Long before the invention of polymeric fibres, natural fibres were spun to make yarns and yarns were woven to make cloth, ropes and similar products. Jute fibres derived from the plant of the same name were in the initial stages used to manufacture sackcloth and hessian principally. Over the years, with the advancement of technology, versatility of jute fibres has been discovered. Jute fibres are now being used not only for making sacks, but for sophisticated textile products for diverse end-uses also. It is a fascinating journey of jute stamping it as one of the oldest surviving agro-industries of the world.

Jute has traditionally been used for packaging, specially sacks. However, the fabric has shown its sheer versatility in modern times, with a range of unique physical attributes that have opened up new avenues for diversification, especially in the light of global concerns for the environment. Jute Geotextiles (JGT) are one aspect of Jute diversification which has proved to be highly effective in addressing soil-related problems in the field of civil engineering.

When they are put to the rest, JGT are very similar in function to the man-made synthetic Geotextiles - which are made from various petro-chemical derivatives. Like synthetics Geotextiles, Jute is used in separation, filtration, drainage and initial reinforcement.

Under these conditions, the biodegradability of JGT helps in the quick regrowth of displaced vegetation by coalescing with the soil, increasing its permeability, retaining the appropriate humidity as “mulch” and creating a micro-climate that is conducive to vegetative growth. Around the world JGT has been lauded as the most acclaimed natural fabric that provides biotechnical solutions to soil made vulnerable by exposure.
(Information courtesy: National Jute Board)

GIFTEX, STATIONEX & JUTEX 2012

Venue:     Nehru Centre, Worli, Mumbai

Date:     Feb. 10th - 13th, 2012

Timing: 11.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.

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What does it take to make choice of a correct gift for your colleagues, corporate friends, partners, colleagues, or key clients? This is what we are going to discuss and find out. In this post, we shall learn about the art of corporate gifting and some basic norms to follow.

Find something that leaves a lasting impression:

• Planning in advance would also you come up with a thoughtful gift for your clients and build a long-term corporate relationship. Remember, the gift you intend to give your corporate client is a direct reflection of your business ethos.
• Be clear about the message you would want to convey, The first thing you need to work out is the message you would want your gift to send across subtly. Is it a reminder of a longstanding business relationship or marks the beginning of a new association?
• Choose gifts which set your business apart and make your clients remember who presented it to them. Try to locate something unconventional or distinctive.

It won’t be bad idea to formulate a ‘gift of the year or occasion based gifting’ plan that you follow so that you subtly and continually remind your clients that you care and think of them, going beyond day-to-day business.

Knowing your clients’ specific interests

• Now we come to the second important step, which is finding out about your clients’ specific interests. Following guidelines will help you give a gift that brings a smile and satisfaction to your clients’ faces.
• When we say that you should target your clients’ interests, when selecting a gift for them, what we mean is that you should try to find something which matches their thinking, attitude and lifestyle– personal as well as professional.
• Treat a gift as a symbol of your business ethos: The gift should ideally be a reflection of the business/ profession you are operating in, which would be the most appropriate gesture for any occasion. For instance, a stylish travel bag would be perfect if your business activity is related to tourism.

What are the gifting options?

Several top names from the gifting industry are displaying a wide variety of gifting options like Albums, Artifacts, Bags,
Ball Pens, Pens, Briefcases, Calculators, Calendars, Diaries, Indexes, Cameras, Caps, Promotional Clothing, Clocks, Watches, Crockery, Cutlery, Crystalware, Desk Top Accessories, Dining Tableware, Corporate Embellishments, Photo Frames, Home Appliances, Home Furnishings,  Idols, Statuettes, Key Chains, Lamps, Luggage, Leather Products, Packaging, Torches, Toys and so on.

Based on the tips above and your budget, you can pick a gift plan of your choice from our exhibitors, all keen to serve you to the best of their abilities at Giftex 2012.

GIFTEX, STATIONEX & JUTEX 2012

Venue:     Nehru Centre, Worli,  Mumbai
Date:     Feb. 10th - 13th, 2012
Timing: 11.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.

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Handmade paper production has low capital investment, thereby promoting local entrepreneurship, it generates more local employment; it is an environmentally sound technology, depleting less resources and causing less pollution than paper mill factories; and it can produce certain specialized varieties of paper, for example, watermark, filter paper and drawing sheets, etc. The cost difference between handmade paper and millmade paper is marginal.

