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National Safety Week Commemorated at WTC Kochi

April 28, 2017 - KOCHI, INDIA - The World Trade Center Kochi observed the National Safety Week from 4th March- 10th March 2017. The objective of the week is to particularly enhance the safety awareness amongst people to prevent and lessen the loss of life as well as financial loss. It also focuses on helping them avail safety, health and environment related support services. The activities at WTC Kochi included Seminar on general safety awareness, training sessions on work place safety and a quiz competition. Posters related to work place safety were also exhibited in and around the World Trade Center. This exercise mainly entitled to overcome such risk factors and ensure a safe and healthy work environment to people in workplaces. Read More

Seminar on Impact of Cyber Security on Businesses

March 31, 2017 - KOCHI, INDIA - The World Trade Center Kochi, in association with NASSCOM (National Association of Software and Services Companies), conducted a Seminar on Impact of Cyber Security on Businesses and Software Asset Cost Optimization and Compliance on 30th March 2017 at WTC Kochi. Senior Specialists from KPMG engaged sessions to update the participants on the different important facets of Cyber Security. Mr.Vivek George from WTC Kochi welcomed the gathering. Mr. Naveen Kumar V R Associate Director – KPMG led the first session on Cyber Security. The second one on Software Asset Cost Optimisation was engaged by Mr.Bhushan Lawate Associate Director – Forensics, KPMG. The programme had participation from CEOs and CFOs of Infopark IT Companies, Chartered Accountants Professionals, State PSUs, Logistics Companies etc. Mr.Sujith Unni, Regional Head, NASSCOM, concluded the Seminar. To learn more about WTC Kochi, please click on the source link below. Read More

Workshop on Public Transportation at Infopark

March 31, 2017 - KOCHI, INDIA - The World Trade Center Kochi, along with Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) conducted a half day workshop on 23rd March 2017 (Thursday) from 2:30 PM onwards at WTC Kochi. Dr.D.Dhanuraj ,Chairman -CPPR was the lead Speaker. The workshop was organised with the objective to provide Companies/Individuals a platform to contribute their ideas on improving public transportation connectivity to Infopark. The programme also witnessed participation from Start Up Companies, WTCK tenant Companies, Car-pooling groups, Uber India etc. Earlier Dr.Bose K.Nair delivered the welcome address and also presented the theme of the Workshop. The compiled report of suggestions will be shared with the Infopark CEO for his consideration and necessary follow ups. To learn more about WTC Kochi, please click on the source link below. Read More

Interactive Session on Export Oriented Units

February 22, 2017 - KOCHI, INDIA - World Trade Center Kochi in association with the Export Promotion Council for EoUs and SEZs and Cochin Export Processing Zone Industries Association (CEZIA) organised an "Interactive Session on EOUs and SEZs’" on Wednesday, the February 1st 2017 at WTC Kochi. Speakers:• Dr. Safeena A.N., IAS - Development Commissioner, Cochin Special Economic Zone (CSEZ)• Mr. P.C. Nambiar, Chairman-Export Promotion Council for EOUs & SEZ (EPCES)• Mr. K.K.Pillai, President- Cochin Special Economic Zone Industries Association (CSEZIA)• Dr. Bose K.Nair, Vice President-WTC Bengaluru and Kochi Dr. Safeena made a presentation on the SEZ guidelines and Mr. Nambiar addressed queries of the attendees. The programme was a platform for units operating from SEZs and EOUs to update themselves on the latest in SEZ laws and to understand how well they can comply with these regulations. The session was an opportunity for Companies to interact with the Speakers particularly Dr. Safeena IAS and to clarify their queries on SEZ rules. The event was attended by Industry Leaders, Officials from CSEZ and Infopark. The vote of thanks was proposed by Mr. N.N Menon, Regional Director, Export Promotion Council for EoU & SEZ units. To learn more about WTC Kochi, please click on the source link below Read More

