The groundbreaking ceremony was performed by P. K. Kunhalikutty, Minister for Industries, Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence, in the presence of senior government officials, industry leaders, and representatives of HiLITE Group and its global partners.
Addressing the gathering, P. K. Kunhalikutty described the project as another major milestone in Kerala’s journey toward becoming a leading destination for technology and innovation. He said that India’s first branded Information Technology workspace, developed in collaboration with YOO at Technopark, reflects the confidence of global brands in Kerala. He added that the project would create more than 5,000 quality jobs and further strengthen the state’s Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence ecosystem. He congratulated HiLITE Group on the landmark initiative and extended his best wishes for its success.
P. Sulaiman, Chairman of HiLITE Group, said YOO Hub Trivandrum reflects the company’s commitment to developing world-class infrastructure that empowers businesses, attracts global investment, and generates meaningful employment. He stated that the collaboration with YOO and IWG introduces India’s first branded Information Technology Park, reinforcing Kerala’s position as a preferred destination for technology, innovation, and enterprise. He described the development as an investment in the future of the state.
Sandip Kumar, Chief Executive Officer of Technopark, said the groundbreaking ceremony marks a significant advancement for Kerala’s Information Technology ecosystem. He noted that the addition of 5.37 lakh square feet of premium Grade-A Information Technology space comes at a time when market demand has reached unprecedented levels.
Ajil Muhammed, Chief Executive Officer of HiLITE Group, said Information Technology remains the most promising and important sector in Kerala. While the state possesses exceptional talent and a highly skilled workforce, he said there has been a shortage of premium infrastructure and multinational corporations establishing operations. He emphasized that Grade-A office spaces meeting international standards are essential and that HiLITE’s core mission is to bridge this gap by providing the infrastructure global businesses require.
John Hitchcox, Chairman of YOO, said the company is delighted to partner with HiLITE on YOO Hub Trivandrum, bringing YOO’s internationally recognised design philosophy to Kerala’s Information Technology ecosystem while IWG operates the business club at its centre. He said India’s technology corridors deserve workplaces designed to the highest global standards and expressed pride in seeing construction begin on a development that prioritises people, design, and the evolving nature of work.
Badal Saboo, YOO Associate, said it has been a privilege to bring together YOO, HiLITE, and IWG for YOO Hub Trivandrum, describing the development as a project that establishes a new benchmark for branded workplaces in India.
Developed through an exclusive collaboration between YOO and IWG, YOO Hub Trivandrum represents a significant milestone in the evolution of premium workspaces. It is India’s first YOO-branded Information Technology Park and the first Information Technology project globally under the YOO brand, introducing the company’s internationally acclaimed luxury design philosophy into the technology infrastructure sector for the first time. The collaboration also incorporates IWG’s global expertise in flexible and hybrid workspaces, creating a future-ready business destination designed to meet the changing requirements of modern enterprises.
Spread across approximately 5.37 lakh square feet on 1.88 acres, the project will include a basement, ground floor, two dedicated parking floors, and 15 premium office floors. The commercial development is designed to attract multinational corporations, Global Capability Centres, established technology companies, research institutions, and emerging digital enterprises.
The project also establishes a new benchmark in sustainable development. YOO Hub Trivandrum has already secured LEED v4.1 Building Design and Construction Core and Shell Platinum pre-certification, the highest level of technical recognition and environmental evaluation awarded by the United States Green Building Council.
The ceremony was attended by P. K. Kunhalikutty, Minister for Industries, Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence; P. M. A. Sameer, Member of the Legislative Assembly, Thirurangadi; Seeram Sambasiva Rao, Special Secretary, Electronics and Information Technology Department; Sandip Kumar, Chief Executive Officer, Technopark; Santosh Babu, Managing Director, Kerala State Information Technology Infrastructure Limited; Santhosh Koshy, Managing Director, Kerala Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation; Colonel Sanjeev Nair (Retired), Former Chief Executive Officer, Technopark; P. Sulaiman, Chairman, HiLITE Group; Ajil Muhammed, Chief Executive Officer, HiLITE Group; and Shafeeq P, Chief Executive Officer, HiLITE Properties.
With an investment of Rs. 300 crore, global collaborations, premium Grade-A infrastructure, sustainable design standards, and the potential to generate around 5,000 direct jobs, YOO Hub Trivandrum is positioned to become a landmark commercial development that strengthens Kerala’s position as one of India’s leading technology and innovation destinations.
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