Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Ltd. (DHFL) was established in 1984 and is the second largest private housing finance company in India. The company has a network of 56 branches and 111 service locations across India and has been providing housing finance to the Lower & Middle Income (LMI) group in both the semi-urban and the rural belts of the country for the last 24 years. The company also has a representative office in Dubai that provides housing loans to Non Resident Indians (NRI) to purchase homes in India.

DHFL has a large portfolio of products catering to the needs of its customers. The company offers products such as Home loan, Home extension loan, Home improvement loan, NRI loan, Plot loan, Mortgage loan and Non-residential property loan.  

DHFL has been continuously introducing new products and variants for its customers. The company recently introduced “A Non-Income Proof Scheme called ‘Samarth’ for self employed individuals. The company also introduced a home loan linked insurance policy called ‘Amar Chhaya’ in association with SBI Life. DHFL has been the first company in India to introduce a ‘Reverse Mortgage’ scheme called ‘Saksham’ for the senior citizens in India.

Understanding the profile of its customers, DHFL has tied up with Cholamandalam General Insurance Company to provide a special insurance policy ‘SAMPOORNA RAKSHAK’ with a three-fold benefit of insurance cover against accidental death, property loss against natural calamities and a cover of up to 3 installments in case of loss of employment. In its bid to provide shelter to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) of the society, DHFL has over a period granted housing loans to 2000 plus such families in association with various NGO’s across the country.

DHFL, since inception, has assisted more than thousands of home buyers to realize their dreams of owning a home. The company has maintained its AA + credit rating by CARE for its long term paper and fixed deposit schemes. The company also received rating of P1+ from CRISIL for its short term resource raising program to a tune of Rs. 300 crore and AAA (SO) rating from CARE and FITCH for its securization program.

RAKINDO Developers is a property development and master planning company that is focussed on creating a qualitatively different lifestyle for young India .

RAKINDO is committed to develop a signature brand of Integrated Townships that conceptually revolve around nature and will provide a kind of environmental freedom to its habitants never experienced before. The mainstay divisions of RAKINDO's business operations are Integrated Townships, Commercial Malls, Special Economic Zones and Hospitality. Going ahead RAKINDO will expand its operations to include a full-fledged Infrastructure division.

All developments by RAKINDO are master planned on walk to work culture with golf course being the leit motif. All large RAKINDO properties, more than 100 acres, are designed in a manner to create space, greenery and ensure that residents don't just enjoy beautiful homes, but an environment conducive to better health.

RAKINDO Developers Pvt. Ltd., is a Joint Venture between RAKEEN (Pvt.) Ltd., UAE, a Joint Stock Global Business Company, promoted by the Govt. of Ras Al Khaimah, UAE and the TRIMEX Group.

RAKEEN is a property development and master planning company, based in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, that designs and develops world class resorts and residential properties in the Middle East, China, India and Europe, with the following profile:-

• Six ongoing projects in UAE, Georgia, Azerbaijan
• Committed investments of over $600 million globally
• Investing $ 250 million into India currently

To List a Few:
Al Murjan Islands : The cluster of five islands extends over 2.7million square metres and is worth over USD 1.8 billion. The project is expected to be completed by mid 2009.
RAK Offshore : Worth over USD 0.8 billion. The project will include uniquely designed towers with residential apartments, hotels, commercial areas and retail components.
The Gateway – an integrated commercial and residential development will be built in 5 phases and will be complete by 2012. The development will house 50,000 residents

The TRIMEX Group is a trans-national mineral conglomerate headquartered in Dubai that mines, sources, processes and delivers industrial raw materials. 

RAKINDO is already developing Coimbatore’s first ”Integrated Township” along with an ”Information Technology Park” across an area of 800 acres in association with the Government of Tamil Nadu, with a capital outlay of over $ 1.5 Billion.

