Bengaluru, 18th February 2025: Celebrating its 100th anniversary, Uralungal Labour Contract Cooperative Society (ULCCS)—Asia’s largest labour cooperative and the world’s second-largest labour contracting cooperative—has launched U-Sphere, a dedicated venture into futuristic, high-tech, and eco-friendly building construction solutions focused on advanced, pre-engineered, and precision-built structures that is faster than conventional construction. This strategic expansion positions ULCCS at the forefront of next-generation infrastructure development, leveraging cutting-edge modular and sustainable building techniques.
U-Sphere plans to add 1,000 employees over the next five years as it expands into Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, targeting ₹2,000 crore from public infrastructure, commercial, and industrial projects. Committed to uplifting the society through job creation and economic contribution. ULCCS seeks to replicate its successful Kerala model through U-Sphere, in these new regions. Leveraging its expertise in smart infrastructure, U-Sphere will integrate AI-driven analytics, IoT-enabled monitoring, and digital project management to enhance efficiency, improve speed of construction and optimize resource utilization.
Sharing his vision, Mr. Rameshan Paleri – Chairman of ULCCS, stated: “For over a century, ULCCS has been at the forefront of Kerala’s infrastructure, delivering 8,000+ projects—from buildings, roads and bridges to IT parks. Our mission remains unchanged: driving economic impact by creating jobs and improving lives. With U-Sphere, we take this legacy forward into a new era of smart, sustainable, and high-tech construction. By prioritizing speed, innovation, and ESG compliance, we are set to redefine the future of the industry.”
Added Mr. Paleri: “Our focus is on adopting energy-efficient designs and sustainable building solutions that minimize environmental impact. We are committed to upskilling our workforce to seamlessly adapt to emerging technologies, supported by strong leadership at every step. Additionally, we will collaborate with strategic stakeholders—including leading technology institutes and industry experts—to continuously enhance our construction capabilities. Having U-Sphere as a total solutions provider, we aim to make infrastructure smarter, faster, sustainable, and highly resilient.”
Sustainability drives U-Sphere, focusing on eco-friendly materials, renewable energy, and water conservation. By adopting energy-efficient designs and investing in, recycled materials, and smart energy systems, the division aims to cut carbon emissions over 30% over the next decade while reducing operational costs.
As ULCCS marks 100 years of excellence, U-Sphere stands as a testament to its forward-thinking vision, blending innovation, sustainability, and expansion to redefine construction across India. Sustainability and green building practices will be embedded at every stage, reinforcing ULCCS’ commitment to responsible construction.
