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1 Business Delegation from the City of Stuttgart Visits India from 16th to 21st January 2012 A business delegation from the city of Stuttgart, accompanied by the Mayor of Stuttgart, Dr. Wolfgang Schuster, will be visiting India from 16th to 21st January The delegation will start their India tour from Delhi on the 16th and thereafter proceed to Ahmedabad and Pune. The visit will conclude in Mumbai on the 21 st of January IGCC will organize partnership meetings in Mumbai on 20 th January, The profiles of the participating Stuttgart companies who are interested in partnership meetings with Indian companies will be put up on the IGCC website: german.com. To participate in the Partnership Meetings, please contact: dipti.kanitkar@indo german.com/ Shwetha.nayak@indo german.com GTAI Auto Delegation, Delhi: 23 rd January 2012, Chennai: 25 th January 2012 Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI) will bring an automotive delegation to Delhi and Chennai in January The Indo German Chamber of Commerce will organize B2B meetings for the German delegates in Delhi on and in Chennai on In addition there will also be a GTAI Conference on Automation in Delhi on and in Chennai on For further information and registration for the Delhi events, please contact Ms. Sumati Sud at sumati@indo german.com and for the Chennai events please contact Ms. Irene Richards at Irene@indo german.com Open Training Programmes at IGTC Mumbai in January 2012 Developing Decision Making and Problem Solving Skills Use of Spreadsheet Modelling in Manufacturing Winning through Service Excellence Wed 18 th January, 2012 Thurs 19 th Fri 20 th January, 2012 Thurs 19 th Fri 20 th January, 2012 ` 5,000/ % tax = ` 5,515/ ` 10,000/ % tax = ` 11,030/ ` 10,000/ % tax = ` 11,030/ 10% Group Discount for 3 or more participants from the same organization for the same program. Payments should be made by Cash / Cheque favouring Indo German Training Centre, Mumbai. s All training programs will be conducted at the Indo German Training Centre, 2 B, Vulcan Insurance Building, 2nd Floor, Veer Nariman Road, Churchgate, Mumbai The training programs will be conducted from 10:00 am 5:00 pm on all days. For more details, please call Ms. Sajita Pradeep at / or training@igtcindia.com at the earliest or visit our website Admissions Open for the Post Graduate Program in Business Administration (PGPBA) Batch All IGTCs announce admissions open for their flagship Post Graduate Programme in Business Administration based on the German Dual System. The application forms can be downloaded

2 from the website or can be purchased from any of the Indo German Training Centres or the Indo German Chamber of Commerce offices. The cost of the application form and prospectus is Rs.1000/. Payments are accepted in cash/demand draft drawn in favor of the Indo German Training Centre. For additional information, please contact: IGTC Mumbai / mumbai@igtcindia.com IGTC Chennai / chennai@igtcindia.com IGTC Bangalore / bangalore@igtcindia.com IGTC Kolkata / kolkata@igtcindia.com Website: Participation in Germany and India : Infinite Opportunities "Germany and India : Infinite Opportunities" marks the completion of 60 years of Indo German diplomatic relations aiming at deepening and expanding the bilateral ties between these two countries. StadtRäume CitySpaces will serve as the central theme under which Germany, the "Land of Ideas", will present itself as an innovative and creative partner for India, who can help solve the challenges of the future. The Mobile Space Metro Tour, the centerpiece of the programme activities, is a concept of pavilions traveling from city to city, spread over 12 months time, covering 6 mega cities: Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata. The participating companies would get an opportunity to showcase themselves to minimum 1,00,000 visitors per city. This project will involve all areas, e.g. politics, culture, business, academia, education and research. Already several companies, regional entities (states, cities, municipalities) and public institutions have taken the opportunity to participate in this project by holding their own events on this platform. These events will be included in the Germany and India : Infinite Opportunities programme calendar. For more information, you are welcome to contact our team in charge: Rajeena Pflug: rajeena.pflug@indo german.com, , Tejal Raut: tejal.raut@indo german.com, IGCC announces : Siemens IGCC Corporate Governance Workshops: In continuation of its global initiatives and commitment to taking Corporate Governance and compliance to a higher level, German corporate giant Siemens Ltd. India in cooperation with the Indo German Chamber of Commerce (IGCC), invite Indian companies to a series of workshops on Corporate Governance to be held during as follows: 8 th February, 2012 IGCC, Kolkata 20 th April, 2012 IGCC, Delhi 19 th July, 2012 Hotel in Pune (c/o. IGCC Pune) 3 rd August, 2012 Hotel in Hyderabad (c/o. IGCC Chennai)

