Hitachi Secures Order for 56 Elevators and Escalators
Hitachi, Ltd. has announced that Hitachi Building Systems Co., Ltd. and Hitachi Lift India Pvt. Ltd. a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., which operates sales, installation, and maintenance of elevators and escalators in India, successfully secured an order for 56 units of elevators and escalators from CRC Group for CRC The Flagship in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India. The project is one of the most prestigious commercial projects in Noida.
The order consists of 44 elevators including high-speed elevators with a rated speed of 180 or 150 m/min, 12 escalators, and a destination floor reservation system that efficiently allocates elevator cars. The elevators have an earthquake emergency operation system that detects an earthquake and quickly stops the elevator on the closest floor so passengers can get out without getting stuck in it. These features provide users with safety, security, and comfort.
Masaya Sakakibara, Managing Director, Hitachi Lift India said “We are honored to be involved in this prestigious project for the Noida district. Our aim is to contribute to the safe, secure and comfortable transportation for all users and development of the city by offering our high-quality products and services. We will continue to commit to the improvement of India’s society and the well-being of its people.”
Bharat Kaushal, Corporate Officer, Hitachi, Ltd. and Managing Director, Hitachi India said “Hitachi India Pvt. Ltd. (hereafter Hitachi India)’s burgeoning partnership with India for over nine decades is growing at an unprecedented pace. As India accelerates its voyage to become one of the leading economies in the world by not only empowering its citizens, but also by building a world class infrastructure to enhance quality of life for billions. Hitachi Lift India is an integral partner of India’s transformational journey and CRC Group has been instrumental in further strengthening the resilient infrastructural landscape of the nation. We are overwhelmed to collaborate with CRC Group that marks a significant milestone in our commitment to further enhancing the urban infrastructure in India.”
By undertaking this project, Hitachi Lift India aims to enhance its presence in the premium market and commit to the further business growth in India.
Outline of CRC The Flagship
CRC The Flagship is a 223,000 square-meter business hub mainly consisting of 4 towers and a retail building. It offers office spaces, retail shops, and premium services apartments with various facilities such as a co-working space, an auditorium, and even a putting golf course.
The project also has the greenery with more than 20% of its whole area, achieving climate-friendly infrastructure with pre-certified platinum rating by Indian Green Building Council.
Closely located to the Noida–Greater Noida Expressway, it takes approximately 35 minutes from Noida International Airport, being constructed at present and to be the one of the biggest international airports in India as an alternative to Indira Gandhi International Airport.