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BharatBenz onboards dentsu India as its integrated communication partner
Mumbai: BharatBenz has onboarded dentsu India as its integrated communication partner. BharatBenz, the truck and bus brand of Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, is the wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG (“Daimler Truck”). The network won the account following a multi-agency pitch.
As per the mandate, dentsu India will provide end-to-end communication solutions for BharatBenz. Dentsu Creative will be responsible for developing the brand strategy, creative campaigns, and digital content. Simultaneously, dentsu X will spearhead the media planning and buying of digital and traditional media for the brand.
Speaking on the development, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) associate VP, marketing Siddharth Kirtane said, “As we step into the second decade of BharatBenz, we looked for a strategic partner who could collaborate and resonate with the ethos of our brand. With dentsu, we found a team that is passionate, enthusiastic and eager to learn the nuances of our business. We look forward to this great partnership that will take the BharatBenz brand to the next level.”
Dentsu Creative president Indrajeet Mookerjee said, “We are extremely honoured to win the coveted mandate for BharatBenz – a highly reputed truck and bus brand from Daimler India Commercial Vehicles. In the last 10 years of BharatBenz’s journey in the Indian market, it has clearly carved its position and achieved superiority in heavy-duty truck segments. We are looking forward to partnering with the brand in its next phase of growth.”
dentsu X CEO Jose Leon commented, “It is an honor to partner with BharatBenz, a brand that stands for quality, reliability, and efficiency in the Indian commercial vehicle industry. We are confident that our integrated approach and data-driven solutions will help the brand achieve its business objectives and make BharatBenz customers even more successful. This collaboration marks the beginning of an exciting journey, and we look forward to contributing to the continued success of BharatBenz.”
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.”
