Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry is the most important regulatory body controlling the Indo-German trade relations. The companies of both the countries interested in business with each other are required to first contact the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

History of the Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry:

Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry, established under the Indian Companies' Act VII of 1913 with its incorporation in the year 1956 is the largest German Bilateral Chamber abroad comprising of more than 6500 Indian and German members. Moreover there are 80 professionals facilitating Indo-German Business in both the countries. The Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry is absolutely indispensable and necessary for the benefits of small and medium-sized enterprises. The head office is in Mumbai, with the branch offices in different parts of India like Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata and Chennai, and a liaison office in Duesseldorf in Germany.

Management of the Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry:

The Management of the Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry comprise of 20 elected Indian and German members, who are acting industrialists and CEOs of German and Indo-German companies. The main portfolio holders of the Chamber are the President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Director General.

Activities of the Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry:

The Activities of the Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry are classified in two broad divisions like the standard services and specialized services. Other noteworthy services offered by the Chamber are-

• Business Partner Search
• Legal Information
• Debt Collection
• Investment Opportunities
• HR Recruitment Services
• Market Intelligence Services
• Event Management
• Credit Rating

The Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry offers another worldwide new service, DEinternational which is flexible enough to suit the needs of the various clients of different countries.

Current upcoming events of the Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry: The Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the present year 2007, has laid down certain lofty plans for the further benefit of the Indo German trade relations. They are like-

• From 24th to 28th September 2007 there will be a delegation from important sectors like automotive, machinery, engineering from South Hesse to different parts of India.
• The Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry will organize the world's largest international textile machinery exhibition or ITMA 2007 in Munich, which will be a rewarding platform for buyers and sellers from all over the world.
• From 6th to 11th January 2008 under the Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry a Bavarian Delegation of Automotive Suppliers will visit different cities of India.
• From 13th to 23rd September 2007 the Indo- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry will organize Indian participation, catalog show & delegation to the 62nd International Motor Show Cars, in Frankfurt.
• The Indo-German Chamber of Commerce is organizing a business delegation to Germany in September 2007, for the benefit of Indian enterprises from the Auto Components Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering Industry.

Contact Details:
Head Office:
Indo-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Maker Tower "E", 1st Floor, Cuffe Parade
Mumbai (Bombay) 400 005
Phone: (+91-22) 5665 2121
Fax: (+91-22) 5665 2120
Email: [email protected]