3 The key focus areas of the workshops are: 1. Need for Corporate Governance; 2. Best Practice Sharing among Industry; 3. Way forward for a Better tomorrow. IGCC member companies are urged to participate and share their experiences and efforts for good Corporate Governance. Interested companies should contact the IGCC at: janna@indo german.com for the Pune workshop Sharon.mogose@indo german.com for the Kolkata workshop sumati@indo german.com for the Delhi workshop irene@indo german.com for the Hyderabad workshop Senior Experten Service (SES) Since 1983, the Senior Experten Service (SES) has been helping small and medium sized companies to help themselves, aided by Senior Experts specialists who, having completed their active professional lives, joined SES to pass on their knowledge on a voluntary basis. SES is the Foundation of German Industry for International Cooperation, a non profit making organisation. It was established by four important associations: the Federal Confederation of German Employers' Associations (BDA), the Federal Association of German Industry (BDI), the Association of German Chambers of Industry and Commerce (DIHK) and the German Confederation of Skilled Crafts (ZDH). While focusing on small and medium sized companies, SES support may also be available to public institutions, authorities and vocational training institutions. SES assignments mainly take place in developing and emerging countries, but Senior Experts also provide help in Germany. For further details contact our Kolkata office Ms. Sharon Mogose, 3A Gurusaday Road, Block A, 1 st Floor, Kolkata E mail: sharon.mogose@indo German.com Study in Germany The German University of Applied Sciences (FHM) in Bielefeld, is offering an English Language fulltime MBA Course in Management in the SME Sector in co operation with IGCC Bangalore Office. On completion of the course, an internationally recognized degree will be conferred by the University. The first batch of students will start in March The first three months of the course is taught in Bangalore by German & Indian faculty after which the students will continue the course in Bielefeld, Germany. Admissions are currently open. Please contact Mrs. Audrey D souza, Regional Director, IGCC, Bangalore. Tel.No E mail: adsouza@indo german.com

4 One to One Business Meetings at the following Trade fairs in Germany: We can arrange one to one Business Meetings at any trade fair as per your requirement. Watch this space regularly to know more about the trade fairs we would organize one to one business meetings for, in future. For Registration and further details, please contact german.com Tel: / Asia Pacific Conference (APK) November 2012, Gurgaon, Delhi The 13th Asia Pacific Conference brings strong partners together. German industry has much to offer the Asia Pacific region one of the world s most dynamic economic areas when it comes to innovative technologies and expertise that can help address future challenges such as those that accompany ongoing urbanisation processes. This cooperation will generate growth and development for both sides. Philipp Roesler, Federal Minister of Economics and Technology and the Vice Chancellor of Germany "For Germany, globalization and prosperity are closely associated. The Asia Pacific region will stay a key market for German companies in the years to come. The region faces challenges such as urbanization and demographic change. We want to actively support policy makers in mastering these challenges. This conference is a perfect platform for the exchange of ideas between companies and decision makers in Asia. I am looking forward to discussing these issues in our community and with our partners in the region." Peter Loescher, Chairman, Asia Pacific Committee of German Business and CEO, Siemens AG The main organizers of the Asia Pacific Conference are the German Chambers of Commerce abroad (AHKs), the Asia Pacific Committee of German Business (APA) and the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology, Germany (BMWi). The Indo German Chamber of Commerce is the local host of this prestigious event. Over 700 delegates attended the last APC held in Singapore in In 2012 the conference will be completely in English language for the first time. For more information & registration procedure please visit: events/asia pacific conference apk in new delhiin 2012/ The Energy Efficiency Award, 2011 The Deutsche Energie Agentur GmbH (dena) the German Energy Agency is announcing the dena Energy Efficiency Award as part of the Initiative EnergieEffizienz campaign funded by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology. Patron of the competition is Rainer Brüderle, Federal Minister of Economics. Further information and Entry documents are available from energieeffizienz.de/eea en. A. IGCC PUBLICATIONS: 1. IGCC Membership Directory (in English): NEW We are in the process of compiling a new edition of the IGCC Membership Directory. In case you have not already done so, please send your company s updated information to membership@indo german.com or by fax to This Directory lists our members in India and Germany. Copies of the previous Edition are available for members at a reduced rate.