Workshop on Design Thinking

February 22, 2017 - KOCHI, INDIA - World Trade Center Kochi organised a full day hands on workshop on ‘Design Thinking for High Growth Businesses' on January 31st, 2017. The workshop was conducted by Dr. Pavan Soni; who is an Innovation Evangelist and a PhD graduate from Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore. The workshop focused on tools and techniques of creative problem solving, a systematic approach towards ideation, and idea selection--the processes involved in design thinking, differences between creativity, invention and innovation, opportunity creation, development of enterprises, and the approach of getting important things right in the management by dealing with a few right things. The event was attended by 35 delegates from various organizations in and around Kochi. To learn more about WTC Kochi, click on the source link below. Read More

Interactive Meeting with Sterling Group

January 27, 2017 - KOCHI, INDIA - Mr. Balaram Menon, President - WTC Kochi and Bengaluru made a courtesy call to Mr. Shivdas B Menon, Agronomist and past Chairman of CII, Kerala on 23rd January 2017.The discussion was largely on the performance of the agricultural sector of Kerala and also about the potential that the various crops/commodities have in the global market. The meeting also explored the possible collaborations between World Trade Center Kochi and the State Government in matters pertaining to Agriculture and Tourism. To learn more about WTC Kochi, please click on the source link below. Read More

Interactive Session on the Impact of GST

December 28, 2016 - KOCHI, INDIA - World Trade Center Kochi, in association with Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan, organised a Seminar on Goods and Service Tax and its impact on IT and ITeS on 28th October, 2016. Dr. K. N. Raghavan, Commissioner of Customs, Kochi, was the Chief Guest along with Mr. P.M. Prabhakaran, Partner, Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan who presided over the technical session. Dr.Bose K. Nair, Vice President, WTC Bengaluru & Kochi delivered the welcome address as well as concluded the session.The primary objective of the programme was to update the Information & Technology (IT) community on the recent changes that have been proposed in the draft Good & Services Tax rules. The session was an opportunity for the participants to clarify with the speakers on their queries about the subject and how GST could impact the IT sector of Kerala. It was also an opportunity for participating organizations to interact with the Hon’ble Commissioner of Customs, Dr. Raghavan on their queries regarding the proposed GST. The event saw participation from various organizations from the Infopark IT SEZ as well as the tenants of World Trade Center Kochi.To learn more about WTC Kochi, please click on the source link below. Read More

World Trade Center Kochi Inaugurated

November 25, 2016 - KOCHI, INDIA - World Trade Center (WTC) Kochi at Infopark Campus, Kakkanad was inaugurated on 25th of November 2016 by Shri. Pinarayi Vijayan, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Kerala in the presence of Mr. Ghazi Abu Nahl, Chairman World Trade Centers Association, New York, Mr. Sivasankar IAS, Secretary, Government of Kerala, Mr. M R Jaishankar, CMD, Brigade Enterprises Limited , Mr. Balaram Menon, President, World Trade Center Kochi, Ms.Nirupa Shankar, Director-Brigade Group and other dignitaries. World Trade Center Kochi, a licensed member of the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA), New York will showcase the strengths of the region and state in different economic sectors such as Industry, Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Bio Technology, healthcare and others. It will complement the region to expand their businesses globally and contribute to its robust growth with the help of the strong WTC network. The iconic building measuring 7.5lakh sq.ft is spread across two towers, each of 10 stories. Mr. Menon, President WTC Kochi, welcomed the Dignitaries and Guests to the programme and said, “WTC Kochi will promote the economic region as a global destination for international business and investment by complementing the efforts of the local chambers and associations and help them to traverse the global stage." He also stated, "It will generate employment for more than 7000 persons”. Speaking on the occasion Mr. M R Jaishankar, CMD, Brigade Enterprises Limited said, “The WTC Kochi is poised to change the socio-economic scenario of the city and put Kochi prominently on the world map. It promises to change the way office spaces are viewed in the city by providing an international environment to global and Indian IT/ITes companies giving their businesses a real boost.” Mr.Ghazi Abu Nahl, Chairman of WTCA, was the Guest of Honour and he appreciated the infrastructural facilities at WTC Kochi. The Hon’ble Chief Minister Mr.Pinarayi Vijayan, inaugurated WTC Kochi by lighting the ceremonial lamp. In his inaugural address he spoke of the favourable industrial climate in Kerala and also touched upon the various industries and sectors active in the State. He also suggested WTC Kochi to carry out activities for the welfare of its surrounding community and also to focus on enhancing the skills of the workforce in Kerala. He also wished WTC Kochi the best years ahead and also congratulated the Brigade Group for their achievement. Ms.Nirupa Shankar , Director- Brigade Group proposed the ‘Vote of Thanks’. To learn more about WTC Kochi, please click on the source link below. Read More

