Schwing Stetter India Unveils Nation’s First All-Women Construction Equipment Service Center

Chennai, India – Schwing Stetter India, a leading manufacturer of construction and concreting equipment, recently announced the launch of an all-women service center in Chennai. The state-of-the-art, 12,000 sq ft service center was officially launched by Michaela Küchler, Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany to India. The initiative is an effort to challenge traditional gender roles and create a more welcoming and supportive environment for women to enter and succeed in the industry. 

Located in Poonamallee, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, the service center will be staffed by a team of 17 skilled women technicians, all aged between 20 and 25. Their expertise spans servicing and overhauling a diverse range of concrete pumps and mixers, encompassing everything from troubleshooting component malfunctions and carrying out preventive maintenance to providing comprehensive machine servicing.

At the inaugural ceremony, V G Sakthikumar, Chairman and Managing Director, Schwing Stetter India, commented, “The all-women service center is a testament to our belief in the immense potential and capabilities of women in the manufacturing and infrastructure sectors. We are proud not just to be breaking stereotypes but also to be harnessing untapped talent and creating a more equitable workforce. We envision having 50 percent women in our workforce across divisions. Inspiring the next generation of female engineers and technicians is pivotal to shaping India’s infrastructure landscape, and we will continue to lead the way.”

The all-women service center promotes safe work practices and is equipped with appropriate safety gear and tools within a secure premise. Additionally, it provides transportation and other support services, including on-site medical assistance. Schwing Stetter India aims to open similar facilities across India.

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