CBAM is causing trade and business realignments for companies across the globe, particularly the ones dealing in trade with the European Union.…
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Trade Information: Providing quantitative and qualitative data on service consumption in Export Market
Market Analysis: Country/Service Analysis, Market Solution, Country Risk Assessment
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Business Contacts: Exporters Directory, Buyers Introduction, Trade Support Directory Read More
Export Development:
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Export Readiness: Analyse Services positioning and client competitiveness
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Training and Counselling: Training on topics such as business intelligence, service development, services delivery planning, Skill Development, Branding, Negotiation Skills Read More
Export/Investment Promotion
Export Promotion: Organising Promotional Events such exhibitions, trade missions etc, providing advice/financing for the participation of enterprise in promotional events, Organising BSMs, Organising Communication campaigns to promote country exports Read More
Enabling Business Environment
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Facilitating Cross Border Trade: Providing arbitration/dispute resolution, providing advice for the creation of companies, business regulations and export procedures, directly participating in International and multilateral trade negotiations, Formulating and submitting position papers on policy issue Read More
About SEPC
Services Export Promotion Council, set up by Ministry of Commerce and Industry has been mandated to facilitate global business opportunities for India’s services sector. Since its inception in 2006, SEPC has following broad roles and responsibilities : Read More
Powering Indian Exporters for a Low-Carbon Future
CleanCarbon.ai and the Services Export Promotion Council (SEPC) have joined hands to launch Carbon Cell – a dedicated initiative to empower Indian exporters with CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) compliance, decarbonisation strategies, and global competitiveness.
About Carbon Cell
Carbon Cell is designed as a knowledge, compliance, and support hub for Indian businesses navigating EU’s CBAM requirements. From emissions measurement to reporting, Carbon Cell ensures exporters stay compliant, competitive, and climate-ready.
Voices from the Collaboration
Mr. Nilesh Bhattad
Founder, CleanCarbon.ai
“With CBAM reshaping global trade, exporters need credible support to remain competitive in climate-conscious markets. Carbon Cell will be their partner in achieving cost-efficient and accurate compliance.”
Mr. Manish Kumar Dabkara
Panel Head, Environmental Services, SEPC
“SEPC is proud to collaborate on Carbon Cell, ensuring Indian service providers and exporters are future-ready. Together, we are creating a bridge between compliance and opportunity.”
Our Services for Exporters
Carbon Cell offers end-to-end CBAM support:
CBAM Readiness Assessment
Understand your compliance gaps
Emission Data Management
Simplify carbon accounting with automation
CBAM Reporting & Filing
EU-compliant, accurate, and on time
Carbon Tax Savings Advisory
Minimize exposure and optimize costs
Capacity Building & Training
Workshops, webinars, and knowledge resources
Supplier & Value Chain Support
Extend compliance readiness across partners
CBAM Readiness Assessment
Understand your compliance gaps
Emission Data Management
Simplify carbon accounting with automation
CBAM Reporting & Filing
EU-compliant, accurate, and on time
Carbon Tax Savings Advisory
Minimize exposure and optimize costs
Capacity Building & Training
Workshops, webinars, and knowledge resources
Supplier & Value Chain Support
Extend compliance readiness across partners
Videos
Focus Topics
- Global Defence Service Exports: Scaling DAM SMEs & Startups for International Markets
- Public-Private Synergy: Co-Creating Exportable Defence Technologies
- AI-Driven Defence Services: Trusted AI/ML for Decision-Making Across Land, Air, and Sea
- Cybersecurity Exports: Building Resilience for Hybrid Warfare
- Maritime Drones and Robotics: Exportable Solutions for Naval and Coastal Security
- Quantum Security Services: Encrypting Defence for Post-Quantum Markets
- iDEX for Global Exports: Bridging Prototypes to International Procurement
- Digital Twins for Defence: Exporting Simulation and Operational Efficiency Solutions
- Inclusive Export Ecosystem: Empowering Women in Defence Technology and Leadership
Agenda
| 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Registration & Welcome |
