Lighthouse - September, 2009
CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE
One attribute which assures success is the ability to identify and respond to opportunities. What some people see as difficulties, others view as chances for progress. As this difference is more pronounced when one is tackling the tides of recession, it is uplifting to be able to applaud the advantageous circumstances which India provides. The diversities within India are so vast that to pinpoint just two cities- Delhi, which has the biggest commercial center and Mumbai, which is now regarded as India’s commercial capital is just an understatement in terms of emphasising our potential. A current economic report forecasts that Indian companies are set to invest Rs 10.5 trillion in the next three years. CSS needs to be at the forefront of any countries economic growth so it was no coincidence that our Budget Meet 2009 -10 was held a few months ago in Kerala, southern India.
CSS India now has a presence in 12 major Indian cities. It is our forward strategising which ensures that we are well placed to participate in the opportunities ahead. It gives me a sense of pride to acknowledge that the development of CSS India is sailing forward and promises to deliver remarkable growth because of our dedicated, progressive and dynamic team. CSS India is set to become the number one player in the areas where it operates, bucking any adverse economic trends. I feel extremely proud to focus attention on their achievements as they highlight the exciting times ahead for all of us.
T S Kaladharan
Focusing North India
Strategy adopted for the business augmentation
Extensive market analysis was done and the most prospective clientele was filtered out. All efforts were given in grabbing the business out of the fierce competition. Thrust was given in the line of imports, since the profit margin is higher in this segment. That doesn’t mean that we were not giving importance to exports. Yet another strategy was to target the direct consignee which in turn helped us a lot to increase our revenue part. Our agents’ world wide supported us a lot with providing the most competitive import buying rates, which enabled us to penetrate the market in an effective manner. Another important factor was the volume of nomination support from the overseas agents. The confidence in our team was wonderful, which in no case can be ignored despite of all down turns happened around generally.
About the new office in Ludhiana
Ludhiana is one of the most sought after markets for the African Sub continent. The decision to start an office in Ludhiana can only been seen as a wise judgment from CSS Group’s Senior Management. The major trade from this part of the country includes machinery, hand tools, cycle parts, tyre & tubes. Considerable amount of sports goods and hosiery are also traded here. Ludhiana lies close to the excise free zones of Kaleamb & Baddi which are going to be the export hubs in the near future. This region is also a potential market for LCL export as well.
The freight movement prospects in North India
The prospects in this region are bright. Delhi takes the 2nd position after Nhava Sheva in terms of total volume of both imports and exports. North India is a multi-product market and it has got a lot to offer to the freight forwarding fraternity. The ICD and the CFS- Delhi now act as the focal point for the entire North India operations. All major MNC’s and Corporates do have their presence in Delhi or in the suburban areas. The major exports and prospects are towards the US, Europe, Gulf region, China and the South East Asian countries whilst imports are from US, Europe, Mediterranean and China. Moreover Delhi is the capital city and lot of decision making happens here in the administration level.
Network strengths
CSS Group takes pride to have an effective agency network globally. This gives momentum to our operations from both North and South. We have confidence in our agents and vice versa. Constant networking sessions do happen inside and outside the country through agency visits and trade fairs. This keeps the relationships lively and meaningful.
Agenda to tackle recession
Recession as such has not affected much in the Indian scenario. The scientific studies are also showing positive signs in the Indian shipping and logistics industry. We have adopted certain procedures to constantly monitor the growth graph. The reporting structure is defined in such a way that we are able to point out the flaws happening, if any the moment it happens during the entire process flow and to effectively rectify it. We update ourselves with constant market research and surveys. On the other hand, we have a brilliant team of professionals to penetrate the existing market and to find new markets to pursue in this region.
CSS Started functioning from Ludhiana
Console Shipping Services India Pvt Ltd. has started operations from its new office in Ludhiana from 15th July 09. This is CSS India’s 12th Office. Console Shipping Services India Pvt. Ltd. established in 2004 with its operations from Tirupur, Tuticorin, and Coimbatore, further expanded its horizons in 2007. In an industry with ever increasing demands Console Shipping Services India has proved itself to deliver the best to its clients around the globe. Today, regarded as one of the leading players in the industry Console Shipping Services operates from all major gateway ports and commercial hubs of India.
Ludhiana Office Address is as below:
Console Shipping Services India Pvt Ltd
155, Venus Street No – 9
Opp. Urban Estate Nursery
Jeevan Nagar, Focal Point
Ludhiana – 141010
Tele Fax : +91 161 5016004 / 5 / 6
Aman Parhawk – Branch Manager
Mobile: +91 9317803031
Email: aman@cssindiagroup.com
CSS Kolkata moves to a new office
Console Shipping Services Kolkata has started functioning form its new office from the 01st of August 2009. All trade partners are requested to take note of the change in Address.
The new office address is as below:
Console Shipping Services India Pvt. Ltd,
36A , 1st Floor, Bharatiya Bhasha Parisad Building
Shakespeare Sarani, Kolkata – 700 017
Phone No : +91 33 40648300 – 29, Fax No : +91 33 22900104
Email: mailkolkata@cssindiagroup.com
Breakbulk Announcement
CSS Group will be participating in the 2nd Annual Breakbulk Asia Transportation Conference & Exhibition to be held in Singapore on the 26th & 27th of January 2010. The event is forecasted to attract over 150 exhibitors from around the world and over 3000 trade visitors.
CSS India becomes FMC Registered
CSS India becomes FMC Registered which gives an added impetus to activities in shipping and logistics for the company. The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is an independent regulatory agency responsible for the regulation of ocean borne transportation in the foreign commerce of the U.S. CSS India operates from 12 cities in India which includes 5 gateway ports of the country.
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