US 12.3%, UAE 9.4%, China 9.3%
China 11.1%, Saudi Arabia 7.5%, US 6.6%, UAE 5.1%, Iran 4.2%, Singapore 4.2%, Germany 4.2% (2008)
India currently ranks as the tenth most industrialised country, the fourth largest economy and the second most populous country in the world. Rapid economic growth is sustained by a competitive private sector, a large, growing middle class and consumer market, a large pool of skilled managerial and technical manpower, rapid pace of urbanisation and a revived demand for quality goods and services.
India is enjoying high growth rates, a high GDP per capita, a highly diversified economy and growing consumer demand. This, coupled with language ties and favourable diplomatic relations, presents major investment, export and learning opportunities for Western Cape businesses to enjoy.
Wesgro Country Briefs present a cutting edge look into markets which Western Cape exporters and international investors should consider. What gives us the edge is ours years of knowledge, experience and our strategic insight into the public private sector. These relevant customised briefs are an essential resource for our clients, providing essential and practical guidelines for any business looking to expand globally and reap the benefits
| Name | Publication Type | File Type | File Size | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011/12 India - Maharashtra State Fact Sheet | Fact Sheets | application/pdf | 330.9 KB | Download |
| 2011.11 Wesgro India Country Brief | Country Briefs | application/pdf | 554.1 KB | Download |
| 2008 - 2009 Wesgro India Country Brief | Country Briefs | application/pdf | 914.0 KB | Download |
| 2004 Wesgro India Country Brief | Country Briefs | application/pdf | 274.4 KB | Download |
Food is the biggest consumption category in India with a market size of USD 181 billion. With a population of more than one billion individuals and food constituting a major part of the consumer's budget, this sector has a prominence next to no other businesses in the country.
Multi-products and multi-sector show
The Wesgro India Trade Mission will take place from 17- 21 September 2012 and will focus on exploring trade opportunities in the following sectors:
• Agroprocessing
• Capital Equipment
• Chemicals
• Machinery and Tools
• Specialized Equipment (Medical, Security)
Preference will be given to the above sectors, but businesses from other sectors will also be considered.
Please email jason@wesgro.co.za for further details.
An Unique Opportunity to Establish Your Link with Indian Engineering Sectors.
Greeting from the Chamber!
As you are aware that India today has already emerged as a manufacturing hub of the world is also the leading source for competent supplies of low cost and high quality products. Looking outwards establishing global trade partnerships which will have wide and significant long term outcome. Engineering sector today has emerged as a most important exporting sector accounting around 25% of total exports from India and this sector accounting around 25% of total exports from India and this sector is also now transforming into a high tech area whereby technological and other collaborations are being lined up with foreign companies. There have been significant exports of capital goods which will prove the point.
EEPC India is now taking this initiative for developing more trade in the engineering sector by holding a mega engineering event in India. India Engineering & Sourcing Show will take place at Mumbai during 22nd – 24th March 2012 and is being supported by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India; More than 150 engineering companies will be showcasing their relative strength in the manufacturing sector and over 50 companies from the overseas countries will be chosen to display their products.
The Indo - African Chamber being, one of the active forum, is one of the Main promoting partner for this event to Invite the African Business Men and Government Official’s to take active participation which in turn will assist them to promote their business even, for African Countries.
IESS will be essentially a partnership event and shall focus on collaborative opportunities in “Technology hub” value chain for manufacturing industry, from SME to large scale organizations. This will be a unique opportunity for those companies who are intending to do business in India. The event will have opportunities for global co – operation in:
• Buy from / Sell to India
• Explore Technology Transfer opportunities with Indian Companies.
• Explore business alliance with Indian companies for Joint Ventures, Mergers and Acquisitions.
• Explore “Investment Opportunities”, from India.
• Vendor Development Activities with major Indian Government Organizations and public sector undertakings.
The Department of Trade and Industry (the dti) invites you to join the business delegation on the annual International Trade and Investment Initiative (ITI) to the 2 cities of Chennai and Bangalore to India, from the 19 – 23 March 2012. This ITI is part of the Department’s Export and Investment Promotion Strategy to focus on India as a new high growth export market, South African trade with India has increased significantly over the past five years, more three doubling from R16.12 billion in 2006 to R42.79 billion in 2010. This growth was driven by a major increase in South African exports to India, and South Africa becoming a net exporter to India in 2008.
To leverage on this existing opportunity the dti has planned activities will include trade and investment seminars, mini exhibitions and business to business meetings in the 2 cities. This opportunity will also be a step further in creating market penetration for South African value added products and services in India and to promote South Africa as a trade and investment destination.
The requirements to be part of the SA business delegation are as follows:
• Companies interested in the trade activities during the event must be export ready, be competitive in the South African market, been in business for at least 2-3 years and must have a proven business & export track record trading in the following sectors:
o Agro processing, Beneficiated Metals & Mining technology, Automotive components, Electro-technical.
• This opportunity also applies to companies seeking to attract foreign direct investment and project owners/managers seeking joint venture partnerships in the following sectors:
o Pharmaceuticals, ICT, Energy, Manufacturing and Infrastructure.
the dti will:
• Provide a subsistence allowance of R2, 000.00 per day
• Economy Class return airfares to a maximum of R13, 000.00.
• Assist with freight forwarding of the display material/ samples.
These offers are stipulated on the section 12 (Page 13) of the attached guideline document as well.
Companies that apply to participate will be screened and selected in line with EMIA guidelines and market requirements. Interested companies are required to complete and submit the attached EMIA application form to:
Mapungubwe- the dti Group House,
EMIA Division
Building A: Ground Floor
77 Meintjies Street
Sunnyside
Pretoria
0002