RAKINDO is also developing India’s first true blown Marina on the East Coast, across 600 acres, which when completed will feature a world class golf course, high-end residential villas, a resort hotel, with water sports, leisure and entertainment amenities. The Marina when completed is expected to be one of the best on offer in the world.

The total capital outlay in both these projects is estimated at over $ 4 Billion. The Coimbatore project will commence in the first quarter of 2008 and the Marina project will start by the first quarter of 2009. Both these projects are expected to be fully operational in five years from start date.

With existing land bank assets of over 4000 acres, RAKINDO has chalked out ambitious growth plans for establishing a pan Indian presence that will focus on Tier I cities such as Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Pune, Goa and Tier II towns like Vizag, Kakinada, Trivandrum, Kochi, Trichy, Madurai and Nagpur.

The total developmental potential by the end of 2010 will be a staggering 50mln. sq.ft. valued at over USD 5 Billion in terms of sales revenue.

Mahindra Lifespace Developers Limited (MLDL) is one of India’s leading real estate development companies. MLDL is directly engaged in the business of developing residential facilities, commercial complexes and through its subsidiary companies is involved in various infrastructure projects including development of Special Economic Zones. MLDL has successfully completed numerous projects in Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Gurgaon & New Delhi.

The Company focuses on quality, transparency and on consumer orientation in order to provide its customers with the highest possible value, when it comes to real estate development. The company has recently changed name from Mahindra Gesco Developers ltd. to Mahindra Lifespace Developers ltd.

Explaining the rationale, Mr. Arun Nanda, Vice Chairman, MLDL said, “Mahindra Lifespaces was among the first corporates to step into the construction segment and has created a niche for itself. The name change to Mahindra Lifespaces reflects the company’s brand proposition of creating spaces for healthy living – whether homes or offices. Building on the Mahindra lineage, Mahindra Lifespaces has focused on quality, transparency and providing value to customers.”

Few of the landmark projects are,
Belvedere Court - (Mahalaxmi, Mumbai), Mahindra Towers - (Worli, Mumbai),
Mahindra Gardens - (Goregaon, Mumbai), GE Gardens - (Mumbai),
Central Park - (Gurgaon), La Mirage - (Pune), GE Plaza - (Pune).
In its commercial complexes the Company houses discerning clients such as Intel, Microsoft, P & O Nedlloyd, Motorola, Compaq, etc. 

Few ongoing projects that would become landmarks in future are,
The Woods – (Wakad, Pune)
Mahindra Royale – (Pimpri, Pune)
Sylvan County – (Chennai)
Mahindra Eminente & Mahindra Splendour –(Mumbai)

The company will shortly launch new project in Faridabad.

Mahindra Lifespaces Quality Systems have been recognized with the prestigious ISO 9001–2000 certification from BVQI (for excellence in design, development, construction and marketing of residential and commercial projects).

Jones Lang LaSalle Meghraj is the Indian operations of Jones Lang LaSalle (NYSE: JLL), the only real estate money management and services firm named to FORTUNE magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” and Forbes magazine’s “400 Best Big Companies”. It is the premiere and largest real estate services company in India, with an extensive geographic footprint across ten cities (Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kochi, Chandigarh and Coimbatore) and a staff strength of over 3300. The company provides investors, developers, local corporates and multinational companies with a comprehensive range of services including research, consultancy, transactions, project and development services, integrated facility management, property management, capital markets, residential, hotels and retail advisory. For further information, please visit www.jllm.co.in

 Globally, Jones Lang LaSalle has approximately 160 offices worldwide and operates in more than 450 cities in over 50 countries. With 2006 revenue of over USD 2 billion, the company provides comprehensive integrated real estate and investment management expertise on a local, regional and global level to owner, occupier and investor clients.

The Triangle Real Estate India Fund is a US$500 million retail centric real estate fund. The fund is jointly promoted by ICS Group, India and Old Mutual Investment Group Property Investments (OMIGPI), South Africa.

