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Havas Media ties up with Kerala-based IMC Advertising
MUMBAI: Havas Media Group, India, has entered into a strategic partnership with IMC Advertising, a Kerala-based advertising agency to strengthen its footprint in the southern market of India.
Established in 2002, IMC Advertising Pvt Ltd is based in one of the largest commercial city, Kozhikode (Calicut). The agency is led by A.V Bhanuprakash, Managing Director, Ummer Kutty C.T.P, Executive Director and Chairman M.P Ahammed. IMC’s current client base comprises Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Malabar Developers, Eham Digital, Malabar Watches, Neerayi Food Court, Cosmos Sports & more, posing a strong regional foothold.
This strategic & business alliance will enable both agencies to maximize their clientele by bringing together synergies of philosophy and service offerings in the southern region. As part of the deal, Havas Media Group will be handling the integrated media mandate of Malabar Gold & Diamonds (an estimated business of Rs 500 million), and further consolidating its presence in the south which currently comprises of brands like Quikr, BlueStone, Swiggy, Strides Shasun, HolidayIQ, Moneyview, Darshan International & Embassy Group among others.
M. P. Ahammed commented, “IMC Advertising’s strong regional presence in collaboration with Havas’ integrated media strengths and extensive global network will further strengthen our capabilities, equip us to look beyond our current frontiers and make us an even more valued partner in India and beyond. This strategic alliance will also pave the path for the brand transformation we are undergoing at Malabar Gold & Diamond.”
Havas Media CEO – India and South Asia Anita Nayyar said, “Kozhikode is a thriving business hub and there is immense growth potential in the south. Partnering with IMC Advertising is a strong strategic move to enhance & create a broader service offering in this region.”
“IMC Advertising will give us the access to knowledge & understanding of the local market which will further bolster our operations in the south,” added Mohit Joshi, Managing Director, Havas Media Group, India.
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.
