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IPG’s Lodestar UM bags Orient Electric’s media mandate
MUMBAI: Following a multi-agency pitch, leading electrical solutions company, Orient Electric, part of $1.6 bn diversified Indian conglomerate CK Birla Group has appointed Lodestar UM as its media Agency On Record (AOR). A global market leader in Consumer Electricals, Orient Electric offers diverse selection of consumer products including Fans, Lighting, Switchgears and Home Appliances. The account will be handled out of Lodestar UM’s Delhi office.
Orient Electricals has been synonymous to the Indian Fan industry for over 60 years. The company is known for its world class R&D facilities and a spirit of continuous innovation and commitment to manufacture cutting-edge lifestyle electrical products. One of the first tasks for Lodestar UM would be to drive Orient Electric’s foray into the highly competitive and growth oriented LED lighting and Home Appliances category. But maintaining the numero uno position in the fan segment will continue to be the topmost priority.
Speaking on the partnership, Anshuman Chakravarty, Head Brand & Corporate Communications – Orient Electric, said, “Lodestar UM’s primary consumer interaction coupled with their media recommendations presented us with a fresh perspective of creating innovative solutions which are rooted in strong audience, cultural and technological insights. Through this intense media agency selection process Lodestar UM never ceased to excite us with their willingness to learn about the category, getting into the market to un-earth the current ground level situation and using this as a platform to deliver insights for designing our strategies.”
He further added, “Our ambition is to make Orient Electric the ‘Most Admired and Respected’ consumer electrical company in our peer group. We have very high level of expectations as well as confidence in Lodestar UM to make the difference”.
Hema Malik, COO, Lodestar UM Delhi, said, “Orient Electric is positioned at a crucial juncture in their growth path and the stakes are high. The success of our partnership will determine much of the future trajectory of the company. Lodestar UM with its proven planning process, coupled with deep insights and solutions led approach will strive to create a strong and differentiated go-to-market strategy – cutting through the clutter and me too media activities.”
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.”
