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 Government of India Ministry of Road Transport & Highways 12th Five Year Plan - (2012-17)

At present, National Highway network of about 71,772 km comprises only 1.7% of the total length of roads, but carries over 40% of the total traffic across the length and breadth of the country.
Considering the target growth rate of about + 9 %, it is estimated that the total target NH network of about 85,000 km may be considered as reasonable for the 12th Five Year Plan, for the development of the regions which are not connected by NHs.

At present, out of 71,772 km of National Highways about 24% length is of 4-lane and above standard, 52% length is of 2-lane standard and 24% length of single and intermediate standard.
As on July, 2011, 28,740 km lengths of NHs were entrusted to NHAI, 38,629 km to State PWDs and 3,565 km to BRO. As more and more works are awarded under various phases of NHDP and subsequent phases of NHDP are taken up, additional length of NHs will be transferred from State PWDs to NHAI.

Source: Report of the Working Group on Central Roads Sector

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 Transforming India's transport sector - February 2012

In most countries around the globe, the use of GPS is synonymous with in-vehicle navigation systems to give driving directions and other related information
such as street maps and points ofinterest. In India, the most common way to find directions to an unknown destination may be to roll down the car window and ask the guy on the sidewalk. However, as roads become well documented, even this is changing rapidly to mirror the trends in developed countries.

Although the use of GPS and personal navigation devices (PNDs) for finding driving directions in India has picked up only during the past 5-6 years, its use as a productivity tool has been in vogue in the enterprise world for nearly a decade. Before technology gave fleet owners the freedom to track their vehicles in real time, drivers could make unwarranted pit stops, take extra long hours for eating/sleeping and still remain undetected.

GPS enabled on-board computers to track field vehicles and wirelessly communicate that information to a software service to deliver a host of business productivity tools emerged as an enterprise software category in the early part of last decade under the broadly accepted
name of mobile resource management (MRM). This business value applied equally to everyone from owner operated small businesses to large transportation and logistics companies. According to current estimates, the total MRM revenue worldwide is estimated at a whopping USD
3-4 bn. While MRM has tremendous utility for all organisations that have mobile assets, a common view is that it does deliver a clear return on investment (ROI) for the business. A good case in point here is of a recent study by Aberdeen Group, a well known industry analyst
firm, which concluded that businesses that implemented the right MRM solution increased work order completion per employee per day by over 25 percent in two years.

Source: Source GeospatialWorld

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Aerospace Opportunities in India - December 2010

The Indian aerospace industry is one of the fastest-growing aerospace markets in the world with an expanding consumer base comprising airlines, businesses and defence requirements.
The rapid growth of this industry has attracted major global aerospace companies to India. All segments in the Indian aerospace industry, including civil and military aviation, and space are showing significant growth. India’s air passenger travel has been growing at almost 25 percent a year. According to estimates, growth in this sector will outpace the global average until 2025. India needs 856 airplanes, worth USD 72.6 billion in the next 20 years, to meet the air travel demand.
Research indicates that India will spend about USD 35 billion on military aviation over the next 20 years because most of its existing fleet needs to be replaced.

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

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Airport Opportunities in India - December 2010

India is the seventh largest country in the world and second biggest in Asia. With an area of 3.29 million square kilometres and apopulation of over one billion, it is essential that its transport infrastructure is developed to ensure the continuance of economic growth. The Indian government continues to attach high priority to improving the country’stransport infrastructure, particularly theairports.
The needs of an increasingly urban population, coupled with significant increases in industrial, trade and commercial demands have placed immense strain on the country’s transportinfrastructure.
So some of the key reasons for focussing on the airports sector in India are:
• Opportunities arising out of privatization of airports in India
• Focus on PPP models opens up many opportunities
• Focus on Tier II airports andgovernment focus to develop new and upgrade existing airports.

