Ubifrance and the French Trade Commission in India in collaboration with the French Nautical Industries Federation is organizing a French Pavilion during the Mumbai International Boat Show 2012 from 23rd to 26th February, 2012 ; bringing together 6 leading French companies specializing in the pleasure boating industry, in safety & surveillance as well as in desalination systems. The objective is to meet and network with the leading players and decision makers from the Indian boating industry and to forge business opportunities. India represents a burgeoning market with substantial growth potential. Fascinated by India’s growth rate of 8-9%, international luxury brands of repute are flocking to India for business development. The French Pavilion gathers leading companies specializing in yacht charter services, construction of luxury catamarans, safety & surveillance systems and dual energy desalinating machines. The French Pavilion offers an ideal occasion for these companies to promote their state-of-the-art, luxury boats and share their technological expertise with professionals in Indian boating industry. List of companies participating at the French Pavilion: Bateaux Archambault, for over 50 years has been producing character sailing yachts appreciated all over the world. 60% of the production is exported through an international network of distributors. Located near Châtellerault, close to main transport routes, the ship yard is just 1h30 from Paris and 2hrs from the Atlantic coast. Website: www.archambault-boats.eu Catana is a French boat builder of top-of-the-range luxury catamarans. CATANA catamarans, the ultimate experience of speed, are among the fastest selling catamarans in the global market. The brand value proposition consists of performance/safety, high technology construction, luxury and semi-custom built to owner’s specifications. It is one of those boat builders who include standard carbon fibers, twaron aramid fiber and infusion process in the construction of the boats. Its range includes 42 to 80 feet long boats (42’, 47’, 50’, new 59’, 65’ and customs units 75’ & 80’). Website: www.catana.com CSO Yachts specializes in charter, brokerage and management of luxury yachts. Based in Cannes, the heart of the French Riviera, one of the world’s most praised cruising grounds, CSO Yachts offers the best of its expertise to its customers for successful completion of their yachting projects. With over 50 years of experience in providing consultancy services, CSO YACHTS’ has made its mark in the global yachting industry. Website: www.csoyachts.com Dessalator, for over 30 years has been manufacturing reverse osmosis systems for many shipyards such as Amel, Beneteau Group, Alliaura Marine, Outremer Yachting, X-Yachts, Hanse Yachts, Princess and so on.  Around 8,000 water management systems are already installed around the world. The one of its kind, DUO models,  are patented dual-energy desalinating machines produced by Dessalator. Dessalator manufactures a wide range of these products with output capacities from "60 L/H to 1,000 L/H". Website: www.dessalator.com Nautitech  is one of the major players in world of catamaran. Renowned for its pleasing aesthetics, Nautitech boats are high in quality, fast and secure. In 2011 and 2012, two new units were launched, the Nautitech 542 and the Nautitech 482 reflecting the latest luxury trends and best performance levels. Website: www.nautitech-catamarans.fr ,  www.ocean-voyager.net Seagull-Security has made its mark as a major player in the market of products and services dedicated to safety and surveillance at sea. Their new beacon, the most compact and ergonomic on the market, has instantly established itself as a leading product. Thanks to the miniaturization of its electronic components and it’s ingenious design, which differs from existing beacons, it has overcome many technical and operational barriers to offer maximum safety and comfort when using it. It offers innovative responses to the limitations of traditional beacons. Website: www.seagull-security.com In 2011, the Mumbai International Boat Show welcomed about 100 exhibitors and 15,000 visitors over the duration of the show. Following this success, the sixth edition of India’s largest international boat show will offer a platform for world-class conferences, great networking opportunities, and state-of-the-art technology exhibits from national and international players. The French companies from boating industry are committed to identify new opportunities and chalk out strategies for business collaborations. Come and meet them at Stand A3, MMRDA Grounds, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Mumbai! About The French Nautical Industries Federation (FIN) The French Nautical Industries Federation represents and promotes different sectors of the French nautical industries both at home and abroad. The FIN currently has more than 600 members, representing