Important Notes

Panasonic India Pvt. Ltd.

Address : 12th Floor, Ambience Tower, Ambience Island, NH - 8, Gurgaon - 122002, Haryana, India

Telephone Number : +91-124-4751300

Fax Number : +91-124-4751333

Customer Care Number : 1800-102-8989 (10 AM to 06.30 PM)

Email Address : [email protected]

Panasonic has recently been designated India as regional hub to drive growth and build deeper inroads into the fast emerging Asiatic, Middle Eastern and Western economies. Starting from India, the company wants to create a knowhow to address consumers who are based out of India and then take the knowledge to emerging markets. India is the sixth strategic region which will take care of SAARC nations, Middle East Asia and Africa. Panasonic will aggressively and strategically invest in market research and product innovation and will recruit / bring the best of global talent using its in-house open application system and work in areas like energy, water, remote access and food.

Their commitment at Panasonic is to provide a ‘Better life’ for their consumers and contribute to creating a ‘Better World’ around them. The requirement of their audience differs across geographies and there for technological solutions have to be customized to the local environment. With this philosophy they intend to provide solutions that are made in India for the Indians, across business and consumer sectors.

India is at the cusp of change, and is being recognized as one of the most influential markets globally. With more than half of India’s population under the age of 25 India has a rapidly expanding youth segment. The country also boasts of a dynamic social and cultural fabric. Taking into account these unique local conditions, Panasonic is now looking at India as a priority market. Taking from their legacy, they will continue to provide solutions which will now be fueled by their ‘Indovation’ strategy, of weaving local solutions to their global approach.

Group Companies

Panasonic Appliances (PAPIN) : Established in 1988 for manufacture, import, marketing and sales of kitchen appliances and small domestic appliances. PAPIN is headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Panasonic AVC India [PAVCI] : Established in 1996, for manufacturer of CRT TVs and LCDs. PAVCI is based in Noida, UP

Panasonic Energy India [PECIN] : Established in 1972, for manufacture and sales of dry cell batteries. PECIN is based in Baroda, Gujarat.

Panasonic Carbon India [PCIN] : Established in 1982, for manufacture and sales of carbon rods. PCIN is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Anchor Electricals : Headquartered in Mumbai, Anchor electrical Private Limited started nearly five decades ago and became a subsidiary of Panasonic Electric Works (now Panasonic Corporation) in 2007. It is one of the largest domestic manufacturers of electrical construction materials with 4 manufacturing locations and boasts of 55 domestic bases and has employee strength of 10,004. Its sales and operating profit are steadily growing and it ended the last financial year with net sales of Rupees 13.5 billion and a stated capital of Rupees 4.8 Billion. It has a dominant market share in wiring devices and it is constantly expanding its product range and growing market share in Circuit Breakers, Lighting and Luminaries, Fans and Wires / Cables. Anchor aims to double this in the next three years from the existing and some new product categories.

Firepro Systems Pvt. Ltd : Incorporated in 1992, Firepro Systems has been at the forefront of integrated solutions for fire protection, security and building management systems Fire Alarm and Detection, Fire Suppression, Access Control, Video Surveillance, Intrusion Alarm, Building Management Systems. It is present in 14 locations across India.

Panasonic India Pvt. Ltd.

Panasonic makes available in India its wide range of consumer electronics, home appliances like LCD & Plasma TVs, DVD players, Home Theatre Systems, Smartphones, Cameras, Camcorders, Car Audio Systems, Air Conditioners, Washing Machines, Refrigerators, Microwave Ovens, Automatic Cookers, Vacuum Cleaners and a wide range of system products including communication ones like Mobile Phones, High Definition Videoconferencing, Professional Audio Video products like Broadcast Cameras, Projectors and Displays, Business Solutions including Printers, Whiteboards and Security Solutions. Panasonic has aggressively focuses on market research, product innovation and talent hiring in India for work in areas like energy, water, remote access and food. The company currently has a workforce of about 12,500 in India.

Panasonic Corporation

Since the founding of their company in 1918, they at Panasonic have been providing better living for their customers, always making "people" central to their activities, and thus focusing on "people's lives." Going forward as well, based on their innovative electronics technology, they will provide a wide variety of products, systems, and services, ranging from consumer electronics products to industrial devices, building products, and housing. In various spaces and areas, such as homes, communities, businesses, journeys and automobiles, they will continue to work hard to offer new value for better living, and help realize "A Better Life, A Better World" for each individual customer.

Business Segments

Panasonic Corporation is comprised of various business domain companies, from AV to home appliances, to industrial solutions and other consumer electronic products. Each company has its distinct R & D, production, and sales functions that satisfy specific consumer needs worldwide.

- Appliances Company

- Eco Solutions Company

- AVC Networks Company

- Automotive & Industrial Systems Company

Four Pillars of Business

Panasonic aims to achieve “A Better Life, A Better World” in the four business areas.

Consumer Electronics

Major Business Areas :

- Air Conditioning

- Cooking

- Housekeeping

- Beauty and Health

- AV

Housing

Major Business Areas :

- Housing Equipment

- Remodeling

- Primary Contracting

- Energy Management

- Elderly Care

Automotive

Major Business Area :

- Infotainment Systems

- Automotive Electronics

- Automotive Batteries

- Devices and Systems for Green Cars

B2B

Major Business Area :

- Aviation

- Factory Solutions

- Food Distribution Solutions

- Logistic Solutions

- Energy System Solutions (Create / Store Energy)

- Social Infrastructure

History of Panasonic India

Panasonic commenced its operations in India in the year 1972. In 2008, Panasonic India Pvt Ltd was formed to integrate the different Panasonic interests in India. Mr. Daizo Ito joined as CEO Panasonic India in April 2008 and ensured Panasonic’s aggressive focus on India with heavy investments and expansion.

Since then Panasonic has been on an upward growth path in the country with innovative product offerings, increased investments on business and various promotional initiatives. Today, Panasonic India is increasingly being seen as an Indian company, though with Japanese roots.

Panasonic India CSR Community Initiatives

CSR at Panasonic is perceived as the commitment of businesses to contribute to sustainable development by working with employees, their families, the local community and society at large to provide “A Better Life A, Better World. At Panasonic they strongly believe that unless and until the fruits of development are shared equally with all their stakeholders, the vision of inclusive and sustainable growth is hard to achieve. They strive in working towards inclusive growth as part of their commitment towards society.

Panasonic India has a long-term perspective on social engagement. While the organization has already established initiatives aligned to the MDGs, their commitment is set to grow every year. Starting from philanthropy, the ultimate goal is to have organizational ownership of community development issues.