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

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Aviation Sector Report - December 2010

The Indian aviation industry has witnessed an impressive growth during the past few years, with major contribution from the civil aviation segment. The market has been strongly supported by the government and the private sector. Availability of skilled manpower along with favourable business environment will position India as one of the most attractive investment destinations in the coming years. It is currently the 9th largest aviation market in the world. On the basis of strong market fundamentals, it is anticipated that the civil aviation market will register more than 16 per cent CAGR during 2010-2013.
Mr Praful Patel, Union Civil Aviation Minister has stated that the airline industry in India has grown by 400 per cent in a short span of about six-and-a-half years. He said in 10 years Indian market will be the third largest aviation market after the US and China
Passengers carried by domestic airlines from January – June 2010 were 46.8 million as against 39.4 million in the corresponding period of year 2009 thereby registering a growth of 18.9 per cent - according to data released by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
In terms of market share, private carrier Jet Airways was the market leader with 19.2 per cent share, closely followed by Kingfisher Airlines with 19.1 per cent, Indigo with 17.3 per cent, National Aviation Company Limited (NACIL) with 17.1 per cent, Indigo with 16.4 per cent, SpiceJet with 13.3 per cent, JetLite with 7.0 per cent and GoAir with 6.9 per cent during the month of November 2010.

Source: India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF)

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Ports Opportunities in India - December 2010

India has a coast line of over 7000 Kms with a maritime tradition dating back several centuries. It has twelve major ports under the jurisdiction of the central government and one hundred and eighty seven non-major ports which are controlled by the respective state governments.
The port privatisation policy announced by the Government of India in October 1996 offers a number of opportunities for British companies engaged in port consultancy, construction, management and turnkey contracts. Thegeneral layout of the facilities in the older ports is outdated and the facilities are not suitable for modern cargo handling.
There is ample scope to increase the capacity of existing facilities through modernisation and improvements in productivity and construction of new berths. The value of such projects would range from £2million to £700 million.

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

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Railway Opportunities in India - December 2010

Indian Railways (IR) is the biggest state-owned public utility and is currently the fourth largest in the world after US; China and Russia. India is one of the world’s fastest-growing markets. As a part of it vision for the future, IR is attempting a shift from its traditional approach of bottleneck removal to creation of infrastructure ahead of requirement. Initiatives like construction of new lines, gauge conversion, doubling of lines, and enhancing the rolling stock manufacturing
capacity for locomotives and coaches are high on its agenda. New Greenfield manufacturing units for diesel and electrical locomotives, coaches, electric multiple units (EMUs), wheel and axles have been planned.

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

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Auto Components Sector Report - November 2010

The Indian auto component industry expects to grow by over four-fold to US$ 113 billion by 2020, said Automotive Component Manufacturers' Association (ACMA).
The total passenger car production in the country will jump four times to reach 9 million cars in the next ten years, the industry body said in its forecast report. Although a major chunk of this will come from the fast growing domestic market, exports are likely to form around 35 per cent of the total market by 2020.
"India would be among the top-five vehicle producing countries in the world by 2020," said Vinnie Mehta, Executive Director, ACMA.
As per a report by ACMA, the turnover of the auto component industry is being estimated at around US$ 26 billion in 2010-11, up 18 per cent from US$ 22 billion in 2009-10. The report states that 40 per cent of the auto component industry was dominated by body and structural products in 2009, 20 per cent by engines and exhaust, and 10 per cent each by suspension and braking parts, transmission and steering parts, electronics a d electrical and interiors. By 2015, body and structural will account for 35 per cent of the auto component industry, engines and exhaust 20 per cent, suspension and braking parts, transmission and steering parts and electronics and electrical will account for 13 per cent each and interiors 9 per cent.