The concern about the disappearance of forests, coupled with renewed interest in the quality of papers generated new study of the paper maker’s materials, especially the pulps and fibers. With several technological changes taking place in the paper industry, the government has to rethink its land use policies and conservation strategies to protect the natural resources.

According to the senior officials of Handmade Paper and Fiber industry, the Handmade Paper products is a real treasure with full of creative, innovative and thought provoking ideas and the industry has got an excellent future because of value addition and excellent export oriented prospects.

The sector also plans to tab or explore the very big area of packaging industries be it for medicine packaging or fertilizer packaging etc. Even the Internal Trade Fairs like PAPEREX have been fruitful trade encouraging activities. Most units in India have become totally export oriented.

(Information courtesy: KVIC)

GIFTEX, STATIONEX & JUTEX 2012

Venue:     Nehru Centre, Worli,  Mumbai, India.
Date:     Feb. 10th - 13th, 2012
Timing: 11.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.

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Here are the exclusive features of the fair that make it a memorable event, worth a visit:

•    The event acts as a perfect meeting point for professionals from the gifting industry. The trendsetting show in the corporate gifting arena was timed just perfectly, with the greeting and gifting season round the corner!

•    The mission behind the launching of GIFTEX was essentially to create a common platform as well as a meeting place for sellers and buyers and hardcore professionals in the Gifts & Stationery industry plus top corporate houses.

•    Nehru Centre, Worli in South Mumbai, the venue of the exhibition, provides the right ambience for the event. Centrally located with plenty of parking space, visitors find it very convenient to come.

•    Stalls fully fabricated and equipped will be handed over to the exhibitors and they will be allowed to decorate them with a touch of customization. Exhibitors are requested to inform their decorators to commence and finish the decoration within this time-frame. (NOTE: No decoration work will be permitted on exhibition days.)  Organizers will provide each exhibitor with a stall and facia, two spotlights and 5 amps. plug point. Additional requirements can be hired from the contractor at extra cost.

•    The profile of every exhibitor is printed free of charge in the Exhibition Directory and appropriate listings will be made in the Product Index. Just take a look at the product profile, and you will realize the huge scope of the event with endless varieties of gifts and novelties, including:

Stationery, Jute Consumer Products, Handmade Paper & Handicrafts. Albums, Artifacts, Bags, Ball Pens, Pens, Briefcases, Calculators

Calendars, Diaries, Indexes, Cameras, Caps, Promotional Clothing, Clocks, Watches, Crockery, Cutlery, Crystalware

Desk Top Accessories, Dining Tableware, Corporate Embellishments, Photo Frames, Home Appliances, Home Furnishings

Idols, Statuettes, Key Chains, Lamps, Luggage, Leather Products, Packaging, Torches, Toys and so on.

The list is literally endless! Don’t miss this unique event…

GIFTEX, STATIONEX & JUTEX 2012

Venue:     Nehru Centre, Worli,  Mumbai
Date:     Feb. 10th - 13th, 2012
Timing: 11.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.

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The National Jute Board (NJB) is the apex body for promotion of Indian Jute. Set up under “National Jute Board Act, 2008 (No. 12 of 2009)” , the Board is chaired by the Secretary, Ministry of  Textiles, Government of India. The Board’s prime objective is to provide better marketing of jute products, although it addresses itself to multi-dimensional activities.

NJB is a body comprising representatives from all sectors including farmers of jute, producers & exporters of jute products, experts, workmen employed in factories producing jute manufactures, as well as different departments of the Government of India and local governments of jute growing States.  It undertakes several measures to:

i) evolve an integrated approach to jute cultivation in the matters of formulation of schemes, extension work, implementation and evaluation of schemes aimed at increasing the yield of jute and improving the quality thereon ;

ii) promote production of better quality raw jute;

iii) enhance productivity of raw jute;

iv) promote or undertake arrangements for better marketing and stablisation of the prices of raw jute;

v) promote standardization of raw jute and jute products;

vi) suggest norms of efficiency for jute industry with a view to eliminating waste, obtaining optimum production, improving quality and reducing costs;

vii) propagate information useful to the growers of raw jute and manufacturers of jute products;

viii) promote and undertake measures for quality control or raw jute and jute products;

xi) assist and encourage studies and research for improvement of processing, quality, techniques of grading and packaging; of raw jute;

x) promote or undertake surveys or studies aimed at collection and formulation of statistics regarding raw jute and jute products;

xi)promote standardization of jute manufactures;

(Information courtesy: njb)

Apart from corporate gifting objects, Giftex 2012 is also hosting a special pavilion by National Jute Board!

