BENGALURU (India CSR): In a significant step towards building a skilled, industry-ready workforce for India’s vertical transportation sector, KONE, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, has entered into a strategic partnership with The Ma Foi Foundation to jointly implement a structured skill development programme. Launched as part of KONE’s CSR commitment, the flagship initiative will train and upskill 150 youth in lift installation and industry-aligned vertical transportation skills, preparing them for careers in the elevator and mobility sector.
With BSVT onboarded as the expert training partner, the programme will be conducted at its state-of-the-art training facility in Bengaluru through a structured residential model. Designed to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in India’s elevator and mobility sector, the programme will deliver one month of intensive, industry-aligned training for each batch, covering lift installation, safety compliance, and vertical transportation technologies. Beyond technical instruction, the initiative places strong emphasis on employability, offering participants exposure to workplace readiness, professional conduct, and placement opportunities with reputed organisations.
Through expert-led training and real-world exposure, the programme aims to build a pool of industry-ready talent, strengthen the sector’s workforce ecosystem, and create sustainable, long-term career pathways for youth across India.
Mp Saravanan-Senior Director – People, Communications & CSR, KONE Elevators India Pvt Ltd. said, “At KONE, we believe that building a skilled workforce is essential not just for industry growth, but for empowering the next generation of talent. Initiatives like this enable young aspiring talents to gain practical, industry aligned skills that open meaningful career opportunities and strengthen employability. Through our CSR commitment, we aim to create lasting impact by bridging the gap between technical education and real world industry needs, adding to a pool of skilled, safety conscious professionals who can contribute to India’s growing elevator and mobility sector.”
Adding to this, Rowena Scurville, Head of CSR, The Ma Foi Foundation, said, “Skill development is the cornerstone of sustainable employment and economic growth. Through this partnership with KONE, we are able to translate our experience in employability led skilling into a programme that not only equips youth with technical expertise in vertical transportation, but also prepares them to thrive in the workplace. Initiatives like these are critical to creating a future ready workforce, expanding career opportunities, and strengthening India’s skill ecosystem for high growth sectors.”
The formal inauguration brought together representatives from KONE, The Ma Foi Foundation, and BSVT, along with students, marking the launch of a collaborative initiative aimed at strengthening India’s skill ecosystem, enhancing youth employability, and building a future ready workforce equipped to meet the evolving needs of the vertical transportation and mobility sector.
(India CSR)
