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Sansui & Kelvinator appoint Webchutney as digital AoR
MUMBAI: Digital marketing agency Webchutney has won the digital mandate in social media for Japanese technology and appliances brands, Sansui and Kelvinator.
The objective will be to enhance existing digital marketing and consumer outreach activities online for the brands in India. So far, the only digital footprint for both brands has been their websites. The agency will also undertake complete website overhaul to propel greater awareness, reach, interactivity and engagement for both brands.
Sansui and Kelvinator chief marketing officer Arun Pal said, “In a highly competitive Indian consumer electronics landscape flooded with latest technologies, our TG remains in a constant state of flux. Our mandate is to keep pace with and engage consumers in a language they understand using a medium they thrive in, and gain a 360 degree foothold in the digital medium in 2012. The way forward is to socially integrate Sansui and Kelvinator with the masses and increase brand visibility online across social mediums.”
Webchtuney CEO Sidharth Rao said, “We are delighted to have the opportunity to partner with the two well known and fast-moving brands-Sansui & Kelvinator, that have emerged as strong players in the consumer durables industry over the last few years .We will be drawing on our extensive experience in creating best-in class, innovative designs and thought-provoking branding communications to achieve desired positioning and establish an indispensible relationship with their audience for both brands.”
As a digital partner and consultant, Webchutney will establish social outreach and engagement for both brands to begin with. Both brands have announced the launch of their official interactive Facebook pages, while Sansui has also launched its official Twitter page and YouTube channel, powered by Webchutney.
Webchutney vice president – operations Saket Vaidya said, “Our strategy is to build relevant, impactful digital experiences to empower both brands and enhance their recall value through various digital activations and touchpoints including website development, creative media and social outreach, search engine optimization, web/mobile applications, viral marketing and other campaign collaterals in a bid to convert consumer preference to brand advocacy and drive greater connect and affiliation with the brands.”
Brands
Raj Cooling Systems launches Agreyas appliances brand
Emraan Hashmi named brand ambassador for consumer appliance push.
MUMBAI: A company known for cooling solutions is now heating up its ambitions in the home appliances market. Raj Cooling Systems Pvt. Ltd. has launched a new consumer appliances brand, Agreyas, marking its entry into India’s rapidly expanding home appliances sector valued at more than Rs 1.5 lakh crore. The move represents a strategic diversification for the company, which has traditionally focused on cooling solutions for residential, commercial and industrial applications. Through Agreyas, the firm plans to tap into growing consumer demand for energy efficient and technology driven household appliances.
To build brand visibility, Agreyas has appointed Emraan Hashmi as its brand ambassador. The campaign has been developed under the banner of Zoommantra Productions, with actor and filmmaker Rohit Roy contributing to the creative direction.
The brand’s initial portfolio will include mid premium air conditioners, washing machines, geysers and other white goods designed to cater to modern Indian households seeking efficient and reliable appliances.
Raj Cooling Systems, founder and chairman Kalpesh Ramoliya said the launch aligns with the company’s broader expansion plans.
“The launch of Agreyas is in line with our vision to build a strong presence in India’s consumer electronics and home appliances market. The brand has been developed as a standalone identity to meet the evolving needs of Indian consumers,” he said.
Hashmi said the collaboration comes at a time when Indian buyers are increasingly looking for innovative and functional home solutions.
“I’m looking forward to working with Agreyas at a time when consumers are seeking more innovative and efficient home products. The brand reflects changing consumer behaviour around functionality, innovation and ease of use,” he said.
Raj Cooling Systems plans to invest around 10 million dollars in developing the brand, with an additional 5 million dollars earmarked over the next three to five years for product development and distribution expansion.
Agreyas will follow a multi channel distribution approach, selling through online platforms, retail outlets and dealer networks aimed at both urban and semi urban markets across India.
With the launch, the company is positioning Agreyas as a standalone consumer facing brand while continuing to leverage its existing manufacturing, engineering and research capabilities built through its core cooling solutions business.