GIFTEX, STATIONEX & JUTEX 2012

Venue:     Nehru Centre, Worli, Mumbai

Date:     Feb. 10th - 13th, 2012

Timing: 11.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.

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Personalized gifts strengthen customer/business/ client relations and enhance the image of a company. They not only serve as a sign of goodwill but also as a constant reminder of the giver. Judging from the spontaneous response so far, GIFTEX’12 promises to be another success and a milestone event of the industry in the next year.

Now all eyes, as far as the gifting industry is concerned, are focused on Nehru Centre in Mumbai, the venue of the GIFTEX show. The exhibition halls are buzzing with hectic activity where corporate visitors can be seen going from booth to booth in their endeavor to locate their best gifting options for the season ahead.

Amongst the visitors are Distributors, Agents and Dealers making their headway to capture attention of manufacturers. The international touch is palpable at the exhibition venue every year, with a number of visitors from various countries across the world.

The concept of Corporate Gifting has sure got a big boost thanks to the event that projects the products of manufactures of various quality utility and luxury objects, enabling them to bag inquiries and orders. You can catch all the action at Nehru Centre in Mumbai, NOW, by being a part of the event.

The best of the gifting industry is already there so wouldn’t you like to be a part of it. If you miss the golden opportunity, you will rue it later.

GIFTEX, STATIONEX & JUTEX 2012

Venue:     Nehru Centre, Worli,  Mumbai
Date:     Feb. 10th - 13th, 2012
Timing: 11.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.

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• Though countries like Indonesia, Malaysia and Philippines have already emerged as `handmade paper giants’; India is being looked upon as the country with the maximum growth potential. The country is almost self-sufficient in manufacture of most varieties of handmade papers.
• There has been phenomenal growth in the export market for Indian Handmade Paper and its products, especially in the developed countries like the United States of America, West Germany, European Countries, Australia etc. The last decade witnessed rapid growth in export as a number of Handmade Paper and paper products manufacturing units have become hundred percent export oriented units and helped in increasing the foreign exchange of the country.
• The handmade paper industry in India offers considerable potential to meet the increasing demand for paper products in an environmentally sound way.  The Indian government has provided funds to different handmade paper supplying councils like KVIC (Khadi & Village Industries Commission) which tie up with banks and through banks provide funds to promising entrepreneurs who want to start handmade paper making business.
• UNDP had provided funds to improve activities further in handmade paper industry which gave a lot of exposure of that market. Also the government had come out with REGP plans (Rural Employment Generation Program) where the government gave loans to village people to start small handmade paper units thus boosting the rural areas to further develop.
• India’s handmade papers industry worth crores of rupees, provides full time employment to thousands of people in the rural areas. Further to boost the industry KVIC sector conducts other major programs like Buyer-Seller Meet Cum Exhibitions at national level, Seminars Cum Workshops on Handmade Paper Industries etc, they also came out with Handmade Paper Making Multi Disciplinary Training Centres in Mumbai, Assam, Delhi which provides prospective entrepreneurs with Demonstration Kits for good quality products and also how to tab the naturally abundantly available local raw material.

(Information courtesy: KVIC)

Going beyond a host of exciting gifting ideas for corporate industry, Giftex 2012 is also hosting a special handmade paper pavilion by handmade paper & Fibre Industries, courtesy Khadi & Village Industries Commission.

GIFTEX, STATIONEX & JUTEX 2012

Venue:     Nehru Centre, Worli,  Mumbai
Date:     Feb. 10th - 13th, 2012
Timing: 11.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.

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Visit India’s most extensive and comprehensive event of the gifting industry, to find out for yourself…For now, here are a few aspects that marketers should keep in mind for a successful gifting program:

•    On their part, vendors need to grasp dynamics of corporate gifting to create a favorable brand or company image in the minds of prospective clients or employees.

