BASF to Open Global Service Hub in Hyderabad

07 May 2026 CW Team

BASF’s Global Business Services will open a new Global Service Hub in Hyderabad in the second quarter of 2026. The hub will operate under BASF Global Business Services Private Limited and support the company’s global service delivery network, with a focus on integrated Finance and HR services.

Hyderabad was selected after a structured evaluation process, including on-site assessments across multiple locations. BASF said the city offers the right ecosystem and talent base to support scalable, high-quality services for its global businesses. The hub will progressively build operations over the coming years, with phased recruitment focused on skilled talent and diverse teams.

The Hyderabad centre will strengthen BASF’s existing global business service network, which includes hubs in Berlin, Kuala Lumpur and Montevideo. BASF Global Business Services supports key functions such as Finance, Human Resources, Supply Chain, EHSQ, Regulatory, Intellectual Property, Real Estate Management and Inhouse Consulting.

Earlier this year, BASF also announced a Global Digital Hub in Hyderabad. The company said both hubs mark a significant step in BASF’s long-standing presence in India and will support collaboration across digital and business services.

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