more than 80% of the industry’s turnover. In collaboration with the authorities at the regional, national, and European level, the French Nautical Industries Federation assists and advises companies in a number of domains: legal, social, economic and technical, and plays a role in providing information to the public and media. The Federation organizes the Paris International Boat show, Cannes International Boat and Yacht Show, and Maritima, a trade show dedicated to the global maritime industry. About Ubifrance: UBIFRANCE is the French agency for international business development, a key public partner in export for French companies. It’s complete range of services include providing information (on markets, legal, regulatory, international financing, calls to tender, sector watch), export consulting, sales actions (prospecting missions, partnership meetings, trade events abroad, communication in the international press, etc.) and the Volunteers for International Experience (Volontariat International en Entreprise – VIE) for the international deployment of skilled human resources. To support French companies of all sizes and all sectors in their development on foreign markets, UBIFRANCE mobilizes the expertise of 2,500 persons in France (Paris and Marseille) and in 120 other countries through its Missions Economiques, clubs and associations, and a network of Press Services. For further information, please contact: Shilpa PATIL Trade Advisor Lifestyle, Consumer Goods & Healthcare Department French Trade Commission Consulate General of France, Mumbai Tel: +91 22 66 69 40 83 Email: shilpa.patil@ubifrance.fr Press Contact: Deepika PRAKASH Press Officer French Trade Commission Embassy of France, New Delhi Tel: +91 11 43 19 63 51 Email: deepika.prakash@ubifrance.fr  

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« Elle », the French fashion label enters India through a "Licensee" Elle (Groupe Lagardère Active) , the French ready-to-wear & fashion accessories brand for women has signed a Franchise agreement with Arvind Lifestyle Brands , a leading Indian ready-to-wear brand. According to Mr. J. Suresh, Director of Arvind Brands, "The Indian market for western ready-to-wear for women is booming. By introducing " Elle " an international upmarket brand our company has an early bird advantage in the Indian market." The first Elle brand stores are planned in Delhi, Bangalore and Chandigarh in April 2012. The project is to open stores in the malls, high-streets and shop-in-shops in department stores in India. Arvind Brands already represents international brands like Arrow, Izod, Gant, Polo US. The Indian ready-to-wear & fashion accessories market is estimated at EUR 26 billion of which 12 billion (46%) for men’s ready-to-wear, 10 billion (38%) for women’s ready-to-wear and 4 billion (15%) for ready-to-wear for children and teenagers. The annual growth rates in value for the three segments are respectively +13%, +16% and +17%.   Roberto Cavalli arrives in India Roberto Cavalli has signed a partnership with Infinite Luxury for the development of its brand in India. The first store of the Italian brand is planned, with a surface area of 350 m², on the ground floor of DLF Emporio, a luxury shopping mall in New Delhi. The store will have the complete collection of the brand’s ready-to-wear for men, women & children, leather goods, shoes, watches, sunglasses, jewelry ... Infinite Luxury, a company created by the renowned Indian designer Manav Gangwani in collaboration with an entrepreneur based in Dubai will also be the franchisee of "Cavalli Café" in India. The Indian market for ready-to-wear & fashion accessories is estimated at EUR 26 billion of which 12 billion (46%) for men’s ready-to-wear, 10 billion (38%) for women’s ready-to-wear and 4 billion (15%) for ready-to-wear for ready-to-wear for children and teenagers. The annual growth rates in value for the three segments are respectively +13%, +16% and +17%.

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H.E. Mr. François Richier, Ambassador of France in India visited the French Pavilion on Plastindia Trade Show – Hall 11 this morning (Friday, Feb 3rd 2012). At his arrival, he was guided by representatives of Messe Düsseldorf both from India and German offices. This has given him the occasion of meeting the eleven French companies, leaders in their sectors, understanding their technologies and innovations and discussing their current or prospective business in India. Organised by Ubifrance, the French Pavilion is the perfect platform for building strong partnerships between France and India, bringing together professionals and specialists from the plastics industry . Exhibiting their latest innovations in the fields of extrusion, marking tools, profiles, instrumentation and other machines and equipment, the French companies were delighted to receive their ambassador and expose their strategy in India.  