•    A key factor is how much a particular client would like to spend on corporate gifting. An expensive item may not go well with some clients owing to budget constraints. Send a client a basket that comprises an assortment of gifts.

•    Being thoughtful and personal is another crucial factor because it makes the gifts truly unique. Look for a long-lasting gift that can be used on every day basis. It should be suitable for both male and female. If a client has an idea in mind, vendors should discuss the same to get more information on it. If the gift is for a large client, the giver should consider something of intrinsic value to them. To be in one’s good books, the gift should be personalized.

•    A key consideration is whether or not to put a logo on a product. This is a personal preference. Every client enjoys seeing the logo on presents. However, not every recipient would appreciate it. A logo may or may not be appropriate depending on the situation. It is advised to save the logo merchandise for giveaways that are less expensive such as pens, key chains, calendars and mugs.

•    Budget can often be a constraint as well as a large number of people who need to be covered. The typical gifts in such situation are generally pens, pen holders. The advantage of gifting stationery items is that they are inexpensive and do not create a huge financial burden.

You can get exciting, exclusive and economical corporate gifting ideas for all budgets at Giftex 2012!

GIFTEX, STATIONEX & JUTEX 2012

Venue:     Nehru Centre, Worli,  Mumbai
Date:     Feb. 10th - 13th, 2012
Timing: 11.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.

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Pleasant looking mugs make an ideal as corporate gifting candidate and also a good brand ambassador if you print your logo in a subtle manner on it. They are not expensive and are available in various shapes, colors. The mug with the company’s name decorated on it plays a perfect role in corporate gifting.

Mouse mats are available in a wide range of materials, shapes, colors, and costs. Whatever be your marketing budget, you can surely find a mouse mat that suits your individual needs perfectly. The best thing about using mouse mats as a corporate gift is that they are used in almost all offices. Again you are not go for branding, in a clever manner, here!

Any type of corporate gift such as clocks, day planners, or organizers are always an excellent choice. You can purchase small desktop clocks, to larger decorative clocks, as well as watches. You will be amazed by the variety of clocks available and any of these make perfect choices for corporate gifts. Also, employees always need to keep track of time, to attend meetings on time or even to keep a check on when the day will end!

Apart from these, corporate gifting budge can also be restricted through key chains. They are used by one and all, hence it is a good idea to gift it. It is simple to design, wont burn a hole in your pocket also! We strongly recommend the idea of a corporate gifting program in form of mugs, mouse mats, desk clocks and key chains etc because they create brand awareness. By distributing these, you can be sure of staying in constant vision of your client.

All these options for economical corporate gifting are readily available for you can at Giftex 2012.

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With the prospect of slackening demand owing to the recession, you may not like to give rich lifestyle and luxury gifts like jewelry. But silverware, utility objects, handy gadgets and other exclusive albeit economical gifts will do the trick when it comes to building the bonds with corporate clients, business associates, partners, and even your employees.

It is necessary to follow the latest trends in the world of corporate gift. Now, professionals do not relish regular, ubiquitous gifts. To check a stunning variety of gifting variety, why not visit Giftex 2012?

The glittering event will feature products ranging across a wide array of categories like:

• Electronic Products; Furnishing Fabrics; Furniture & Fixtures; Hampers
• Handicrafts; Healthcare Products; Home Appliances: Holograms: Idols
• Key chains; Kitchenware; Lamps & Lampshades; Leather goods; Luggage; Murals; Paintings
• Plants; Pots; Pottery; Showpieces; Gold and silver; Statuettes; Telephones / Mobiles
• Toys & Games; Utensils; Wall Hangings, luxury and utility items and a host of other accessories

The highlights of Giftex event is a wide array of Corporate Gifts & Stationery; Promotional Clothing; Promotional Giveaways and Promotional Items. There is a pleasing presentation for an unmatched selection of new products for the festive seasons of Dassera, Diwali, Christmas, New Year – all made available under one roof!

The seasoned professionals and even the curious visitors present at the exhibition got to experience the true spirit of Giftex in a relaxed yet lively ambience. Top professionals from the entire gifting industry enjoy this gala gifting event! Apart from a wide variety of gifting options, you will also get a wide variety of products and expert tips as well at Giftex 2012.

In essence, Giftex is a perfect resource to give the best corporate gifts in every sense…

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