American Express' new facility in India gets LEED Gold certification

American Express, an American bank holding company and multinational financial services corporation that specializes in payment cards, is going to open a new, ultra-modern campus in Gurugram. According to the company, the new facility - located in sector 74A Gurugram - spans almost one million square feet and is the largest office the company has built from the ground up globally. Employees will shift to the new campus in phases starting at the end of this month.

The campus has LEED Gold certification and the company is minimizing the campus's environmental footprint.

“American Express in India continues to develop in-country capabilities by leveraging our global expertise and local talent, fostering new opportunities and innovation for customers worldwide. The new office building provides a modern, energy efficient workspace that will enable our teams to continue driving innovation and delivering exceptional value to our customers world-wide,” said Sanjay Khanna, CEO and Country Manager, American Express, India.

"Our new India campus is the largest office we've built from the ground up globally, and the facility is a fitting reflection of the American Express brand and the kind of workplace where our colleagues can thrive. It incorporates the latest design, sustainability, and technology advancements. This campus will be a terrific addition to our portfolio of world-class facilities and we're proud that it has achieved LEED Gold certification due to thoughtful design and building standards,” added Gagandeep Singh, Senior Vice President, Global Real Estate & Workplace Experience, American Express.

Designed with employee well-being at its core, the new facility features quiet rooms, recreational areas, and on-site healthcare facilities. The campus also offers a variety of amenities, including a cafeteria with live cooking stations, a fitness centre, sports courts, and leisure areas. Additionally, user-friendly apps provide seamless access to all the campus has to offer.