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24 Aug- 6 Sept 2006: Rs 1.6 billion changes hands
Indiantelevision.com and Spatial Access Solutions‘ newsletter — ‘Ad Accounts Action‘ — that will keep you abreast with all the creative and media accounts changing hands in the industry. Spatial Access Solutions (SAS) is India‘s first media audit firm and hence, has a keen eye on all movements in the space. ‘Ad Accounts Action‘ is brought to you once every fortnight. Given below is a listing of accounts that moved in the period 24 August – 6 September 2006. |
Account name | Incumbent | New agency | Reported annual spends in Rs |
| Media | |||
Dollar Company | Mediaedge:cia | Fifth Estate Communications (Chennai) | 15 million |
Exide brand (Exide Industries) | – | Lodestar Universal | 150-200 million |
Fun Cinemas | – | Madison Media | 60-90 million |
Pedigree (Effem India) | – | Media Direction | 100 million |
| Saregama India Ltd | – | Initiative | 120 million |
| Titan’s new venture (prescription eyewear) | – | Maxus | 100 million |
Creative | |||
| Amrutanjan Limited | – | Dentsu Communications | 60 million |
| ColorBar Cosmetics | Leo Burnett | Law & Kenneth (Delhi) | 80 million |
| Exide brand (Exide Industries) | Triton | JWT (Kolkata) | 150-200 million |
| Fun Cinemas | Marching Ants | Everest Brand Solutions | 60-90 million |
| HT Media new business newspaper | – | O&M | 80-150 million |
| J Hampstead | – | Saints & Warriors (S&W) | 50 million |
| Mumbai Mirror | Leo Burnett | David (Mumbai) | NA |
| Platinum Guild International | Contract Advertising | TBWA India (Mumbai) | 100-120 million |
| Spencer’s retail business (RPG Group) | Grey Worldwide | Rediffusion DY&R (Kolkata) | 100 million |
| Subhiksha (grocery retail chain) | – | O&M (Chennai) | 120 million combined |
| Odyssey (retail bookstore) | – | ||
| TVS Electronics | – | ||
| West Asia Maritime (Buhari Group) | – | ||
| ECCI Constructions (Buhari Group) | – | ||
| Titan’s new venture (prescription eyewear) | – | McCann Erickson (Bangalore) | 100 million |
Creative & Media | |||
AMR Infrastructure | – | Noshe Oceanic (Delhi) | 50 million combined |
Spaze real estate | – | ||
| Information compiled by Spatial Access Solutions, India‘s first Media Audit Company. For information or clarifications email: info@spatialaccess.com, www.spatialaccess.com | |||
MUMBAI: BigTrunk Communications, an integrated digital marketing agency known for driving brand transformations across industries, has been awarded the digital marketing mandate for Soframycin, one of India’s most trusted antiseptic cream brands from the EncubeEthicals portfolio. With this collaboration, Soframycin makes its debut into the digital space, aiming to amplify its presence across India through compelling social media narratives and data-led campaigns. BigTrunk will lead the brand’s digital strategy and execution, with a focus on connecting Soframycin’s legacy of trust with today’s health-conscious and digitally engaged audience.
Soframycin has been a household name for generations, widely recognized for its efficacy in treating cuts, burns, and wounds. Backed by the scientific rigor and pharmaceutical expertise of EncubeEthicals, a pharmaceutical powerhouse since 1998, the brand benefits from the expertise of over 1,400 professionals, including more than 200 R&D specialists and a robust team of quality experts. With a presence in over 50 countries, Encube’s commitment to excellence in topical formulations adds deep credibility to Soframycin’s legacy. Now, as the brand enters the digital space, BigTrunk Communications will lead the charge in reimagining Soframycin’s story—creating modern, relatable digital experiences that stay true to its heritage.
“As we take Soframycin into its next chapter of growth, embracing digital media is not just a strategy but a necessity. We wanted a partner who could translate our scientific credibility into engaging, relatable content for today’s audience,” said Soframycin vice president – marketing, Ajay Rawal. “BigTrunk’s deep understanding of healthcare communications and digital behavior makes them the ideal partner to build meaningful narratives around wound care, trust, and wellbeing.”
“Soframycin is more than a product—it’s a legacy deeply rooted in care and science,” added BigTrunk Communications founder & managing director Bharat Subramaniam. “We’re excited to take on this responsibility of guiding a heritage brand into the digital world. Our focus will be on creating contextual storytelling and purpose-driven campaigns that bring Soframycin closer to Indian families, both old and new.”