| 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Inaugural Session & Lighting of Lamp |
| 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM |
Expert Industry Session |
| 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM |
Expert Industry Session |
| 11:30 AM - 11:45 AM |
Coffee Break and Visit to Booth Area |
| 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM |
Panel Discussion 1 —From Local to Global: Scaling Indian Defence SMEs & Startups for Export Markets |
| 12:30 PM - 01:15 PM |
Panel Discussion 2 — Breaking Silos: How Can India’s Defence Ministry & Industry Co-Create the Next Generation of Battlefield Technologies |
| 01:15 PM – 01:45 PM |
Panel Discussion 3 — Exploring Modern IT Architecture, ERP & Data Protection and Resiliency for Defence Forces and Defence PSUs |
| 01:45 PM – 02:30 PM | Networking Lunch and Visit to Booth Area |
| 02:30 PM – 02:45 PM |
Fireside Chat — AI in Combat: Trusted AI/ML Models for Tactical Decision-Making |
| 02: 45 PM – 03.00 PM |
Special Session — Startups & the ‘Valley of Death’: Bridging the Gap Between Prototypes and Procurement |
| 03:00 PM – 03:45 PM |
Panel Discussion 4 — Technical Modernization & Capacity Building for Defence Forces |
| 03:45 PM – 04:00 PM |
Special Session/Fireside Chat — Reimagining Tech Research Investment & Innovation for Defence & Aerospace |
| 04:00 PM – 04:15 PM |
Coffee Break and Visit to Booth Area |
| 04:15 PM – 04:30 PM |
Special Session — Quantum Readiness: Encrypting India’s Defence for Post-Quantum Threats |
| 04:30 PM – 05:00 PM |
Reimagining Women in Defence – Challenges & Opportunity |
| 5:00 PM ONWARDS |
Valedictory Address |
Past Speakers
Former Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria
Indian Air Force
Lt. Gen Vinod G Khandare
Principal Adviser to the Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Dr. BK Das
Director General(Electronics & Communications System), DRDO, Government of India
Dr. Subrata Rakshit
DS & Director (Technology Management), DRDO, Government of India
Dr. Amit Sharma
Additional Director General & Advisor (Cyber), DRDO, Ministry of Defence
Vice Admiral SN Ghormade
Fomer Vice Chief Naval Staff, Indian Navy
Lt. Gen. RKS Kushwaha
Former DG Ordnance Services, Indian Army
Lt. Gen AP Singh
Former DG Air Defence, Indian Army
Air Vice Marshal Rajiva
Assistant Chief of Integrated Defence Staff(ADIDS)(PP & FS), Indian Air Force
Maj Gen CS Mann (VSM)
ADG, Tech, Design, Army Design Bureau
Maj Gen Abhay Dayal
ADG Acquisition Technical (Army), Indian Army
Air Marshal CR Mohan
Air Officer-in-Charge Maintenance Air HQ, Indian Air Force
Shri Rahul Priyadarshi
Chief General Manager, Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)
Group Captain VD Ghorpade
VSM, Group Captain Operations (Information Warfare), Indian Air Force
Group Capt Srihari S Vemparala
Advisor IC-V, Ministry of Defence
Shri Shiv Kumar
Additional Director, Technology Development Fund, DRDO
Shri Ashok Wadhawan
Jt President & Head Land System, Defence & Aerospace, Adani Group
Dr. Sarita Ahlawat
Co-Founder, Botlab Dynamics
Air CMDE Kaushik Das
Air HQ, Indian Air Force
Lt Col Sanjay Kumar Mahala
Programme Director, iDEX - DIO
Col. Surender Kumar Rohilla
Col(SDA), Technical Support Group , Standard Development Authority Ministry of Defence
Col.(Dr.) Updesh Kumar Sharma
joint Adviser, Niti Aayog
Shri CS Sharma
joint Director & Head- PMU, Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Quality Council of India
Mohd Ujaley
Editorial Director, Tech Observer MagazineGlimpses From Past Event
Partnership Opportunities
PRESENTING PARTNER
GOLD PARTNER
GIFTING PARTNER
SILVER PARTNER
SUPPORTING PARTNER
NETWORKING LUNCH PARTNER
PANEL POWERED BY PARTNER
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
PRESENTING PARTNER
- One Executive Keynote Address
- One speaking slot in panel
- One Custom RT
- 2x2 meter Exhibition Booth
- 8-10 Delegate passes
- Lanyard Logo
- Integrated Logo on the stage backdrop
- Standee placement at pre function area
- Logo Branding on Registration Backdrop
- Logo presence in all Event related communications
- Logo Presence on Event EDM shot
- Promotion in the Social Media
- Pre-event and post event articles
- Session Videos
- Exclusive articles TechObserver.in
GOLD PARTNER
- One speaking slot of 15 minutes
- One speaking slot in panel
- 2x2 meter Exhibition Booth
- 5-6 Delegate passes
- Standee placement at pre function area
- Logo Branding on Registration Backdro
- Logo presence in all Event related communications
- Promotion in the Social Media
- Mention in the pre-event and post event articles as a gold partner
- Session Videos on the TechObserver.in
- Exclusive articles on TechObserver.in on your session and panel
SILVER PARTNER