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  Ubifrance and the French Trade Commission in collaboration with Syndicat National Lunettes de France ( www.lunettes-de-france ) - the French Association for eyewear is setting up a French Pavilion at Optic India 2012, being held from 28th to 30th January, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. These French companies are looking forward to showcase their latest eye-wear collection and evaluate business opportunities in the Indian optical industry. The French Pavilion at the trade show brings together 9 leading companies from the French eye-wear industry. This presence includes Look Vision, Morel, Opal, Oxibis, Visioptis, Yves Cogan, Zilli and Francis Klein specializing in design and manufacture of top quality frames, sunglasses and licensing of some of the world renowned eye-wear brands. The Pavilion offers a comprehensive platform for these companies to showcase their creative, state-of-the-art collections and share their expertise and professional know-how in the growing optics sector. Featuring brands like New Man, Xenith, Le Tanneur, Crobs and Le Ducat , Look Vision offers a collection of spectacular and trendy eye-wear. Morel , a benchmark company in the French optical industry has as many as 8 brands to offer: Koali, Oga, Nomad, LT, Marius Morel, Rebel and Tatoo . The entire Morel range, manages best to present uncommon luxury, synonymous of fascination and timeless elegance. Opal, a European leader in providing trendy eye-wear for children and adolescents will present its different brands: Hello Kitty will present its latest eye-wear collection for children, New York Yankees will present their latest designer collection to complement urban fashion and Arrow will showcase their recently launched stylish yet elegant sportswear range. Oxibis , a renowned name in the French eye-wear industry, offers brands like Exalto , a leading name in designer eye-wear and Dilem frames with interchangeable temples. Visioptis offers designer brands like Enrico Cecchi, Banana Moon, Vilebrequin and Everest . With prime focus on innovation and quality, they have made their mark in the eye-wear industry. Yves Cogan presents the latest easy-to-wear frames with their Cogan Power Design Collection. House of ZILLI , a well-known name for designer sportswear in France, has recently launched its line of high-end eye-wear collection. Eric Jean, a renowned French designer and optician, partnered with Zilli to craft some of the most exquisite, titanium metal frames in different styles. Hand-made in France, with creative shapes like oval, round, butterfly etc. and a wide-range of special colours, Francis Klein frames are famous all around the world. In addition to these major French eye-wear brands, organizing committee of SILMO , an international optics and eyewear exhibition will also be present at the French Pavilion. This trade fair takes place every year in Paris bringing together the global eye-wear and optical industry under one roof. Estimated at US $ 2 billion, the Indian optics sector has seen an annual growth of 30% in the last few years. The Indian market holds substantial growth potential for optical industry professionals worldwide. France is the 4th largest exporter of opticals in the world. The French optical and eye-wear industry has regularly stood out in the fields of innovation, technology, industrial efficiency and creativity. Thanks to its marketing commercial flair that allows it to offer glamorous and desirable brands that resonate positively in the consumers’ minds. The participating French companies are committed to bring to India, top brands of eye-wear with high tech features and contemporary designs. Optic India 2012 indeed provides an excellent opportunity for French exhibitors to meet the main players of the Indian optical industry - the policy and decision makers, buyers and main retailers to identify new opportunities and challenges and chalk out strategies for business collaborations.   About Lunettes de France: LUNETTES DE FRANCE is the national organization of the French eyewear industry.  It upholds the values and specificities of the manufacturers that subscribe to the same professional ethics and share our recognized know-how. Lunettes de France represents more than 70 companies based primarily in regions of Oyonnax and Jura; Jura being historically the centre for the manufacture of eyewear in France. Since 2007, several contacts have been established between the French and Indian markets with the French delegations visits to India. An Indian delegation also went to France to attend Silmo World optical salon, a major exhibition for this industry and also visited several production sites there in France. LUNETTES DE FRANCE is committed to promote dynamism, creativity and know-how of French Eyewear Companies worldwide. For further information, please contact: Sébastien ANDRIEUX Head of Lifestyle, Consumer Goods & Healthcare Department French Trade Commission Consulate General of France, Mumbai Tel: +91 22 66 69 40 95 Email: sébastien.andrieux@ubifrance.fr   Press Contact: Deepika PRAKASH Press Officer French Trade Commission – Ubifrance Embassy of France, New Delhi Tel: +91 43 19 63 51 Email: deepika.prakash@ubifrance.fr Here is the list of participating companies: Francis Klein - http://www.francisklein.com Look Vision - http://www.look-vision.fr Morel - http://www.morel-france.com Opal - http://www.opal.fr Oxibis - http://www.oxibis.com Visioptis - http://www.visioptis.com Yves Cogan - http://www.yvescogan.com Zilli -  http://www.zilli.fr        

