Vinod Kumar Jain & Amit Jain · Panchkula & Porto

Where India's
production meets
the world's demand.

Bilateral trade facilitation, business brokerage, investment advisory, and professional consultancy services — across 30 industry verticals and all major global trade corridors. Commission-only. No inventory. No capital risk.

"Most of international business is prospected through a sense of personal presence — the kind no algorithm can replicate."

30+
Industry Verticals
7
Global Corridors
2
Principal Offices
0
Inventory / Capital Risk
100%
Commission-Based
25+ Yrs
Combined Industry Experience
FMCG, Pharma, E-commerce, Exports
60+
Business Verticals Prospected
Across 25 active specialisations
2–10%
Commission Range
Deal-specific, agreed in writing
0
Upfront Fee (Standard)
Success-only, aligned incentives

Ready to explore a trade opportunity? We answer every enquiry personally.

Porto, Portugal · +91 98881 47147 Panchkula, India · +91 98881 47147
Who We Are

Veterans of varied industry.
Masters of the bilateral.

Vinod Kumar Jain & Amit Jain bring a combined four decades of real-world commercial experience across FMCG, pharmaceuticals, e-commerce, digital marketing, exports, and entrepreneurial venture-building. We are not consultants who theorise — we are practitioners who execute. Our model is simple: we connect supply with demand, across borders and across industries, and earn a commission only when a deal closes.

With a principal office in Panchkula, Haryana (serving the NCR / Chandigarh manufacturing corridor and all of India's export hubs), and a European office in Porto, Portugal (serving as the EU gateway, Lusophone Africa corridor, and CPLP access point), we are uniquely positioned to manage both sides of every bilateral transaction simultaneously.

Amit Jain holds a Postgraduate Diploma with Merit in Global Digital Marketing (University of Essex, 2024) and multiple professional certifications in trade, digital strategy, and marketing. Vinod Kumar Jain's decades of industry experience across FMCG and exports provide the manufacturing and logistics intelligence that makes every introduction credible.

25+ Years Experience Commission-Only No Inventory Risk Panchkula & Porto India–EU FTA Ready
The Founders
Vinod Kumar Jain

Decades of experience in FMCG, pharma, e-commerce, and exports. Deep manufacturing intelligence across India's industrial corridors. Trade finance and logistics expertise. Principal Office, Panchkula.

Amit Jain

PG Diploma in Global Digital Marketing, University of Essex (2024). Specialist in digital strategy, AI tools, health & wellness, and D2C brand development. EU strategy, Portugal visa entrepreneur. European Office, Porto.

Our Offices
🇮🇳 India

Panchkula, Haryana
NCR / Chandigarh Corridor
+91 98881 47147

🇵🇹 Portugal

Porto, Portugal
EU / CPLP Gateway
+91 98881 47147

Immediate Value Proposition
  • Ground presence on both sides of every bilateral deal
  • Manufacturers vetted before any buyer is introduced
  • Buyers qualified before any supplier name is shared
  • Commission agreement executed before any principal contract
  • No inventory, no capital deployed, no risk transferred to us
  • NCNDA protection for all parties from first contact
  • India–EU FTA intelligence built into every vertical strategy
Strategic Intelligence

The India–EU Free Trade Agreement:
The biggest bilateral trade event of the decade.

€120B+

Current India–EU trade volume. FTA is projected to increase this by 30–40% within 5 years.

12%→0%

Average EU tariff on Indian textiles and apparel. FTA elimination creates immediate cost advantage.

GI Protection

Geographical Indication chapter protects Indian products — Basmati, Darjeeling, Kolhapuri — with legal status equivalent to Champagne in EU markets.

2022
Negotiations resumed after 9-year hiatus
2024
Substantial progress on goods, services, GI chapters
2025
Tariff schedules tabled; Mode 4 provisions agreed in principle
2026
Finalisation & signing expected
2027
Ratification & implementation — tariff reductions begin
2028+
Full liberalisation schedule — maximum bilateral trade velocity
25 Industry Verticals

Every commission-generating opportunity,
under one bilateral roof.

From high-volume commodity trade to documentation-led mercantile structuring, FTA-optimised routing, and brand strategy advisory — our model generates income across all 25 categories simultaneously.

01

Trade Facilitation

Commission-based import/export deal origination. Supplier vetting, buyer qualification, commercial structuring, documentation, and repeat-order pipeline. India–EU bilateral at its core.

