Who we are

ABOUT

The Europe India Centre for Business and Industry (EICBI) is an independent, nonpartisan organization that promotes business opportunities across various sectors between India and the UK/European Union. EICBI was established to create awareness among Indian companies about the vast opportunities available in the UK and EU markets and likewise, to introduce European businesses to the immense potential within India. EICBI’s activities are also supported by Sivaleen Foundation for Developed India, a Section 8 organization based in India, which holds 80G and 12A certifications under the Indian Income Tax Act, enabling it to undertake developmental and social impact initiatives.

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HISTORY

​EICBI traces its origins to the British South India Council of Commerce (BSICC), co-founded by Sujit Nair and other leaders to promote opportunities in Southern states of India to UK stakeholders. Since 2011, BSICC in partnership with India based Sivaleen Inc, organized a series of high level engagements with UK stakeholders to strengthen regional cooperation between the UK and southern states of India. Building upon this foundation, Sujit Nair later established EICBI to broaden the scope of engagement beyond South of India to include mainland Europe. Thus, EICBI’s work builds on the legacy and success of BSICC, expanding it into a comprehensive platform for India–EU/UK business, policy, and diplomatic collaboration.

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MISSION

EICBI’s mission is to promote trade, investment, and partnership opportunities between India and the EU/UK, and to provide a credible platform for companies, entrepreneurs, and policymakers who wish to engage with the India–Europe trade and investment ecosystem.

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Led by seasoned professionals, the organisation supports companies in expanding and flourishing across these regions by providing on-ground insights, strategic connections, and institutional linkages.

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Despite operating with modest resources, EICBI has demonstrated resilience and impact through its sustained initiatives. Recognising the diversity and global significance of both India and Europe, the organization strives to:

• Encourage Europe to look beyond perceived limitations of India and focus on shared opportunities for progress.

• Inspire a new generation of Indians to gain a more realistic and nuanced understanding of Europe, facilitating deeper collaboration and mutual respect.

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Through storytelling, diplomacy, and advocacy, EICBI continues to serve as a bridge of understanding and cooperation between these two dynamic regions.

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OBJECTIVES

 

EICBI focuses on achieving its mission through the following objectives:

• Organise sector-specific summits across the EU, UK, and India to showcase opportunities in key industries.

• Facilitate business and investment flows from India to the EU/UK by engaging with relevant government and industry stakeholders.

• Support European and British investments into India by collaborating with state governments and industry bodies.

• Assist UK/EU companies in implementing and nurturing their projects in India.

• Assist Indian companies in implementing and expanding their projects in the UK/EU.

• Establish and manage an EU–India Parliamentary Working Group, fostering regular dialogue among elected representatives from both regions.