Source: India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF)

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Automobiles Sector Report - November 2010

The growth of the Indian middle class along with the growth of the economy over the past few years has attracted global auto majors to the Indian market. India provides trained manpower at competitive costs making the country a favoured global manufacturing hub. The world's major car manufacturers continue to invest in India and now the supplier segment is also attracting private equity (PE) investments.
The government has claimed that the country has become the seventh largest vehicle producing nation in the world, six years ahead of the set target. According to Mr B S Meena, Secretary, Ministry of Heavy Industry, "When we were making the Auto Mission Plan (AMP) in 2006, we had projected India to become the seventh largest vehicle producing country in the world by 2016. We have already achieved this milestone good six years ahead of the set target."
According to a study by global consultancy firm Ernst & Young, the Indian market will clock the fastest compound annual growth rate between 2009 and 2020, more than double that of China and the triad of North America, Europe and Japan. India's CAGR between 2009 and 2020 is expected to be 14 per cent compared with China's 6 per cent, other emerging markets' 6 per cent (which includes BRIC nations) and the triad's four per cent.

Source: India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF)

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Airports Sector Report - October 2009

India is the seventh largest country in the world and second biggest in Asia. With an area of 3.29 million square Kms and a population of over one billion, it is essential that its transport infrastructure is developed to ensure the continuance of economic growth. The Indian government continues to attach high priority to improving the country's transport infrastructure, particularly the airports.
The importance of integrated multi-modal transport system for India cannot be overestimated. The needs of an increasingly urban population, coupled with significant increases in industrial, trade and commercial demands have placed immense strain on the country's transport infrastructure. With an emphasis on the production of high value - added goods and services such as pharmaceuticals and ICT, the need for a good quality domestic and international air transport infrastructure for passengers and cargo continues to be essential.
Primary responsibility for the development and management of airports rests with the Central/State governments. The airport sector is now increasingly opening up to the private sector. Two green-field international airports at Bangalore and Hyderabad, which were developed by the private sector on BOT (Build Operate and Transfer) basis, have already commenced operations. Also, two metro airports at New Delhi and Mumbai were privatised and handed over 30 year concession to private sector organisations Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) led by GVK group and Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL) led by GMR group.

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

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Ports and Logistics Sector Report - October 2009

An expert group set up by the Government of India (GoI) has forecasted overall port traffic to reach about 900 million MT by 2011/12 from 500m MT in 2006/07. The creation of additional port capacity and the back up infrastructure to meet traffic projection targets, GoI has announced major Initiative - Rs 550 bn (£7 bn) " National Maritime Development Project" (NMDP) on the lines of highly successful National Highway Development Programme (NHDP). The NMDP project, to be completed in next 6 years, envisages setting up of new ports, modernisation of the existing ones and connecting all ports with national highways. The Shipping Ministry also has plans to appoint a law firm to prepare a model concession agreement for Public Private Partnership (PPP) projects to be awarded on BOT basis in major ports in India.
The impact of the government policy on privatisation of ports and allowing 100% FDI has been immediate. The sector has seen significant levels of FDI from several international port developers / operators. In 1999, the government awarded the first ever concession to P&O Ports on 30 year Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) basis for operation of Nhava Sheva International Container Terminal at JNPT near Mumbai. P&O Ports (now DP World) is the largest international investor in ports in India. There are many UK companies operating successfully in this market in the areas of port consultancy, port management, material handling, port construction etc.

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

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Aerospace (Civil) Sector Report - September 2009

Aerospace Sector Advisory Group to UKTI acknowledged India as a priority market for the UK.
The Indian Aerospace (Civil) sector has for years been overshadowed by the Indian Aerospace (Defence) sector. The private Aerospace sector overshadowed by the Government-owned Aerospace sector. This imbalance is being corrected, but expectations needs to be managed with regards to the speed in which opportunities available to UK companies can translate in to business. 
For many UK companies, the relationship with the Indian Aerospace Defence sector is long and deep. For example, Rolls Royce and BAE Systems have been in India for over 70 years. India's military budget for 2009-10 is worth $28.4 bn which is a 24 per cent increase when compared to last year.
The Indian biennial air show in Bangalore, Aero India, has become a showcase for global Aerospace companies and an essential meet for their supply chains. The last Aero India, 11-15 February 2009, witnessed the Russian Mig-35, Boeing F16 and f18, Eurofighter, Dassault Rafale and Saab Gripen jostling for position in anticipation for the Indian Air Force's $11bn tender for 126 new multi-role combat fighters. 