2–7% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
02

Engineering & Auto Parts

Castings, forgings, precision machined parts, auto ancillaries. IATF-16949 certified manufacturers. Sample qualification, pre-shipment inspection. India→EU, India→ASEAN.

2.5–5% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
03

Textiles, Apparel & Leather

CMT garments, home textiles, bespoke leather goods, private label fashion. GOTS/OEKO-TEX certified mills. NCR–Agra leather corridor. India→EU, India→UAE.

4–8% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
04

Pharma & Healthcare

Generic medicines, APIs, nutraceuticals, medical devices. WHO-GMP/EUGMP certified. Africa and ASEAN corridors. Portugal as Lusophone Africa gateway.

3–7% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
05

Chemicals & Specialty

Specialty chemicals, dyes, agrochemical intermediates. REACH compliance coordination. Post-FTA significant tariff advantage for Indian producers.

2.5–5% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
06

Agro, Food & Beverages

Spices, Basmati rice, organic produce, processed foods. APEDA-registered exporters. EU MRL compliance navigation. GI protection post-FTA.

2–7% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
07

Sustainable & Handicrafts

WFTO/Fair Trade certified craft clusters. ESG sourcing mandates. EU CSRD-compliant artisan supply chains. EPCH registered groups.

6–10% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
08

Used Machinery & Equipment

Pre-owned industrial plant remarketing. EU→India (advanced equipment), India→Africa/ASEAN (surplus machinery). High-value, large commissions.

3–8% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
09

Business Brokerage & M&A

SME acquisitions, JV structuring, cross-border M&A. Lehman-scale success fee. The highest single-deal commission category in our portfolio.

3–10% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
10

Technology Transfer & Licensing

Patent licensing, know-how agreements, JDA facilitation. EU IP → India licensees. Indian pharma/tech IP → EU commercialisation.

3–8% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
11

D2C Branding & Market Entry

Indian brands entering EU markets. Brand positioning, EU compliance, distributor & retail introductions. Retainer + success commission.

5–10% Y1 commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
12

Amazon Global & E-Commerce

Amazon EU marketplace launch. VAT registration, FBA setup, listing optimisation, PPC strategy. India→DE, FR, IT, ES, NL, UK.

5–10% Y1 GMV commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
13

Sales & Marketing JVs

Revenue-sharing commercial partnerships between Indian manufacturers and EU market development partners. Heads of terms, agreement coordination.

4–8% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
14

Distribution Channel Development

Multi-country EU distributor identification, onboarding, and performance framework. Pricing architecture. 3–5 market EU networks.

3–7% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
15

Pharma / Nutra CMO Outsourcing

EU pharma and nutraceutical brands to Indian WHO-GMP/EUGMP contract manufacturers. Technical package, quality agreement, commercial terms.

3–6% p.a. commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
16

IT Services & Digital

IT outsourcing, custom software, cloud, AI/ML, digital marketing. India→EU. 40–70% cost saving. GDPR-compliant. Mode 4 post-FTA.

5–10% Y1 commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
17

IT Recruitment & Talent

Senior Indian tech professionals for EU companies. On-site (visa-sponsored), remote, or hybrid. EU Blue Card, Portugal Digital Nomad. 15–25% CTC.

15–25% CTC commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
18

Repackaging & Contract Packaging

EU brands to Indian GMP/BRC-certified contract packaging facilities. Sachet, blister, bottle, tube, pouch. EU-compliant label printing.

5–10% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
19

Real Estate Advisory

Indian HNWIs/NRIs to Portugal and EU property. EU companies to India commercial premises. Referral fee from licensed agents — zero cost to buyer.

0.75–2% referral commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
20

Investment Advisory

Indian growth companies ↔ European PE/family offices. Capital raising and deployment. Deal origination + success commission.

1–3% of capital commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
21

Immigration & Visa Advisory

Portugal D2 Entrepreneur, D7, Digital Nomad, EU Blue Card. Orientation + licensed lawyer introduction. Vinod & Amit: direct D2 applicants.

Fixed fee commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
22

Medical Tourism

European, African, MENA patients to Indian JCI/NABH hospitals. Cardiac, orthopaedic, oncology, IVF. Commission from empanelled hospitals.

10–20% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
23

Compliance & Regulatory

REACH, CE marking, GMP, trade documentation, CBAM, ESG. Gap assessments, specialist coordination, monthly monitoring.

