India is the seventh largest country and the largest democracy in the world. It is one of the fastest rising economies in the world, second perhaps only to China. It has a rich cultural heritage, and is a country of diversities with over 1,000 languages spoken, with each state and region having its own specialties in terms of cuisine and clothing. It has a sub-tropical climate, with the months of February and March being amongst the coolest in the year, with an average temperature of about 24 degrees Celsius. Economically, India is uniquely positioned with a strong agricultural base and a rapidly growing industrial segment. It has the fastest-growing services segment in India across the globe. It also has a thriving paints, inks and coatings industry registering the second-fastest growth rate globally.

Mumbai (formerly known as Bombay) is the commercial capital of India. Situated on the West Coast on India, it is by far by the most sought after business destination in this part of the world. It is also one of the safest cities in India to travel. Though Hindi is the national language and Marathi the local language, it is a cosmopolitan city, with English commonly understood by most. Connectivity to other parts of the world and the country by all modes of transport are readily available. It has excellent intra-city connectivity by rail, road and buses. Fair-price taxis are also conveniently available. Traffic is a bit of a concern when traveling by road, and travelers are well-advised to account for traffic delays. It is also the Paint Capital of Mumbai with most major paint companies, and many smaller ones headquartered in Mumbai. Hotel accommodation, though available at various classes, is rather expensive.

PAINTINDIA 2012 will be held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, India. Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) is the largest and permanent exhibition centre, in the private sector, in India and was set up in 1991. BEC has hosted several prestigious International trade fairs/exhibitions ever since. Major highlights of the available facilities for organizing large or medium scale events in the commercial and business capital of our country - Mumbai include air-conditioned Seminar/ Convention halls, International lounges, operational air-conditioned restaurants, open air cafeterias, business communication centres, site offices, service centres and sufficient parking space within the complex having serene and lush-green surroundings.



Mumbai Connectivity & Local Travel

Nearest Railway Station : Goregaon Western Railway - 1 km.

Nearest Airport :
Domestic - Santacruz Airport- 15 minutes Drive.
International - Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport (Sahar) - 15 minutes Drive.

The Following service providers will help in providing the best deals in the hotel accommodation as also in travel arrangements. They can also help in customizing your visit to the Show.

Rodney D'souza, Manager

Reunions N Vacations
171, 2nd Floor, Sunrays Shopping Centre,
Charkop Market, Next To Apna Bazaar,
Kandivali (West), Mumbai - 400 067.
INDIA.
Tel: + 91 22 28608100
Fax: + 91 22 28608099
Mob: +91 9820904132
Email:: rodney@reunionsnvacations.com, info@reunionsnvacations.com
Website: www.reunionsnvacations.com

• Mr. Sanjay Gandhi
  
  Grin Travels
  10, Peninsula Centre, S. S. Rao Road,
  Parel, Mumbai - 400 012.
  India
  Tel.: +91 -22-413 4005
  Mob.: +91-8108047709
  Email: admin@grintravels.com
  Website: www.grintravels.com