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

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Marine Sector Report - September 2009

The Indian Shipping industry comprises more than 774 vessels (Overseas and Coastal), with a gross tonnage of 13.9 million GRT and is ranked 15th in the world.  India with a coastline of 7516 km carries about 90% of its external trade by volume and 70% by value via the sea route. The contribution of Indian Shipyards to this has been around 10%.  Predominantly government - owned, Indian shipyards suffer form poor utilisation of their assets, few orders and a high cost of manufacturing.  The net worth of many shipyards, particularly the ones under public sector control, has gradually eroded.
There are 7 government shipyards, 24 private sector shipyards and 34 Indian ship-owners.  It is estimated that about 40% of the Indian fleet are aged over 20 year old.  Current annual expenditure on import of equipment by Indian commercial shipbuilding industry (other than naval shipbuilding) is estimated at INR 2.5 billion (£31.25 million). 
Over the years, the public sector shipyards have operated in a somewhat protected market, catering only to the captive demand from various domestic shipping companies and government agencies. During the decades of 1970s & 80s, the government had made it mandatory for Indian Shipping companies to source their ships from Indian Shipyards and encouraged them to do so by subsidies and other tax concessions. A subsidy of 30% based on International price parity still continues for the shipbuilding sector. However, these fiscal measures are inadequate to give necessary boost to the still nascent industry.  Indian shipyards remain largely insulated from the present boom in shipping & the shipbuilding industry.  Lately it is seen that various shipyards are now recording an increase of exports over its domestic sales.

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

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Ports and Logistics Sector Report - May 2009

An expert group set up by the Government of India (GoI) has forecasted overall port traffic to reach about 900 million MT by 2011/12 from 500m MT in 2006/07. The creation of additional port capacity and the back up infrastructure to meet traffic projection targets, GoI has announced major Initiative - Rs 550 bn (£7 bn) " National Maritime Development Project" (NMDP) on the lines of highly successful National Highway Development Programme (NHDP). The NMDP project, to be completed in next 6 years, envisages setting up of new ports, modernisation of the existing ones and connecting all ports with national highways. The Shipping Ministry also has plans to appoint a law firm to prepare a model concession agreement for Public Private Partnership (PPP) projects to be awarded on BOT basis in major ports in India.
The impact of the government policy on privatisation of ports and allowing 100% FDI has been immediate. The sector has seen significant levels of FDI from several international port developers / operators. In 1999, the government awarded the first ever concession to P&O Ports on 30 year Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) basis for operation of Nhava Sheva International Container Terminal at JNPT near Mumbai. P&O Ports (now DP World) is the largest international investor in ports in India. There are many UK companies operating successfully in this market in the areas of port consultancy, port management, material handling, port construction etc.

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

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Aerospace (Civil) Sector Report - December 2008

Aerospace Sector Advisory Group to UKTI acknowledged India as a priority market for the UK.
The Indian Aerospace (Civil) sector has for years been overshadowed by the Indian Aerospace (Defence) sector. From being primarily a government-owned industry, the Indian aviation industry is now dominated by privately owned full-service airlines and low-cost carriers. Private airlines account for around 75 per cent share of the domestic aviation market.
For many UK companies, the relationship with the Indian Aerospace Defence sector is long and deep. For example, Rolls Royce and BAE Systems have been in India for over 70 years. India's military budget is estimated to be worth annually $21bn, about 2.2 percent of India's GDP.
The Indian biennial air show in Bangalore, Aero India, has become a showcase for global Aerospace companies and an essential meet for their supply chains. The last Aero India, 7-11 February 2007, witnessed the Russian Mig-35, Boeing F16 and f18, Eurofighter, Dassault Rafale and Saab Gripen jostling for position in anticipation for the Indian Air Force's $11bn tender for 126 new multi-role combat fighters.