5 2. Indian Firms doing Business in Germany (in English) 9th Edition, January The book is a list of firms in Germany with Indian part / sole ownership and branch offices of Indian companies in Germany and costs `500/ for members. It is available only as a hardcopy. Postage free 3. Directory of German Companies in India I Collaborations, Joint Ventures and Subsidiaries (English) 13th Edition, February 2010 The Directory is an alphabetical listing of all the German Companies Collaborations, Joint Ventures and Subsidiaries operating in India with a product index and costs `2300/ for members. It is available only as a hardcopy. Postage free 4. Directory of German Companies in India II Agencies, Representations, Liaison Offices (English) 4th Edition, December 2008 The Directory is an alphabetical listing of all the German Companies Agencies, Representations and Liaison Offices operating in India with a product index and costs `2300/ for members It is available only as a hardcopy. Postage free For further details regarding all Publications, please contact Ms. Sanghamitra Mengle at publications@indo german.comor at Tel.: B. ADVERTISEMENT: 1. Ideas, Inventions and Innovations IGCC s new service Have you recently introduced a new idea, enhanced a product, system or a process? Lend your product/innovation more visibility and recognition in the Indo German business community by informing our readers about it. The Indo German Chamber has introduced a new chapter in its bi monthly business magazine under the above heading. It features in mid section of both the German as well as the English issue, which is a prominent part of the magazine. The magazine is sent to all our German and Indian member companies as well as industry associations, diplomatic institutions, Chambers of Commerce etc. in India and Germany. Sounds interesting? Do write to us about the uniqueness of your product, process or service! What we need from you are: 1) Text of 200 words (subject to editing) 2) print quality photo 3) Company logo For further information, terms and conditions, please write to jennifer@indo german.com / advertisements@indo german.com or call at C. GERMAN TRADE FAIRS: Important: Members, to avoid a last minute rush, all those who are planning to travel to Germany to visit/exhibit at Trade fairs, can apply for a Schengen visa at the Embassy/Consulate of the Federal Republic of Germany at least 3 months in advance. Visa Information and requirements are available at: The latest form can be downloaded from

6 Kindly note: Passports which are issued more than 10 years ago will not be accepted any more. The passport must not be older than 10 years and needs to be valid for at least three months beyond the intended duration of stay in the Schengen territory and needs to contain at least two empty pages. Munich Trade Fairs: For Exhibitors: BAUMA th International Trade Fair for Construction Machinery, Building Material Machines, Mining Machines, Construction Vehicles, and Construction Equipment is scheduled to be from 15 to 21 April, 2013 in Munich. The deadline for stand bookings is March After the deadline no space will be available. Visit: BAU 2013 World s Leading Trade Fair for Building Materials, Architecture and Systems from 14 to 19 January 2013 at Munich. The deadline for stand booking is Sept After the deadline no space will be available. Visit muenchen.de/en For details on Munich Fairs please contact Ms. Haleema Sayed at munichfairs@indogerman.com Tel: Nuernberg Trade Fairs: World of Toys Hong Kong Toy Fair January 9 to 12, 2012 Euroguss International Trade Fair for Die Casting Technology, Processes, Products 17 to 19 January, 2012, Nürnberg, Germany Online tickets from Spielwarenmesse Inernational Toy Fair 1 to 6 February, 2012 Nürnberg, Germany 1 day ticket ` 1,200/ each (valid for any one day of the fair) Permanent tickets ` 2,400/ (valid for all the days of the fair) Chillventa Rossija International Trade Fair for Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Ventilation, Heat Pumps, Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre 7 to 9 February, 2012 Moscow, Russia rossija.com BioFach World Organic Trade Fair Country of the Year India Vivaness World Trade Fair for Natural Personal Care and Wellness 15 to 18 February, 2012 Online ticket sales from Euro 32 for a permanent ticket For details on Nürnberg Fairs please contact Ms. Ruby Vatcha Tel E mail: ruby@indo german.com

