintech.

 

With its strategic focus, innovative approaches, and commitment to sustainability, Godrej MEP is well-positioned to capitalise on the projected doubling of data centre capacity in India to around 2,000 MW by 2026.