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January 2012 – The boom in data transmission and storage capacity has given rise to cloud computing, where calculations and data are scattered in a universe that is no longer directly accessible to customers, who instead buy processing activities in the same way that one might buy electricity. Three levels of offerings are available: Externally hosted IT infrastructure (IaaS = Infrastructure as a Service); Ready-to-use environments (PaaS = Platform as a Service); and Standardized shared applications sold as services (SaaS = Software as a Service). Revenue from the global market for cloud computing services totaled US$68.3 billion in 2010, while in Europe, the cloud computing market surged 20% and may account for almost 15% of the European software and services market by 2015. The French market was worth €1.85 billion in 2010, of which €672 million were generated by SMEs, and continues to grow strongly. It is set to exceed €2 billion in 2011 and may account for more than 6% of the French software and services market by 2012 (estimate by Nexima). Alongside international operators such as Microsoft, Google, HP, AT&T and IBM, France is home to numerous companies, including ATOS, Cap Gemini, Steria, Orange and SFR. ATOS has recently established Yunano, a joint venture with Chinese company Ufida, to market cloud-based management software and associated services. French software publisher Systancia, with bases in the Alsace and Ile-de-France regions, is a market leader in Europe for application/workstation user environment virtualization. France provides new entrants with a growth-friendly environment. French legislation affords a high level of protection for data and data processing; in particular, regulations governing encryption (Act 2004-575 of June 21, 2004 and Decree 2007-663 of May 2, 2007) cover concerns relating to the sensitivity of data entrusted to cloud computing centers. New entrants include US company Joyent, established in Ile-de-France (Paris region) in 2010, which provides IaaS to LinkedIn, Disney, CNN, Facebook, Yahoo and vente-privee.com, and open-source PaaS to publishers, hosting companies and specialist computer services companies such as Dell and First Service. This pioneering cloud computing start-up is now competing with cloud-based offerings from companies such as Amazon EC2 and Microsoft Azur. In 2010, Dell entered into an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) agreement with Joyent to use its “smart technologies” to offer “turnkey” clouds hosted on its servers. France has eight innovation clusters involved in cloud computing: Cap Digital and System@tic (Ile-de-France), Elopsys (Limousin), Images et réseaux (Brittany/Pays de la Loire), Imaginove and Minalogic (Rhône-Alpes), Secure Communication Solutions (Provence-Alpes-Côte-d’Azur) and the e-secure transaction cluster TES (Basse-Normandie). In 2011, the French Government issued an initial call for projects dedicated to cloud computing R&D as part of its “National Investment Program”. Five projects will receive state aid (€19 million): a software engineering platform (CloudForce project, Orange Labs), an application porting scheme (CloudPort project, Prologue, an SME), a high-performance software infrastructure (Magellan project, Bull), a community cloud ( Nu@age project, Non Stop Systems, an SME), and a higher education establishment cloud (UnivCloud project, INEO). The French Federation of Software Publishers (Association Française des Editeurs de Logiciels – AFDEL) has set up a website ( www.investirdanslenumerique.fr ) to simply the procedure for project owners when submitting project for “National Investment Program” funding. According to David Appia, Chairman & CEO of the Invest in France Agency, “France is a growth market for high-tech and innovative companies, particularly in the cloud computing sector, where the leading players are already here doing business. The French government’s “National Investment Program” is providing a boost to a dynamic network of partnerships created by France’s innovation clusters through its funding offers for projects involving IT system designers, telecoms operators, software publishers, technology integrators, research laboratories and innovative SMEs.” The Invest in France Agency (IFA) is the national agency responsible for promoting and facilitating international investment in France. It also coordinates initiatives to promote France’s economic attractiveness. The IFA network operates worldwide. In France, the IFA works in partnership with regional development agencies to offer international investors outstanding business opportunities and customized services. For further information, please visit www.investinfrance.org   For further information, please contact: Dominique FRACHON Managing Director Invest in France Agency (India) Embassy of France in India 2/50 E Shantipath Chanakyapuri - 110 021 New Delhi Tél. : +91 (0) 11 43 19 63 05 - Fax : +91 (0) 11 43 19 63 09 dominique.frachon@investinfrance.org www.investinfrance.org/India  

