Thursday, January 29, 2009

STEPPING FORWARD WITH SEZS

The Economic Times

Sterling opportunity to industrial prosperity

India is emerging out of its image of being a back-office partner to mega industrial groups and is becoming the centre of attraction for latest industrial activities. The previously one-size fits all industrial development units are giving way to special economic zones focussing on dedicated segment industrial development. Special Economic Zones are located near the cities and regions which best suit the business activity in terms of environment, resources availability, connectivity, availability of energy and skill workforce. Modern SEZs incorporate best working standards approved by business communities worldwide to ensure that the products and services originating from the SEZs create a niche market the world over.

Sterling SEZ, the brainchild of industrial heavyweights Sandesara Group, is one of the largest multi-product SEZs in India currently spread over 3120 acres land in Phase I. The SEZ and port facilities have been developed with technical exchange from the famous Virginia Port, USA. Land area is judiciously distributed among industrial plots, industrial infrastructure & services, housing & accommodation, commercial outlets, social infrastructure, open & green spaces, water bodies, roads and utilities.

It is located at close proximity to industrially active cities located on the proposed Delhi Mumbai industrial corridor like Vadodara (39 kms), Jambusar (12kms) and Bharuch. Ideal destination for every segment of the industry such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, ceramics, engineering and plastics apart from the export centric industries such as apparel, agro-food, gems & Jewellery and IT/ITES. It enjoys close access to NH-8, Dahej port and Vadodara airport. In tune with the modern eco-conscious industrial practices, the SEZ has unique facility of accessibility to the conveyance channel for discharge of treated effluents in a most effective manner in Mahi river. Infrastructure availability including power, water, natural gas etc will provide the required impetus for establishment of the project.

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