Fixed advisory commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
24

Consultancy Services

Retained strategic advisory for India–EU businesses. Go-to-market strategy, partner research, market intelligence. Both principals directly engaged.

€1,500–5,000/mo commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
25

Global Franchise Development

Zero entry fee. 30–40% revenue share. Build a trade intermediary practice in your region — backed by our brand, methodology, and deal flow.

30–40% share commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
26

Payments & Banking

Letter of Credit structuring, SWIFT documentation, FIRC coordination, trade finance introductions, currency risk advisory.

1–3% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
27

Shipping & Logistics

Freight forwarder introductions, Incoterms advisory, pre-shipment inspection, HS code classification, customs clearance.

Referral fee commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
28

Insurance & Risk Management

Trade credit insurance, marine cargo, political risk, ECGC coordination, supply chain disruption planning.

Referral fee commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
29

🌱 Green Energy & Carbon Credits

Solar components, green hydrogen offtake, carbon credit brokerage, CBAM advisory. EU-India clean energy corridor.

2–5% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet
30

💎 Luxury & Premium Goods

Kashmiri Pashmina, Jaipur gems, Varanasi silk, bespoke leather. GI-certified artisan exports to EU boutiques.

8–15% commission
Full Details + Fact Sheet

Our facilitation model extends to any non-regulated goods or services category — including documentation-led mercantile trade, FTA-optimised multi-country routing, and brand strategy advisory.

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The Signature Model

Constructive Control
Without Physical Custody.

We don't move goods. We move trust, documentation, and deal architecture — sitting legally in the middle of bilateral and trilateral trade flows, earning a spread or commission without owning inventory or deploying capital.

This is documentation-led mercantile trading: supplier invoices us, we invoice the buyer, goods move directly. We control the paper; the paper controls the deal. Margins jump from 2% to 10–25% when structured correctly versus a pure commission agency arrangement.

Full Model Explainer Documentation Guide
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Bilateral (India ↔ EU)

Supplier onboarding, buyer acquisition, documentation + compliance, payment structuring. Commission 1–7%.

🌐
Trilateral (India → Hub → EU)

India supplies, third country (UAE/ASEAN/Turkey) processes or routes, EU buyer receives. Duty optimisation through FTA arbitrage. Margins 5–15%.

📄
Documentation-Led Merchant

Back-to-back invoicing, merchant of record structuring. You buy and sell on paper — goods move directly. Margins 10–25%.

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FTA-Optimised Routing

Rules of origin engineering, HS code optimisation, staging schedule planning. The invisible profit layer in every cross-border deal.

Principal Roles

Vinod Kumar Jain manages all India-side supplier relationships, documentation origination, and manufacturer vetting. Amit Jain manages EU-side deal architecture, FTA routing strategy, and buyer-facing commercial structuring.

Business Mentoring · Amit Jain

Brand Strategy & Global Marketing Masterclass

Amit Jain — PGDip Global Marketing (University of Essex, 2024) — conducts a structured Brand Strategy & Global Marketing programme covering nine business-critical modules: from brand foundations and competitive research through e-commerce, cross-border expansion, and supply chain strategy, to startup practice and knowledge architecture.

The programme is uniquely positioned at the intersection of brand theory and bilateral trade reality — built for Indian exporters preparing for EU market entry, EU buyers seeking India sourcing partnerships, and entrepreneurs building cross-border businesses. Individual and corporate formats. Certificate on completion.

Programme Details Book a Session
9-Module Programme · Certificate on Completion
I
Brand Foundations & Frameworks
Brand equity models, identity prism, archetypes, positioning, perceptual mapping, brand valuation
II
Strategic Development & Research
TAM/SAM/SOM, competitive analysis, consumer insights, Jobs-to-be-Done, segmentation, persona development
III
Brand Execution & Expression
Visual identity, naming, verbal identity, messaging architecture, brand guidelines, touchpoint management
IV
E-Commerce & Digital Commerce
B2B/B2C/D2C models, platform selection, CRO, omnichannel, social & voice commerce
V
Cross-Border & Global Expansion
Market assessment, entry modes, global brand architecture, trade compliance, GDPR, cultural adaptation
VI
Sourcing & Supply Chain
Strategic sourcing, two-way bilateral sourcing, B2B export development, ethical & sustainable sourcing
VII
Startup & Agency Practice
Founder DNA, MVP branding, pitch deck strategy, agency operations, client & stakeholder management
VIII
Professional Skills & Leadership
GTM strategy, IMC channels, project management, legal considerations, KPIs, analytics, career portfolio
IX
Knowledge Architecture & Lexicon
Vocabulary development, taxonomy, ontology design, cross-cultural communication, architecture of meaning
Individual & Corporate Programmes · Customised Modules Available · Contact: +91 98881 47147
The Model

Maximum brokerage.
Minimum capital.

