Bearings manufacturer SKF India has unveiled its first permanent sculpture at its Pune factory commissioned to commemorate its 100th anniversary milestone in India. Titled as ‘The Bearing Being’, the sculpture is created by Subodh Kerkar a renowned artist, painter, sculptor and founder of the private art gallery Museum of Goa.
The sculpture is a tribute to all employees who have been the foundation of SKF’s 100-year journey in India. Crafted from scrap metal and cast iron – including bearings and conveyor belts sourced from our factories, the sculpture starts at a width of 10 feet at the base, rises to a height 18 feet and tapers to a diameter of 6 feet. Cement reinforced concrete panels compose the base of the sculpture. Manish Bhatnagar, Managing Director at SKF India, said, “ The sculpture stands as a contemplative reflection of our 100-year legacy in India, with each piece carrying memories of our manufacturing processes, human ingenuity, and unwavering commitment to quality. Being purpose-led, the sculpture exemplifies SKF’s commitment to creating a sustainable impact on the industry and the world. We hope the sculpture creates a sense of wonderment, spark conversations and at the same time elevates the Pune campus experience for everyone, whether employees or visitors.” Subodh Kerkar, Artist, said, “ Using metals and scrap material, I wanted the sculpture to evoke the connection between humans and machines, tell the tales of triumphs over challenges, and celebrate the collective efforts of countless employees who had the courage to dream, to build, and to make their imprint. With this sculpture, you can move around and have a different visual experience from every point of view. It is a wonderful opportunity for the employees and visitors to engage with works of art.”
Nibe Limited has announced that the company will be the knowledge partner for the upcoming Maharashtra MSME Defence Expo, scheduled from the 17th to the 19th of February 2024 at Pune International Exhibition and Convention Centre. With a focus on propelling growth and facilitating strategic partnerships, the Maharashtra MSME Defence Expo will host more than 1000+ MSMEs and 20,000 students from various universities and colleges. The Expo promises to be a dynamic event featuring a showcase of state-of-the-art technologies and innovations in defence production. Attendees can expect engaging exhibitions, interactive demonstrations, and insightful discussions aimed at fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. The Expo also offers invaluable networking opportunities with industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders, facilitating discussions on crucial issues and exploring investment prospects and potential business collaborations that can drive growth and innovation in the defence sector.The Expo underscores Maharashtra’s commitment to becoming a premier hub for defence manufacturing, leveraging its skilled workforce and conducive business environment. It is a significant step towards realizing the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat in the defence sector, empowering MSMEs to contribute towards national security and economic growth.
Si Nonna’s, Mumbai’s favourite original sourdough pizza, has opened its second outlet in Mall of the Millennium, in Pune’s Wakad locality. Ayush Jatia, founder of Si Nonna’s, said, “We’re thrilled to deepen our roots in Pune with the opening of our second Si Nonna’s in the vibrant Mall of the Millennium. We’re pouring every ounce of our passion into making it a haven for authentic flavours, genuine warmth, and unforgettable moments.” So, Pune, whether you’re a seasoned pizza pro or simply craving a taste of Italy, mark your calendars! Step into the vibrant world of Si Nonna’s at Mall of the Millennium and let the flavours take you on a culinary adventure.
Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry ( FICCI ) in association with industrial development company – ARISE Integrated Industrial platforms (IIP) organized an ‘Interactive session on business opportunities in West and Central Africa’ at Pride Hotel in Pune. Mr. Reetabrata Bhattacharya , General Manager Arise IIP, Mr. Nagesh Rane, Marketing Head Arise IIP, Mr. Manis Thanawalla, Director Greenback Advisory Services Pvt led and Mr. Deepak Mukhi, Director FICCI Maharashtra State Council were present on the occassion. Nagesh Rane said that our main motto is attract exporters to come and set up their businesses in Africa. Post-covid the evolving geo- political situation presents Africa with lot of economic opportunities. The SEZ perks presents a lot of tax benefits, duties and subsidies apart from lesser transit times to western countries and freight cost. Availability of abundant raw material in some core sectors like agro processing coupled with skill training centers specially designed for product and sector presents a huge advantage. It has an impact on profit margin. Arise is present in countries with stable political environment. We have more than 10 parks all led by Indians as cluster heads adding to the convenience. Logistics including roads, ports and airports along with safety is aiding overall growth. Manis Thanawalla, Director Greenback Advisory Services Pvt led gave a presentation of financing in Africa. He talkes about finacing for machinery, term loans,ECA funding ,working capital, warehouse financing etc and the challenges around these.