7 3. Messe Berlin Trade Fairs: The International Green Week is an Exhibition for the Food Industry, Agriculture and Horticulture. This will take place at the Messe Berlin fair grounds from January Bautec is the international Trade Fair for Building and Construction Technology that will be held from February. Once again Solar Energy will present the latest products and technologies under one roof in conjunction with Bautec. ITB Berlin the worlds largest Travel Trade Show will be held from 7 11 March The whole variety of travelling is present at ITB Berlin: Destinations, tour operators, booking systems, carriers, hotels and all other suppliers who want to embellish their customers' most beautiful weeks of the year. In recent years Laser Optics Berlin has become a successful meeting place of the world s leading decision makers from the laser optics industry. The heart of the event is the Scientific Technical Congress, which takes place in parallel. In 2012, the congress will be organized by the Optical Society of America (OSA). This will be held from March For details on Berlin Fairs please contact Ms. Deepika Unni at berlinfairs@indo german.com Tel: /47 D. INDIAN TRADE FAIRS: IGCC is supporting the following upcoming fairs in India: Industrial Automation 2011 and concurrent shows 6 9 December 2011, Bangalore International Exhibition Centre, Bangalore Hannover Milano Fairs India Pvt. Ltd (a joint venture company between Deutsche Messe AG in Hannover, Germany and Fiera Milano S.p.A in Italy) will organize five concurrent international trade fairs from 6 9 December 2011 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bangalore. IGCC is supporting these shows. 1. Motion, Drive and Automation (Hydraulics & Pneumatics, Electro Mechanical Transmission) (5 th Edition) india.com 2. Process and Production Automation and Industrial Building Automation (5 th Edition) india.com 3. Materials Handling, Storage Systems and Logistic Services (5 th Edition) 4. Surface Technology (2 nd Edition) india.com 5. Laser Systems and Laser Technology for Manufacturing (1 st Edition) Auto Expo January 2012 The 11 th Auto Expo will take place from 7 11 January 2012 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The show is organized by CII (Confederation of Indian Industry), ACMA (Auto Component Manufacturers Association) and SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers). There will be an official German participation supported by the German Federal Ministry of