Our entire operation runs on a commission-only, asset-light model. We never purchase goods, hold inventory, or take title to any asset. Every deal we facilitate — trade, brokerage, real estate, tech, or advisory — generates commission income with zero capital deployed.

The bilateral office structure is the critical differentiator. Most international brokers are single-market operators who manage one side poorly. We manage both simultaneously — ground presence in India provides manufacturer intelligence; ground presence in Portugal provides buyer-side relationship depth and EU market access. No other intermediary in the India–Portugal corridor offers both.

Business Intelligence Principle

The first deal is the introduction. The second, third, and fourth deals are the business. Every active buyer-supplier pair generates a multi-year commission income stream — compounding with every repeat order, category expansion, and volume increase. One relationship, managed well, can generate income for a decade.

How Every Deal Works
01
Sign NCNDA

All parties execute the Non-Circumvention, Non-Disclosure & Non-Competition Agreement before any identities are shared.

02
Qualify Both Sides

Manufacturer: certifications, capacity, pricing, lead times. Buyer: intent, budget, volume, quality requirements.

03
Commission Agreement

Three-party Commission Agency Agreement executed before any principal commercial contract is signed. Commission rate, trigger, and payment terms locked.

04
Introduction & Matching

Buyer and supplier introduced formally. Sample coordination, RFQ management, commercial term negotiation.

05
Deal Execution

Principal contract signed. LC / TT / payment instrument arranged. Shipment coordinated. Commission triggered.

06
Repeat Orders

Pipeline managed actively. Commission earned on every subsequent transaction for the agreed term.

Commission Structure — By Category
CategoryCommission RangeBilling To
Trade Facilitation (Commodity)2–4%Supplier
Trade Facilitation (Specialty)4–7%Supplier / Split
Business Brokerage (Small)6–10%Seller
Business Brokerage (Mid-Market)3–6%Seller
Real Estate Referral0.75–2%Licensed Agent
IT Recruitment (Permanent)10–20%Employer
IT Recruitment (Contract)15–25% markupEmployer
Pharma / Healthcare3–7%Supplier
Medical Tourism5–12%Hospital
Investment Advisory2–5% + carryInvestee
Technology Services5–15%IT Company
E-commerce / Amazon8–15% of revenueSeller
Consultancy Retainer€500–€5,000/moClient

* All rates negotiated deal-by-deal and confirmed in writing before any introduction. Minimum deal size: €5,000 for trade facilitation.

Volume vs. Niche Strategy
📦 Volume Verticals

Trade facilitation, textiles, agro, chemicals, engineering. Lower % commission but higher transaction values and high repeat frequency. €50K–€500K per deal.

💎 Niche Verticals

M&A brokerage, investment advisory, medical tourism, IT recruitment. Higher % commission, lower frequency. €20K–€400K per deal.

Why Commission-Only Works
  • Incentive alignment — we earn when you earn
  • No dead cost if a deal doesn't close
  • Credibility — we only pursue deals we believe in
  • Scalability — unlimited verticals, unlimited geography
  • Compound income — every active pair generates ongoing commission
Global Reach

All continents.
One bilateral agency.

We operate as a bilateral sourcing agency and advisory consultancy across all major global trade corridors — with India as the primary supply origin and the EU as the primary demand anchor, while facilitating all intercontinental trade flows between our active corridors.

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Europe
Portugal · Germany · Netherlands · France · Spain · Italy · Belgium · UK · Scandinavia

FTA priority corridor. Tariff elimination, GI protection, Mode 4 services liberalisation. Porto office. AICEP bilateral chamber access.

🌍
Middle East & North Africa
UAE · Saudi Arabia · Qatar · Kuwait · Bahrain · Oman · Egypt · Morocco

Dubai as the MENA re-export hub. Indian diaspora buyer network. Strong demand for pharma, food, textiles, and engineering goods.

🌍
Sub-Saharan Africa
Kenya · Nigeria · South Africa · Tanzania · Ethiopia · Angola · Mozambique · Ghana

Portuguese-speaking Africa (PALOP) via Porto. India as the pharmacy of Africa — generic medicines, agrochemicals, engineering goods.