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BES Expo 2012, International Conference and Exhibition on Terrestrial & Satellite Broadcasting, is being organized by the Broadcast Engineering Society of India  from 11th to 13th February 2012 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi . The event will host a French Pavilion, organized by UBIFRANCE, French agency for international development , bringing together leading companies from the French broadcast industry . The participating French companies are looking forward to showcase their high-tech broadcast solutions and evaluate business opportunities in the Indian market.  The French Pavilion at the trade show brings together 6 renowned companies from the French broadcast industry. This presence includes companies such as DIGIDIA, NEOGROUPE, NETIA, RAMI AUDIO, WINMEDIA and AETA AUDIO SYSTEMS. The main objective is to promote advancement and dissemination of knowledge & practices of broadcasting in the field of Radio & TV and to share their expertise with broadcast engineering professionals in India. The Pavilion offers a comprehensive platform for these companies to showcase their innovative, state-of-the-art technology and share their expertise and professional know-how in the growing media & broadcast industry. Here is a brief profile of all the participants of the French Pavilion (HALL 12 booth No 92-93) : DIGIDIA : Digidia specializes in Digital Radio Transmission. Digidia is a member of DRM and World DMB consortium. Their product portfolio consists of: - DRM30/DRM+:  Content Servers and Modulators and Professional Receivers - Synchronous FM: Head End and Decoders - DAB/DAB+/DMB: Multiplexers, Encoders and IP Gateways, Monitoring Equipment and Professional Receivers Digidia covers transmission of all European Digital Radio Standards and the Synchronous FM through Single Frequency Networks which prevents disturbances when moving from one area to another. Digidia is an R&D orientated company with excellence in COFDM modulation and IP transport technology. DIGIDIA delivers complete systems as well as OEM modules and specific projects. Website: www.digidia.fr NEOGROUPE : Founded in 2002, NeoGroupe specializes in manufacture of software applications for Radio and Television broadcast systems.  The company develops standard and tailor-made applications used in various high-profile talk shows as well as major public organizations worldwide. Their applications feature intuitive functionality which enhances the workflow between individuals in a business environment. These applications include contest management, call screening, SMS/Facebook/Twitter/Iphone Apps, budgeting, purchase and hardware inventory solutions. NeoGroupe also has a custom application division developing customized solutions for media industry clients and a range of interactive applications like programming, sales, production, broadcasting, verification, notifications, and more. Website: www.neogroupe.com NETIA : A GlobeCast company, is a leading provider of software solutions that enable efficient management and broadcast of content. With more than 10,000 users and 200 installations in more than 40 countries, NETIA solutions allow content producers and owners to manage content from ingest to delivery, targeting multiplatform outlets including the Internet, VOD, IPTV services, and mobile devices. Website: www.netia.net RAMI AUDIO : Rami have been designing, building and selling audio devices for radio and TV broadcasting industry for over 30 years. Their product range includes mixing desk, headphone amplifiers, broadcasting equipment, microphone control desk, audio signal routing, telephone hybrids, digital analogue, audio signal detectors, analogue voice over for advertising and many more.  Some of these devices can be connected and controlled from a distance using IP. Rami specialises in providing reporter USB decks for voice off in video edition. Many TV organizations use the PJO series desks. The mixer radio RP500 has been specially designed for the Indian market. It includes seven universal inputs with line and microphone, a USB input for diffusion digital, three analogue outputs for the antenna, recording and listening booth. The RP500 also features an AES EBU digital output. The format is very compact and fitted with the latest generation technology. Website: www.ramiaudio.com WINMEDIA : WinMedia offers affordable radio and TV software solutions with differnt modules and functionalities to meet all the needs of a Broadcast chain like Recording, editing, music scheduling, traffic advertising, playout, and logger and automatic podcasting. WinMedia has now released the latest version of its automation software, WinMedia 2.12 which now allows to manage the cross Media with the video