8 Economics & Technology (BMWi) initiated by the Association of German Automobile Industry (VDA). All the leading car manufacturers from Germany will be present at the show including AUDI, BMW, Mercedes, Skoda and VOLKSWAGEN, as well as the well known component manufacturers such as Bosch, Continental, Schaeffler Gruppe, etc. Elecrama January 2012 The 10 th international exhibition of electrical and industrial electronics industry organized by IEEMA the Indian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers Association of India will take place from January 2012 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai. As every year the Indo German Chamber of Commerce will coordinate the participation of a German Group comprising German and Indo German companies such as Lapp, Siemens, Obo Bettermann, Harting, etc. in Hall 5. The official German participation at the show is supported by the German Federal Ministry of Economics & Technology (BMWi) in cooperation with the Association of the German Trade Fair Industry (AUMA) and initiated by ZVEI (German Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers Association). IMTEX January 2012 The show is organized by Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers Association (IMTMA) and will take place from January 2012 in Bangalore. IMTEX Forming 2012 will exclusively show case the latest forming technologies not only for metals but also for plastics and other engineering materials like Composites and Ceramics which find wide application in engineering products. Concurrent with IMTEX Forming 2012 IMTMA is also organising Tooltech 2012 international exhibition on Dies, Moulds, Forming Tools, Machine Accessories, Metrology & CAD /CAM. For further details please contact: Ms. Sonia Prashar, Director Marketing & Trade Fairs soniaprashar@indo german.com Tel: E. News from our Branches: PUNE INDIA S NATIONAL VOLUNTARY GUIDELINES ON BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITIES A Call for Action (7 th December, 2011) This evening event is being organised against the backdrop of the recently released National Voluntary Guidelines (NVGs) on Social, Environmental and Economic Responsibilities of Business. Through these principles the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has urged businesses to become responsible actors in society, while contributing to sustainable growth and economic development. Going beyond the traditional definitions of CSR and philanthropy, the NVGs mark a new milestone for India s business industry encouraging responsible business behaviour that is truly in line with a company s core business and vice versa. We would hence, through this event, like to discuss with you business leaders and experts in your own fields what the NVGs mean for India, its businesses and for its growth trajectory. You will also meet a panel of experts who will share first hand experiences of implementing

9 these principles in their operations. Our experts will include Nirupama Kotru, Director, MCA and in charge, IICA; Manfred Häbig, Head of Private Sector Development, GIZ, and; Zubin Kabraji, IGCC besides private sector representatives Ms. Bina Joshi, Section Manager at the Department of Social Initiatives of Forbes Marshall, Pune, and Mr. Anant G. Nadkarni, Vice President, Tata Council for Community Initiatives, Mumbai. In addition to these, members of the Guidelines Drafting Committee (GDC) the body that created the NVGs will present the context within which Business Responsibility (BR) is assuming increasing relevance and highlight key areas for action included in the Guidelines. The event will also feature the findings of a recent survey on the status quo of business awareness on the NVGs and a walkthrough on designing BR strategies. Date: Wednesday, 7 th December 2011 Venue: ISTA Hotel Pune, 88, Nagar Road, Yerwada (Adjacent to Aga Khan Palace), Pune Time: to We would like to kindly inform you that the number of guests is limited to 50, hence we request you to send your RSVP to janna@indo german.com. Christmas Brunch Ista Pune & Indo German Chamber of Commerce invites you for a lavish Christmas Brunch! On Saturday 10 th December, 2011 at the Ista Hotel, Eighty Eighty, 88, Nagar Road, Yerwada (Adjacent to Aga Khan Palace), Pune , Tel.: from 12:30 pm onwards. Special ` tax * No charges for children below 5 years *50% discount for children between 5 and 12 years of age ` 200 per head will be donated as charity to the SAFOSH Foundation and their SHREEVATSA. SOFOSH among their various activities run a special ward called SHREEVATSA for the tiny Lodger Babies, who are orphaned or relinquished or even rescued by the police. Shreevatsa, established in 1973, is a Government recognized child care centre giving a home to children below 4 years of age. They also have an Adoption centre that places children with alternative families through the SOFOSH adoption program. For further information please contact Janna Oltmanns janna@indo german.com The International ERP Prospect Seminar in Pune The Indo German Chamber of Commerce in association with ABAS Projecktierung GmbH is pleased to invite you to attend the International ERP Prospect Seminar in Pune on Friday, 20 th January, Join ABAS International Group in Pune, Maharashtra, and meet CEOs and key users from international companies who have successfully implemented abas ERP in multiple countries. Participate in a lessons learned session focusing on budget, increased revenues and creating a global value stream for your business. ABAS Business Software creates value for