🌎
North America
USA · Canada · Mexico

Amazon US as D2C entry point. Indian IT services for US enterprises. Canada immigration pathway for Indian professionals. Mexican manufacturing complementarity.

🌎
Latin America
Brazil · Colombia · Argentina · Chile · Peru

Portuguese language access (Brazil) via Porto. Indian spice and food exports to LATAM diaspora. AgriTech and pharma opportunities.

🌏
Asia-Pacific
Vietnam · Thailand · Indonesia · Philippines · Singapore · Malaysia · Bangladesh · Sri Lanka

ASEAN as India's fastest-growing export corridor. Used machinery from India. Indian pharma, chemicals, textiles for ASEAN processing industries.

🌏
Oceania & Far East
Australia · New Zealand · Japan · South Korea

Indian-Australian bilateral growing rapidly. Japanese and Korean demand for Indian specialty chemicals and engineering precision components.

Services

Preferred services over goods —
every service is a margin opportunity.

Bilateral Sourcing

Full end-to-end sourcing — supplier identification, vetting, sample coordination, quality management, and repeat order pipeline. India as primary supply origin across all goods categories.

2–7%

Business Brokerage

Cross-border M&A, JV structuring, franchise entry, succession planning. The highest-value single-deal category in our portfolio.

3–10%

Real Estate Referral

Indian HNWIs to Portugal. EU investors to India. Referral fee from licensed agents — zero cost to the buying client.

Referral

Documentation Facilitation

Trade documentation preparation, LC advisory, Incoterm structuring, NCNDA and commission agreement drafting (template-based, parties use own lawyers for execution).

Bundled

Banking & Finance Introductions

Trade finance desk introductions (HDFC, ICICI, BPI, Caixa Geral). LC issuance structuring, supply chain finance, export credit facilitation.

Referral Fee

Logistics Coordination

Freight forwarder introductions, pre-shipment inspection (SGS, BV, Intertek), customs agent referrals in India and Portugal, 3PL warehousing connections.

Referral Fee

Sample Management

Courier coordination for sample shipments. Feedback loop management. Critical step that kills most deals when mishandled.

Bundled

Trade Intelligence & Consulting

Sector-specific market entry reports, competitor analysis, tariff research, distribution channel mapping. Sold on retainer or project basis.

€500–€3,000

Masterclasses & Trade Missions

Facilitated buyer-seller matching events, trade mission coordination, sector masterclasses (online and in-person). Group and individual formats.

Per Participant

Distribution Channel Development

Sample-based prospecting with distributors and importers. Testing product acceptance before committing to volume. The professional path to market entry.

Commission on Orders

D2C & E-commerce Launch

Amazon Global Selling setup, cross-border DTC brand launch, marketplace strategy, PPC management. India→EU, India→USA, India→UAE.

8–15% of Revenue

Compliance & Corporate Services

Company formation referrals (Portugal LDA, India OPC/LLP), VAT registration, GDPR compliance, FEMA/RBI regulatory navigation. Retained specialist network.

Referral + Retainer

Every enquiry is reviewed personally. No automated replies.

Porto, Portugal · +91 98881 47147 Panchkula, India · +91 98881 47147
Market Entry Intelligence

Distribution channels & the art of the sample.

The most reliable path to any export market is through sample-based prospecting. Rather than committing production capacity to an unknown buyer, the correct process is: identify the right distributor profile, send professionally presented samples with full technical documentation, and convert product acceptance into a pilot order — which then becomes an annual contract.

We manage the entire sample pipeline — courier coordination, documentation, customs, feedback loop with the buyer, and follow-up until the trial order is committed. This is the step that most Indian exporters mishandle, and where our bilateral presence creates the greatest value.

The Sample → Order → Contract Cycle

Sample shipment (cost: minimal) → Buyer feedback and approval → Pilot order (€5K–€50K) → Quality verification → Annual supply agreement (€100K–€500K) → Multi-year repeat commission stream.

