Welcome to Kerala

Kerala unfolds its wealth of resources and opportunities to showcase to the world the unlimited investment opportunities available in the state.

Kerala comes alive as an investment destination.

About FOCUS KERALA- WORLD INVESTORS MEET 2009

In the Business ofdeveloping the State

Vision of Kerala Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI)

We will endeavour to transform the state of Kerala to a vibrant economy with inclusive growth that emulates world standards in every sphere.

A commitment to place Kerala in the forefront of investment destinations

The Kerala Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the nodal body of the Industrial and Business fraternity of the state have always been in the forefront in building a positive and conducive environment for business and industrial growth in the state for the last 6 decades. The Chamber also provides avenues of rehabilitation to NRIs returning to their homeland due to the global meltdown by providing investment opportunities and employment avenues.

Kerala offers an untapped treasure of opportunities in its rural areas. Vast natural resources, skilled and literate manpower, a pro-active government that realizes the need for infrastructure and local self-governments that support ventures have opened new areas of investments. The Chamber believes that the strength of the state lies in its Panchayaths.

KCCI initiated a study to evaluate the opportunities for investment and growth in the rural areas. A team of economists conducted a survey in all the 999 Panchayaths of the state and has compiled a report titled 'Investment opportunities in the state of Kerala'. The report has identified a large number of projects in various sectors that offer a good potential for investment. The projects identified include Panchayath level investments ranging from Rs. 5 lakhs to major infrastructure projects.

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FOCUS KERALA – WORLD INVESTORS MEET 2009 is a unique initiative of the Kerala Chamber of Commerce and Industry to bring together investors from all over the world and showcase the opportunities for 'Responsible Investments in the State'.

Unlimited Opportunities

Unlimited Potential

Kerala - a leading investment friendly state

Kerala offers the best factors for realizing responsible investments. They include the following:

Skilled Man Power

• Kerala promotes a host of colleges, technical and management institutions, medical and engineering colleges that offer national standards in excellence.
• The state offers quality talent in technical and non-technical areas of academics.
• Kerala has the highest number of skilled manpower when compared with other states of India.

Population Characteristics

• Kerala is India's first and fully literate state with highest HDI (Human Development Index).
• Kerala has higher living standards and the rate of population growth is the lowest when compared to other states of India.

Infrastructure

• Kerala has 4 National Highways, 3 International Airports and a Railway line that runs from the north to the southern tip of the state.
• Cochin Port is one among the major ports of India and facilitates international trade with connectivity to the hinterland through NH 47, NH 17, NH 220 and NH 49. Rail access through Konkan and Southern Railway is also available.
• Kerala has the highest telephone density in the country with 35 connections per sq.kms.
• Kerala offers the best medical care at affordable rates.
• The state has abundant hydro-potential in power production and is in the process of leveraging other forms for greater self-sufficiency in power generation.
• The upcoming International Container Transshipment Terminals at Vallarpadom and Vizhinjam will surely change the business and development scenario in the state.

Current market scenario

• People of Kerala have higher purchasing power that signifies the presence of major international brands in the market.
• Consumers are more 'quality-conscious'. Every purchase is finalized after studying the reputation of the brand.
• Kerala's consumer appreciates quality offers at economy rates.

Business Conclaves & Conferences

• There would be 11 Business Conclaves based on the selected sectors during the two-day meet.
• The delegates attending the meet have the option of selecting their interested sectors.
• Each conclave will present the opportunities and projects available in the respective sectors. Ministers, senior government officials, policy makers and businessmen will make presentations on various sectors.
• Project reports with details pertaining to the sector, project size, locations etc. will be available at the meet.
• Delegates will have the opportunity to interact and have detailed meetings before signing the MOUs.
• The conference will offer opportunities for meetings and interactions with Ministers, policy makers and other business men.

Exhibitions

An exclusive exhibition section will have stalls by the following segments.

• Sponsors.
• Banks and financial institutions showcasing the products and services available to the investors.
• Government agencies to give information and help investors for speedy initiation of the projects.
• Panchayaths showcasing the various projects available in their area.
• Businesses and Entrepreneurs looking for investments, joint ventures and partnerships.