Interactive Meeting with CSEZIA, Kochi

October 26, 2016 - KOCHI, INDIA - The WTC Kochi team led by Dr.Bose K.Nair, Vice President - WTC Bangalore & Kochi had an interactive meeting with the Committee Members of Cochin Special Economic Zone Industries Association (CSEZIA) on October 4, 2016. The meeting was convened in the presence of Dr. Safeena A.N., Development Commissioner - Cochin SEZ. Mr. K. K. Pillai, President of CSEZIA presided over the meeting. Cochin SEZ is a Special Economic Zone in Cochin, in the State of Kerala to set up export- oriented ventures. The SEZ is a foreign territory within India with special rules for facilitating foreign direct investment. The multi product Zone is run directly by the GoI India. Dr. Bose K. Nair presented the World Trade Center concept to the attendees and he also explained the services offered by WTC Kochi for Companies operating from the Special Economic Zone. The participants also clarified their queries on how a World Trade Center can facilitate their businesses especially those who are in the EXIM trade. To learn more about WTC Kochi, please click on the source link below. Read More

Doing Business with Canada

October 26, 2016 - KOCHI, INDIA - The Consulate General of Canada, Bangalore in association with TIE Kerala and World Trade Center Kochi organized a session on ‘Doing Business with Canada’ on October 4, 2016 at WTC Kochi. Mr. Stanley Gomes (Canada’s Consul & Senior Trade Commissioner for South India) addressed participants representing multiple sectors which have potential for business collaborations between these two regions. The objective of the event was to explore the opportunities in facilitating the entrepreneurial opportunities in emerging sectors such as Agritech, Energy storage, Energy efficiency, Healthcare, ICT & Telecom, Nanotechnology, Robotics,Water & Waste water. To learn more about WTC Kochi, please click on the source link below. Read More

Infopark CEO visits WTC Kochi

August 29, 2016 - KOCHI, INDIA - Mr. Hrishikesh Nair, Chief Executive Officer – Infopark & Technopark visited the World Trade Center Kochi on 26th August, 2016. Mr. Balaram Menon, President – WTC Kochi along with the WTC team had a brainstorming session with Mr. Nair and discussed possible collaboration to promote Kochi to the global stage. This was followed by an interactive session with the selected SEZ units located at Infopark which gave them an opportunity to understand how the WTC can support their businesses to grow globally. To learn more about WTC Kochi, click on the source link below. Read More

Collaborations between CCCI & WTC Kochi

August 29, 2016 - KOCHI, INDIA - The WTC Kochi team led by Dr. Bose K Nair, Vice President visited The Cochin Chamber of Commerce & Industry on 25th August, 2016 to explore possible collaborations between both the organizations. The meeting was chaired by Mr. C S Kartha, President – The Cochin Chamber of Commerce & Industry & Mr. Eapen Kalapurakal, Secretary - The Cochin Chamber of Commerce & Industry. WTC Kochi will extend complete support to the Chamber for its events & activities. To learn more about WTC Kochi, click on the source link below. Read More