Distribution Channel Types — By Category

CategoryTarget ChannelEntry Route
Textiles / GarmentsEU importers, private label brandsSample + linesheet
Agro / FoodEU food distributors, ethnic retail chainsSample + compliance docs
ChemicalsEU industrial processors, formulatorsTechnical spec + CoA
EngineeringOEM procurement, MRO distributorsTechnical drawing + sample
PharmaLicensed distributors, wholesalersDossier + regulatory docs
IT ServicesEU enterprise procurement, system integratorsCase study + pilot project
HandicraftsEU premium retail, design brandsSample collection + lookbook
D2C / AmazonEnd consumer (no distributor)Listing + PPC + FBA
Factsheets Available

We prepare sector-specific one-page factsheets for distribution-channel prospecting — covering: product overview, key certifications, compliance summary, pricing indications, lead times, and contact details. Professional prospecting tools for every vertical.

Download Factsheets
Franchise & Partnership Programme

Replicate our model.
In your continent.

We are actively seeking qualified franchise partners in North America, MENA, Sub-Saharan Africa, ASEAN, Oceania, and Latin America. As a franchisee, you operate the bilateral model under our brand, tools, training, and deal pipeline — earning commission on every facilitated transaction within your territory.

Ideal franchisee profile: established business professional, trade consultant, or entrepreneur with existing industry relationships in their market. Minimum 5 years business experience. Commission revenue share: 60/40 (franchisee/principal) on deals originated by franchisee; 30/70 on deals allocated by principal network.

Explore Franchise Opportunity
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Full Training & Onboarding

Complete methodology training: NCNDA execution, commission agreement drafting, deal qualification, supplier vetting, buyer qualification, and deal management.

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Deal Flow & Pipeline Access

Access to the principal network's active buyer and supplier database. Allocated deal opportunities where your market expertise adds value.

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Tools & Templates

NCNDA templates, commission agreement templates, engagement letter templates, factsheet library, and CRM access (subject to data protocols).

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Brand & Credibility

Operating under an established bilateral brand with documented methodology, legal framework, and professional positioning.

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Revenue Share Model

60/40 commission split on franchisee-originated deals. No upfront franchise fee for qualified applicants — alignment through performance.

Connect

One enquiry.
Two offices.
All continents.

Every enquiry is reviewed personally by one of the two founders. We respond within 24 hours and never use automated replies or virtual assistants at the first-contact stage.

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India Office — Panchkula
+91 98881 47147
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EU Office — Porto
+91 98881 47147
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WhatsApp (Preferred for First Contact)
+91 98881 47147
Before you write — what to include
  • Your name, company, and country of operation
  • Whether you are a buyer, seller, or seeking advisory
  • The product / service category or vertical of interest
  • Indicative transaction volume or deal size (even approximately)
  • Your timeline for first transaction or engagement

Send an Enquiry

We respond within 24 hours. All enquiries treated with full confidentiality.

Intelligence Resources

Trade Knowledge — Data, Analysis & Tools

Fact-checked trade data, FTA analysis, sector intelligence, and practical tools — for Indian exporters, EU importers, and global trade professionals.

Knowledge Base

Master FAQs — Everything you need to know.