- One speaking of 15 minute or speaking option in the panel discussion
- 2x2 meter Exhibition Booth
- 4-5 Delegate passes
- Standee placement at pre function area
- Logo Branding on Registration Backdrop
- Logo presence in all Event related communications
- Logo Presence on Event EDM shot
- Promotion in the Social Media
- Mention in the pre-event and post event articles as a silver partner
- Session Videos on the TechObserver.in
- Exclusive articles on TechObserver.in
SUPPORTING PARTNER
- One speaking slot in panel
- 2-3 Delegate passes
- Standee placement at pre function area
- Logo Branding on Registration Backdrop
- Logo presence in all Event related communications
- Logo Presence on Event EDM shot
- Promotion in the Social Media
- Mention in the pre-event and post event articles as a suppoorting partner
- Session Videos on the TechObserver.in
- Exclusive articles on TechObserver.in on your session and panel
GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES
BUSINESS GROWTH
BUSINESS CONTINUITY
TRADE
INTELLIGENCE
EXPORT
DEVELOPMENT
EXPORT
PROMOTION
ENABLING
BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
SEPC has following broad roles and responsibilities:
- To create business opportunities for both aspiring and established service exporters.
- To serve as a bridge between the Government and the Industry—providing policy recommendations, addressing industry concerns, and offering insights into global markets (both existing and emerging) with regard to opportunities, challenges, and regulatory landscapes.
- To facilitate service exports by developing business enablers such as incentive structures and organizing targeted, market-oriented promotional events and activities.
- To extend access to various grants and schemes announced by the Ministry of Commerce, relevant line ministries, and state governments.
Benefits and opportunities available for SEPC members:
- Opportunities for members to be a part of various Committees, Core Groups and Think Tank members, to represent their interests, with the relevant regulatory bodies.
- Access authentic trade leads, market access opportunities in existing and emerging markets.
- Avail benefits for capacity building and skill development through activities organized by SEPC such as workshops, training programs, knowledge sessions on emerging industry trends, digitalization and sustainability in service sectors.
- Opportunities for new business alliances and joint ventures, expanding India's footprint in global markets, through SEPC extensive network.
- Opportunities to identify business opportunities, facilitation of market access, promoting India's service sector offerings by SEPC through collaboration with Indian Embassies, High Commissions abroad, and Foreign Missions in India.
- Opportunities to actively participate in policy formulation through SEPC policy advocacy, support, and collaboration with all the line ministries, States Govt. Organizations/Boards, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and industry associations to influence favorable trade policies towards enabling business environment.
- Opportunities to participate in international exhibitions, Buyer-Sellers Meet/Reverse Buyer-Sellers Meet and all other export promotional activities at subsidised cost.
- SEPC members are eligible for visa facilitation for their international business visits. Based on the visa recommendation letter issued by SEPC to the concerned embassy, members may apply for their visas accordingly.
- Financial support (Partial reimbursement of cost for economy class airfare subject to guidelines under MAI scheme) to member exporters participating with SEPC in international trade fairs, exhibitions, trade delegations and buyer-seller meets, to reduce the cost burden and increasing global exposure.
- In addition to the partial air fare reimbursement, SEPC members are eligible to avail many more benefits under MAI Scheme related to capacity building on Standards and Regulations, statutory compliances, Export Market Research, Marketing, Branding, Publicity, Campaign and Cataloguing etc.
- Become eligible for schemes implemented by respective line Ministries from time to time.
- Issuance of Export Performance Certificate and GST Paid Certificate to the member service exporter to avail the benefit of Bank Guarantee exemptions under Advance Authorisation (AA), Duty-Free Import Authorisation (DFIA), and Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) schemes.
- SEPC, through its expert advisory team, provides pro-bono advisory services to its members in areas such as GST, Income-tax, Customs Laws, and Foreign Trade Policy.
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