Godrej commits to shaping the Future through Incessant Innovation

Mumbai, 7 May, 2015: Godrej Group, shaping the future since 1897, today reiterated the commitment to making an impact on people, country and planet on the occasion of its 118th birth anniversary. Since 7th May 1897, Godrej has been instrumental in making lives brighter through a series of inventions that have combined pioneering science and engineering with a larger social purpose. Today 600 million Indians use some Godrej product. What started with just locks is today one of India’s most trusted and loved brands spanning Animal feeds to Aerospace. In 2015, Godrej is harnessing newer technologies and a world class design led approach to create matchless experiences for the discerning new age customers.

On this occasion, Adi Godrej, Chairman, Godrej Group said, “Godrej has had a tremendous journey since 1897. Our founder, Mr. Ardeshir Godrej, started the Group making locks. However, his primary intent, in the words of our current Prime Minister, was ‘Make in India’. Since then there have been a lot of innovative endeavours in the Group. The three innovations that I am most proud of are the making of one of the earliest soap in the world from vegetable oils, supplying to the Indian nuclear program and the cryogenic engine to the Indian space program which eventually propelled the recent Mars mission – Mangalyaan and the very recent innovation of Good Knight Fast Card which is an affordable (Rs. 1), easy to use, and popular, mosquito repellent which I think will help control Malaria and Dengue over the years to come. On the birthday of the Group, we dedicate ourselves to continuing this journey of innovation and manufacturing excellence.”

Tanya Dubash, Chief Brand Officer, Godrej Group said, “The Godrej Group is proud of the pioneering and innovative spirit that has shaped our journey and driven us to strive to be ever brighter in all that we do. On our 118th anniversary, we reiterate our promise of innovating relentlessly in every sphere that we operate, to re-enforce the trust placed in us and to make the lives of 600 million people that we touch even brighter.”

Nadir Godrej, Managing Director, Godrej Industries and Chairman, Godrej Agrovet said, “the Godrej family feels that everything we do should have a purpose, it should help the nation, it should help society at large as well as help to save the planet. We have often looked beyond financial objectives and looked at our business with a larger purpose. On this birthday of Godrej I wish the Group and its extended family much success in coming years in fulfilling its objectives.”

Navroze Godrej, Executive Director, Strategy and Innovation, Godrej & Boyce said, “happy birthday Godrej Group and its family. We have great dreams and aspirations for you. Godrej has grown on a very long tradition of quality in everything we do whether it is in our businesses or its contribution back to our society. We cement that tradition today with our businesses and with the products that we make.”

Shireesh Joshi, Head, Strategic Marketing, Godrej Group, said, “We are celebrating 118 years of innovation across diverse verticals of consumer goods, durables, real estate, agriculture products, chemicals, aerospace, manufacturing and retail. We now have the next generation of products that redefine many of our categories like NXW refigerators, Good Knight Fast Card, I-sense biometric mortise lock just to name a few. Our inspiration and purpose emanates from the same source: the 600 million and growing family of Godrej consumers and their future aspirations.”

He further adds, “We believe that our credo of “brighter living” gets manifested in the best possible way when we attempt to shape the future of a new age India, just the way our founders started the trend way back in 1897. For example Godrej Natures Basket: the only World Gourmet chain in India, serves a growing segment of authentic international food lovers through its online, offline, and mobile interfaces.”

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Godrej No. 1 celebrates the spirit of leadership in Punjab

Amritsar, Godrej No. 1, the largest soap brand in Punjab, fmcg company, is celebrating its leadership position with its patrons in the state of Punjab. Godrej No.1 is used by over 80 lakhs household across Punjab. The soap is known for its authentic experience as it is infused with goodness of premium natural ingredients like sandal, saffron & aloe vera. Each Godrej No.1 soap promises to give its users natural beauty and same is espoused by each of its 8 variants.

This sustenance of numero uno position would not have been possible without the support of the local channel partners and considering this, Godrej No. 1 has decided to celebrate this momentous occasion with their extended family of local retailers in the state. The soap brand has initiated an all state lucky draw where 48 lucky winners will be proud owners of a sturdy and swift motorbike worth Rs. 43,000. The first lucky winner of this state wide lucky draw was announced today. Mr. Baljinder Singh, a Godrej No. 1 retailer won his prestigious possession today. The first lucky draw of this initiative had received a great response with hundreds of entries.

Enjoying his share of luck and fame Mr. Baljinder Singh, shared, “I have been in the retail business for several years now. In this moment of happiness it feels special and proud to be part of Godrej No 1 family – a brand which is known for its trust across the masses of Punjab. I thank Godrej No.1 and I just can’t wait to take my family around city on my brand new bike.”

The second leg of the luck draw is now open and the retailers who have missed out registering themselves in the first phase can do so now. Each of them has a splendid opportunity to try their luck and own the fine motorbike. The winner of the second and the third lucky draw will be announced on 16th September and 1st October, 2013 respectively.

For more information, please contact: Atul Malikram atul@atulmalikram.in

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Godrej India’s Top FMCG Company

Godrej Consumer Products is India’s Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Company, with leading Household and Personal Care Products. Godrej, leading fmcg company, is one of the largest marketers of toilet soaps in the country and also leads in hair colours and household insecticides.

Godrej was established in the year 1897, and was founded by Mr. Ardeshir Godrej.
Godrej has 7 major companies with interests in real estate, FMCG, industrial engineering, appliances, furniture, security and agri care, are a few to name, with a turnover of 3.3 billion dollars.

Very few know that 26% of Godrej’s business is done overseas. It has its presence in more than 60 countries, and is India’s leading manufacturers of oleo chemicals and over hundreds of different industrial chemicals. With a global reach of 40 countries.

Godrej Industries is India's leading manufacturer of oleo chemicals and makes more than a hundred chemicals for use in 24 industries. It also manufactures edible oils, vanaspati and bakery fats. GIL is a member of the Godrej Group, which was established in 1897 and has since grown into a US$1.875 billion conglomerate.

Until March 31, 2001, the company was called Godrej Soaps. Thereafter, the consumer products division got de-merged into Godrej Consumer Products, and Godrej Soaps became Godrej Industries. This gave way to the formation of two separate corporate entities: Godrej Consumer Products and Godrej Industries.

Godrej Industries, besides its three businesses, also runs other divisions such as Corporate Finance, Corporate HR, Corporate Audit and Assurance and Research and Development. These operate on behalf of the entire Godrej Group.

GIL Company’s products are exported to 40 countries in North and South America, Asia, Europe, Australia and Africa, and in the Indian market, it is a leader in the production of fatty acids, fatty alcohols and AOS.

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