10 companies who deal with customers or vendors across borders. Their network of international software partners and localization expertise is ideal for any company looking to expand abroad and integrate their ERP system globally. ABAS provides a unique solution for international customers through its multi country functionality and global partner network. It is uniquely qualified to successfully implement international ERP projects. No other company has the combination of an unified partner network, strategic orientation, globally enabled software, and international implementation methodology that defines the roadmap to success. abas Business Software is multi currency and offered in more than 30 languages, with additional languages available upon request. Customers can work with the same database in different languages, enabling simplified workflow and communication between foreign subsidiaries. So join us for getting more information on all this functionalities and to understand from their customer how they are successful in their business. There are no charges for participation in the seminar. If you wish to participate, please send us your RSVP. For further details please write to cynitta.ebenezer@indo german.com. Office in Office Offer The Indo German Chamber of Commerce in Pune (located at the following address : 7th floor in Nucleus Building, C.T.S. No. 1, Church Road, Opp. Police Commissioner Office, Camp Pune Pune) offers up to 9 working places in its own facilities. The office is conveniently located within easy reach of Pune s main business districts, several 5* hotels, the main railway station as well as the National Highway #4 from/to Mumbai. For further details please contact Pune office: Tel: E mail: janna@indogerman.com I M M I G R A T I O N C L I N I C The Indo German Chamber of Commerce together with Lexagent Expatriate Locations presents the Immigration Clinic. The main purpose of this clinic is to help you with all of your immigration related queries. You can obtain expert advice on any of the following topics related to immigration amongst others: Registration of Foreigners (FRO Registration), Police Clearance Certificates, Form C, Visa Extensions, Resolution of questions regarding Business, Employment, or Tourist Visas, Change of Location (within India FRO regulations), Change of Address (within City), PIO cards, OCI cards, Update on new regulations impacting the Expatriates. This facility can be availed by IGCC members (companies, individuals) and their friends or colleagues free of charge. However, please note that this is a one on one consultation with prior appointment only. Basic documents (Passport, Visa and FRO) and your query should be ed to immigration@indo german.com at least 48 hours prior to the meeting for effective consultation. The basic consultation is free of charge. However, any detailed consultation or actual assistance will be chargeable and a separate time may be set up at Lexagent office for the same.

11 Location : IGCC, 710, Nucleus Mall, 7th floor, 1 Church Road, Opp. Police Commissioner s Office, Pune on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month a.m a.m. BY PRIOR APPOINTMENT ONLY. These sessions will be conducted by Preeti Roongta, Director Immigration, Lexagent Expatriate Relocations. For further information please contact: Vandana Karve, Indo German Chamber of Commerce, Pune, Tel: or vandana@indo german.com CHENNAI Presentation on Tax & Regulatory update for German Expatriates by Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India on 8th December 2011, IGCC Premises, Chennai For more information / to register for the presentation, please contact: Viji Sampath viji@indo german.com INDO GERMAN AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY FORUM India and Eastern Germany Partners for Automotive Success organized jointly by IGCC with GTAI, Berlin on 25th January 2012, at Hyatt Regency, Chennai For more information / to register for the event, please contact: Irene Richards irene@indo german.com

12 The Indo German Chamber of Commerce is pleased to bring to you News about the German Organisation Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. Our Members will be informed regularly about the various events organized and services offered by the GIZ in India. GIZ in December 2011 Upcoming events Date Event Programme (concerned person) Location 4th December Industrial Green Chemistry World, Symposium cum exhibition Conference Environment Programme (GIZ ASEM) is supporting, Mr. Raghu Babu Mumbai 13th 15th December Planned Indo German Energy Forum: Subgroup Two Renewable Energies the InterSolar India Conference Awareness Generation On National Voluntary Guidelines On the Social, Environmental and Economic Responsibilities of Business Project activity with counterpart Energy, Mr. Jens Burgtorf Corporate Social Responsibility, Neha Kumar Mumbai Do write in with your comments, views & suggestions to: Ms. Radha Matthai at german.com, Tel: Mrs Seema Kazi Rangnekar at german.com, Tel: Indo German Chamber of Commerce Deutsch Indische Handelskammer Maker Tower 'E', 1st Floor, Cuffe Parade Mumbai Tel: Fax: Internet: german.com Branch Offices: New Delhi Kolkata Chennai (Madras) Bangalore Pune Liaison Office: Düsseldorf