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

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Airports Sector Report - December 2008

India is the seventh largest country in the world and second biggest in Asia. With an area of 3.29 million square Kms and a population of over one billion, it is essential that its transport infrastructure is developed to ensure the continuance of economic growth. The Indian government continues to attach high priority to improving the country's transport infrastructure, particularly the airports.
The importance of integrated multi-modal transport system for India cannot be overestimated. The needs of an increasingly urban population, coupled with significant increases in industrial, trade and commercial demands have placed immense strain on the country's transport infrastructure. With an emphasis on the production of high value - added goods and services such as pharmaceuticals and ICT, the need for a good quality domestic and international air transport infrastructure for passengers and cargo continues to be essential.

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

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Railways Sector Report - June 2008

Adequate infrastructure is an essential factor in the economic growth of any country. India is the 7th largest country in the world and the second largest in Asia with a landmass of 3.29 million square km and a population of over one billion. The need for adequate transport infrastructure is therefore vital. The Indian Government gives high priority to building and investing in the transport infrastructure sector, particularly in roads, ports, rail and airports. It is recognised that the Rail Sector is key to sustaining the vibrant economic growth in India. As a result of this significant investment is underway with the Private Sector taking a much bigger role than in the past.

Source: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) 

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Airports India - A Report from UKTI - May 2008

Adequate infrastructure is an essential factor in the economic growth of any country. India is the 7th largest country in the world and the second largest in Asia with a landmass of 3.29 million square km and a population of over one billion. The need for adequate transport infrastructure is therefore vital. The Indian government has attached a high priority to building and investing in the transport infrastructure sector, particularly in airports.

The importance of multi-modal transport for passengers and commodities can not be over estimated in India given the sheer size of the country and the existing varied network. The needs of an increasingly urban population, coupled with significant increases in industrial, trade and commercial demands have placed immense strain on the existing airport infrastructure.
Primary responsibility for development and management of airports rests with the Central/State governments. The airport sector is now increasingly opening up to the private sector (with two metro airport New Delhi and Mumbai being already privatised in May 2006), as the Government Of India recognises that substantial investment is needed if India is to realise its ambitious growth plans. Private sector participation is an integral part of these plans.

Source: UK Trade & Investment

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Marine - A Sector Report from UKTI - May 2008

The Indian Shipping industry comprises more than 774 vessels (Overseas and Coastal), with a gross tonnage of 13.9 million GRT and is ranked 15th in the world.  India with a coastline of 7516 km carries about 90% of its external trade by volume and 70% by value via the sea route. The contribution of Indian Shipyards to this has been around 10%.  Predominantly government - owned, Indian shipyards suffer form poor utilisation of their assets, few orders and a high cost of manufacturing.  The net worth of many shipyards, particularly the ones under public sector control, has gradually eroded.

There are 7 government shipyards, 24 private sector shipyards and 34 Indian ship-owners.  It is estimated that about 40% of the Indian fleet are aged over 20 year old.  Current annual expenditure on import of equipment by Indian commercial shipbuilding industry (other than naval shipbuilding) is estimated at INR 2.5 billion (£31.25 million). 

Source: UK Trade & Investment

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Aviation Sector Report - A Reporto from IBEF - May 2008

2007 was arguably the best growth period for India's civil aviation sector. Passengers carried by domestic airlines increased by 27.9 per cent (to 64.9 million passengers) in the first three quarters of 2007-08, against 50.74 million in the same period last year. Overall aircraft movements also increased by 23.3 per cent during April-December 2007-08, as compared to the same period in 2006-07. International movement was up by 14.8 per cent and the domestic, by 25.4 per cent. Simultaneously, overall passenger traffic increased by 25 per cent, while the freight traffic was up by 11 per cent.

Source: India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF)

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Automobiles Sector Report - a Report from IBEF - April 2008

The Indian automotive industry has witnessed an unprecedented boom in recent years, owing to the improvement in living standards of the middle class, and a significant increase in their disposable incomes. The size of the Indian automotive industry is estimated between US$ 120.09 billion and US$ 155.12 billion by 2016. The industry is expected to touch the 10 million mark, to which the Commercial Vehicle Segment will be a major contributor. Industry experts peg the Indian Automobile sales growth at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5 per cent - 13008 million vehicles - by 2010.