contents. Keep in view the convergence of media (radio, TV, web, podcast), the company has developed integrated tools for multiple media management in its software Suite. The users will be able to manage FM radio, HD radio, SD TV, HD TV, web radio, web TV, together in the same software! The Indian media sector has been amongst the fastest growing sectors in the country over the last two decades. India is currently on the threshold of an entertainment revolution spawned by economic liberalization and the subsequent advent of broadcast industry. Given the emphasis on rapid developments in this field, the French companies from media and broadcast industry are committed to identify new opportunities and challenges and chalk out strategies for business collaborations. Website: www.winmedia.org AETA AUDIO SYSTEMS : Based at Le Plessis Robinson, Paris (France), AETA Audio Systems is a leading international manufacturer of portable sound recording units, mixers and advanced audio codecs, optimized for any kind of media and transmission infrastructure. The label “Made by AETA” is a synonym for high quality and rapid return on investment. With its strong commitment for innovation, the company has an outstanding history of launching innovative high-tech solutions in the industry. AETA is a co-founder of the Audio-Over-IP experts group, a community of industry partners with the common intention to support interoperability between audio codecs. Website: www.aeta-audio.com About Ubifrance: UBIFRANCE is the French agency for international business development, a key public partner in export for French companies. It’s complete range of services include providing information (on markets, legal, regulatory, international financing, calls to tender, sector watch), export consulting, sales actions (prospecting missions, partnership meetings, trade events abroad, communication in the international press, etc.) and the Volunteers for International Experience (Volontariat International en Entreprise – VIE) for the international deployment of skilled human resources. To support French companies of all sizes and all sectors in their development on foreign markets, UBIFRANCE mobilizes the expertise of 2,500 persons in France (Paris and Marseille) and in 120 other countries through its Missions Economiques, clubs and associations, and a network of Press Services.   For further information, please contact: Iwona KUCZMA Head of ICT, Services & Aerospace Department French Trade Commission Consulate General of France, Mumbai Tel: +91 22 66 69 40 72 Email: iwona.kuczma@ubifrance.fr   Press Contact : Deepika PRAKASH Press Officer French Trade Commission Embassy of France, New Delhi Tel: +91 11 24 19 63 51 Email: deepika.prakash@ubifrance.fr  

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  PLASTIPOLIS, a leading plastics innovation cluster from France participates at the Plastindia 2012 trade show being held from 1 st to 6 th February 2012 in New Delhi. Plastipolis brings together around 300 members including leading companies, R&D centres, training centres and institutional investors, working collaboratively, to address specific issues in any part of the plastics industry value chain. The main aim is to facilitate availability of resources to small and medium-sized businesses and promotion of French expertise in the field of plastics engineering on an international level. Plastipolis has set-up different lines of R&D to show strong potential in implementing new ideas and concepts to improve performance in different industry segments. Besides materials, composites, machines and processes, the research work also includes micro-plastics engineering projects for developing products with specialized functions that can be used in various applications like electronics and communications. Eco-plastics engineering is another field of research, integrating a comprehensive developmental approach, to manage design, manufacture and use of these products. The cluster carries out 80 different R&D projects, for a total amount of 180 million Euros. Plastipolis is also involved in 15 other projects with European counterparts. Plastipolis strives to make its mark in the global plastics industry. The cluster encourages innovation and is developing new R&D projects keeping in mind the market needs and the companies’ requirements. Latest management processes and communication channels are being adopted to ensure proper management of cluster activities. New training procedures and advanced operations have been implemented to create innovative products and services delivery. Plastipolis aims to create a strategic approach to R&D and facilitate French plastics engineering firms, working collaboratively, to develop high calibre workforce and infrastructure to deliver good quality and innovative products to accelerate international cooperation. Do not miss the opportunity to meet Plastipolis on the French pavilion, Hall 11 stand B33! For any further information: PLASTIPOLIS Ms Caroline PIN Tel: +33 (0)4 74 12 19 23 Email: caroline.pin@plastipolis.fr Website: www.plastipolis.fr    

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