Kolkata Airport Conducts Its First-Ever “Hand Carriage Export of Gems & Jewellery

Senco Gold Limited is a leading pan-India jewellery retailer with a legacy of more than 85 years and the largest jewellery retail player in Eastern India with 175+showrooms, announced of achieving the historic milestone where in the first-ever hand carriage export from Kolkata International Airport was successfully carried out in the early hours of June 16th, 2025 to grow the export from kolkata, marking a major step forward in enhancing ease of doing business and bolstering India’s role as a global gems and jewellery hub, through the coordinated efforts of Customs authorities, GJEPC, AAI Cargo Logistics and Allied Services Company Ltd. (AAICLAS), and BVC Logistics. The initiative was supported under the leadership of Mr. Shivaji H. Dange, IRS, Principal Commissioner of Customs, Kolkata, and Mr. Pankaj Parekh, Regional Chairman (Eastern Region), GJEPC

Historic Export by Senco Gold Limited

This maiden export consignment was hand carried as personal baggage by Shri. Suvankar Sen (MD & CEO, Senco Gold Limited) while travelling to Milan, Italy for an exhibition along with Ms. Joita Sen (Director & Head of Marketing & Design, Senco Gold Limited).

Statement from Shri. Suvankar Sen

Commenting on this auspicious occasion, Shri. Suvankar Sen (MD & CEO, Senco Gold Limited), said, “Senco Gold Limited is proud to be part of the historical initiative by Kolkata customs and GJEPC Kolkata to start hand carry of jewellery from Kolkata. It will boost exports from Kolkata in a big way.”

A Dream Realised – Remarks from Mr. Pankaj Parekh

Commenting on the same Mr. Pankaj Parekh, Chairman, Eastern Region said, “I am delighted to see my dream take concrete shape. This achievement owes itself to the visionary guidance of the Principal Commissioner of Customs, Shri S.H.Dange, IRS and the able execution by Joint Commissioners of Customs, Mr. A. Bhardwaj, IRS and Mr. S. Mondal, IRS. The tireless efforts of Mr. S. Roy, IRS, DC Customs, Kolkata were equally pivotal. I am deeply grateful to each of them for their unwavering commitment.”

About Senco Gold Limited

Senco Gold Limited (Senco) is a leading pan-India jewellery retailer with a legacy of more than 85 years and largest in eastern India based on number of showrooms. Senco has been rated as 2nd Most Trusted Jewellery Brand for 4th year in a row by TRA and amongst Most Desired Jewellery Brand by TRA in 2024 much ahead of most of our peers. Senco has also made it to the list of Global Top 100 Luxury Brands by Deloitte in its Feb 24 report. Senco’s credit rating has been upgraded by ICRA for its Fund based working capital facilities at [ [ICRA]A2+ with “Stable” Outlook for short term borrowings and [ICRA]A for Long term borrowing. Senco has also been certified as a Great Place to Work (GPTW).

National & International Presence

Senco has over 175+ showrooms (including 72 Franchisee showrooms) spread across 17 states, including 1 international showroom in Dubai UAE with a mix of own and franchisee model; and having various formats like Classic & Modern, D’Signia, Everlite, House of Senco and Sennes to cater to various customer segments.

About Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC)

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council is the apex body driving India’s export-led growth in the gem and jewellery sector, since 1966. Head quartered in Mumbai with regional offices across the country, the Council has over 10,000 members in its fold. Our Vision is to make India the preferred source for quality gems and jewellery. Our Mission is to enable every individual associated with the Indian gems and jewellery industry to achieve their full potential.

Promoting Brand India

Organizing India’s biggest and second-biggest trade shows, IIJS Premiere and IIJS Signature.

Organizing joint participation in international jewellery shows.

Undertaking image-building exercises through international advertisements, publications and audio-visuals. Inviting countries to explore areas of co-operation in supply of rough diamonds, coloured gemstones and sourcing of finished jewellery. Identifying potential partners and buyers in international markets through buyer-seller meets.

Connecting Government & Trade

Facilitating better interaction on trade-related issues between the industry and the Government of India, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Ministry of Finance, DGFT, Dept of Commerce, Dept. of Finance.Taking up relevant export-related issues with the Government, Ministries, Regulatory Authorities and Agencies. Undertaking image-building exercises through international advertisements, publications and audio-visuals. Representing trade-friendly policies for inclusion in the EXIM Policy

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