Source: India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF)

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Auto Components Sector Report - A Report from IBEF - April 2008

The Indian auto components industry has an estimated production of US$ 10 billion. The spiraling demand from domestic and international auto companies has seen this sector emerging as one of the fastest growing manufacturing sectors in India and globally.

The Auto components industry is predominantly divided into five segments:
·Engine parts
·Drive Transmission & Steering Parts
·Suspension & Brake Parts
·Electrical Parts
·Body and chassis

Source: India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF)

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Port and Logistic - A Report from UKTI - April 2008

An expert group set up by the Government of India (GoI) has forecasted overall port traffic to reach about 900 million MT by 2011/12 from 500m MT in 2006/07. The creation of additional port capacity and the back up infrastructure to meet traffic projection targets, GoI has announced major Initiative - Rs 550 bn (£7 bn) " National Maritime Development Project" (NMDP) on the lines of highly successful National Highway Development Programme (NHDP). The NMDP project, to be completed in next 6 years, envisages setting up of new ports, modernisation of the existing ones and connecting all ports with national highways. The Shipping Ministry also has plans to appoint a law firm to prepare a model concession agreement for Public Private Partnership (PPP) projects to be awarded on BOT basis in major ports in India.

Source: UK Trade and Investment

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Shipbuilding Sweepstakes - November 2007

Indian shipbuilders are waking up to the lucrative market a globally expanding merchant fleet is holding out.

Divay Goel, director and head of Asia Operations, Drewry Maritime Services (Asia) Pte. Ltd, Singapore, terms India's entry as opportune. After all, recent years have seen Japan, South Korea and China eclipse the traditional European shipbuilding countries. Goel points out that this Asian emergence since the early '90s was crafted through cost competitiveness.

Source: India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF)

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Automotive Industry - A Report from IBEF - October 2007

Contents

. Profile of Indian Automotive Industry
. Growth Potential of Indian Automotive Industry
. India as a Manufacturing Hub

Source: India Brand Equity Foundation

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Auto Component - A Report form IBEF - October 2007

Contents:
. Profile of Indian auto component industry
. Growth potential of Indian auto
component industry
. India as a manufacturing hub

Source: India Brand Equity Foundation

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Learning Curves - Focusing on Results in the Transport Sector of India - September 2007

Transport connects resources and markets, diversifies production, develops trade, and in so doing facilitates economic growth. can also benefit the poor.
The Government of India has made efforts to modernize, expand, and integrate transport in India. Notwithstanding the robust development outlook, billions of dollars are needed to sustain these efforts. As it improves public sector performance and accountability and acts as enabler rather than producer, the Government can mobilize private sector participation to bridge the resource gap and increase operational and managerial efficiency.

Source: Asian Development Bank

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Profile of the Indian Transport Sector - August 2007

The evident economic growth in India over the last 2 decades has increased demand for all transport services, particularly land transport via road and rail, as shown in Table 1. Vehicle ownership has increased, with the number of private motor cars growing by 16%, two wheelers by 20%, and goods vehicles by 13% per year from 1991 to 2003.
In the 1990s, as India's economy expanded by 6-7% a year (Table 1), transport demand grew by about 10% yearly.1 The rate of growth, however, varied by subsector, reflecting structural changes in demand for different modes, as well as the effect of some supply-side factors.

Source: Asian Development Bank

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Research and Development Overview - July 2007

India is fast emerging as the global research and development (R&D) hub of the world. In the past ten years the country has moved from a peripheral position in knowledge and technology sectors to being at the core of the continuous flow of people, ideas and technologies around the world. In 2006 alone, for example, 100 of the world's top R&D companies employed more than 15,000 scientists in India.

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Science and Technology Overview - July 2007

As India emerges as a globally competitive powerhouse, science and technology continues to provide the foundation on which the 21st century nation is being built.
The Indian output of science, as measured by the quality and quantity of Science Citation Index (SCI) papers, has been growing at a faster rate than the world average showing a CAGR of 8 per cent as against the global average of 4 per cent.

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