Before any supplier or buyer identity is disclosed, all parties execute an NCNDA (Non-Circumvention, Non-Disclosure & Non-Competition Agreement). Before the principal commercial contract is signed, all three parties execute a Commission Agency Agreement specifying rate, trigger event (typically: signed contract, LC opening, or payment receipt), payment currency, timeline, and governing law. The commission is a legally enforceable contractual obligation, not a handshake arrangement. For high-value transactions, we recommend the agreement be governed by English law and disputes resolved via ICC arbitration (Paris).
For standard trade facilitation and brokerage mandates, no. We earn only when a deal closes. For complex, time-intensive, or regulated-sector mandates (pharmaceutical, investment advisory, large M&A), we may negotiate a monthly retainer (typically €500–€3,000) that is credited against the success fee on deal completion. For pharma vertical work, a due diligence retainer of €1,500–€3,000 is standard before active matching commences.
For trade facilitation, we work on transactions from €5,000 upwards. Below that, the commission does not justify the work involved. Our sweet spot is €30,000–€500,000 per transaction, with recurring orders compounding the relationship value. For brokerage and advisory, minimum deal value is €200,000 (business sale) or a retainer equivalent. For medical tourism, there is no minimum — per-patient referral fees apply regardless of procedure value.
We require documentary evidence of relevant certifications before any buyer introduction: ISO 9001 (quality management), ISO 14001 (environment), IATF 16949 (automotive), GOTS/Fair Trade (textiles), APEDA registration (agricultural), WHO-GMP (pharmaceuticals), REACH compliance (chemicals). For certifications not yet held, we identify the specific pathway required and confirm the manufacturer's willingness and capacity to achieve it within the buyer's timeline. We never introduce a supplier who cannot realistically meet the buyer's quality requirements.
For EU buyers: tariffs on Indian goods — currently averaging 4–12% across categories — will be eliminated or significantly reduced. For a buyer importing €500,000 of Indian garments per year, that is €60,000 annually returned to margin, from the first day of FTA implementation. Buyers who establish verified Indian supplier relationships before the FTA is enacted capture the advantage immediately. For Indian exporters: dramatically improved price competitiveness in the EU's €5.8 trillion consumer market. GI protection for premium Indian products (Basmati, Darjeeling, artisan handicrafts) creates legally protected premium pricing.
Yes, and this is structurally disclosed and agreed by all parties. The Commission Agency Agreement specifies whether commission is paid by the supplier (most common), the buyer (sourcing-led mandates), or split between both parties. In all cases, both buyer and seller know they are working with the same bilateral intermediary — this is fundamental to building long-term trust with both sides. Undisclosed dual agency is unethical and legally risky; we are always transparent about our role.
For sell-side mandates: Indian manufacturers with revenues of €500K–€10M, at or approaching succession age, seeking an EU acquirer or strategic partner. For buy-side mandates: EU companies wanting to vertically integrate Indian manufacturing, acquire an Indian client base, or establish an Indian manufacturing presence without greenfield investment. For JV mandates: Indian and EU companies with complementary products, markets, or capabilities who want a formal structured partnership without full acquisition.
Yes, this is one of our fastest-growing verticals. We coordinate the full Amazon Global Selling (AGS) setup: seller account registration, brand registry, ASIN creation, FBA logistics (India to Amazon EU/US/UAE fulfilment centres), PPC campaign management, listing optimisation, and customer service coordination. We earn 8–15% of monthly revenue generated through our management. Ideal for Indian manufacturers with branded products seeking DTC access to the EU, USA, or UAE market without establishing a physical presence.
We facilitate immigration advisory through referrals to licensed immigration lawyers — we are not immigration lawyers ourselves. Our specific expertise is in the Portugal D2 Entrepreneur Visa pathway (relevant to our Portuguese base), Golden Visa alternatives, and EU Blue Card routes for Indian professionals. We coordinate the initial assessment, prepare the commercial case documentation for visa purposes (especially business plans for D2/entrepreneur visa applications), and introduce the client to the appropriate licensed immigration law firm. Fee: referral-based; the immigration lawyer charges their own fee.
We are commercial facilitators, not guarantors of either party's performance. In the event of a dispute, we provide mediating communication support and can coordinate access to pre-agreed arbitration procedures. We strongly recommend that all principals (buyers and sellers) include a clear dispute resolution clause in their commercial contract specifying seat of arbitration, governing law, and the relevant arbitral institution (ICC, LCIA, or SIAC for India-EU contracts). We also recommend pre-shipment inspection by an independent third party (SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek) to minimise post-shipment quality disputes.
Three structural advantages: (1) Vetted suppliers — we have documented certifications, pricing benchmarks, lead times, and visited or verified the manufacturing capability before any introduction. Alibaba listings are unverified. (2) Bilateral presence — our India office manages the supply side in real time; our Portugal office manages the buyer relationship in the EU. No trade directory offers this. (3) Commission alignment — we earn only when a deal closes, so we only pursue introductions we believe will result in a completed transaction. A trade directory has no incentive to curate quality.
Absolutely — this is vertical 22 (Online & Offline Consultancy). A monthly retainer gives you access to our bilateral market intelligence, sector-specific advice, deal origination support, and regulatory navigation across any category you are entering. Retainer levels: €500/month (2 hours dedicated advisory + research), €1,500/month (5 hours + active deal origination), €3,000/month (10 hours + active buyer/supplier matching + documentation support). All retainers are credited against success fees when a deal is facilitated.
We connect international patients (primarily from MENA, Africa, UK, and Europe) with NABH-accredited and JCI-accredited Indian hospitals for elective and specialist procedures — orthopaedics, cardiac, oncology, fertility, dental, and Ayurvedic wellness. The referral fee (5–12% of the hospital's invoice) is paid by the hospital, not the patient. For the patient, we provide treatment comparison, hospital introduction, travel coordination, visa support, and post-treatment follow-up coordination. India's cost advantage over EU private healthcare is 60–80% for equivalent procedures.

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