A key distinguishing factor that the fund has is that it is a knowledge based partner. Being an opportunistic private equity fund, it aims to acquire multiuse investment grade assets based on established relationships with local developers, retail development experience and capability to execute.

Pioneer Property Zone (joint venture between OMIGPI and ICS Realty), advisor to The Triangle Real Estate Fund Managers Pvt Ltd, provides “complete property solutions” to the shopping centre industry right from site identification and project conceptualisation, to leasing and eventually mall management of a fully operating project.

The ICS Group provides a comprehensive range of property services through a number of joint ventures with international domain leaders. Its areas of focus are architectural design (through Bentel); real estate advisory services, project conceptualisation, lease management and mall management services (through Property Zone); car park management (through Secure Parking Solutions). Besides providing property related services, the ICS Group is also involved in the corporate finance and financial services sector.

OMIGPI is the property division of Old Mutual plc, a UK Listed FTSE 100 Financial Services Group. It has US$4.5 billion assets under management, which includes direct properties and listed vehicles, and manages over 50 shopping centers in South Africa and internationally. OMIGPI is a full service property company with growing international reputation for innovation. It offers a range of specialized services to meet the needs of tenants, owners and investors and to optimize asset value.
 

True Value Homes (TVH), initiated in 1997, is one of Chennai’s premier engineering, construction, and project management company. The brainchild of a group of civil engineers, TVH is the synergy of decades of experience, expertise and innovation. A professionally managed company, the foundation of TVH is the desire to innovate and improve.

TVH has an unparalleled commitment to quality, a keen focus on customer satisfaction and reputation for adhering to globally acknowledged standards. TVH has created many edifices of unsurpassed distinction, using a vast network of well-acclaimed architects, civil engineers, electrical engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers many of whom have been national-level award winners and dedicated to delivering quality.

The backbone of TVH is the highly competent pool of human resources. From sub-contractors to senior architects, TVH employs some of the best engineering talent in the industry with a commitment to ensuring the highest standards of quality in all operating practices. An equal opportunity company, TVH pays equivalent attention to all areas of employment and provides an environment that focuses on comprehensive employee development, helping each one utilize their potential and achieve their objectives.

Driven by the need to provide ‘best-in-class’ solutions in the residential and commercial sector, each TVH creation is the outcome of good location, optimal space management, and limited waste, that is complimented by well-planned interior layouts, practical ventilation and natural light. Most importantly, the attention to minute details is the distinguishing factor in every one of the projects undertaken by TVH. The result of adhering to these ideals is the creation of lasting, mutually rewarding partnerships with our clients, each of whom is a valued member of the TVH extended family as well.

TVH has thus far completed more than 4 million sq ft in cumulative construction space, with about 6 million under construction, consisting of 1.5 million in commercial property and 4.5 million in residential property. TVH has land banks in all major metros in South India. They are also in the process of launching their Hotel, SEZ and entertainment practices.
 

InterContinental Hotels Group is one of the world's largest hotel groups by number of rooms.  IHG owns, manages, leases or franchises, through various subsidiaries, over 3,800 hotels and more than 571,000 guest rooms in nearly 100 countries and territories around the world. IHG owns a portfolio of well recognised and respected hotel brands including InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn® Hotels and Resorts, Holiday Inn Express®, Staybridge Suites®, Candlewood Suites® and Hotel Indigo®, and also manages the world's largest hotel loyalty programme, Priority Club® Rewards with over 33 million members worldwide.

The company pioneered the travel industry’s first collaborative response to environmental issues as founder of the International Hotels and Environment Initiative (IHEI). The IHEI formed the foundations of the Tourism Partnership launched by the International Business Leaders Forum in 2004, of which IHG is still a member today. The environment and local communities remain at the heart of IHG’s global corporate responsibility focus.

IHG offers information and online reservations for all its hotel brands at www.ihg.com and information for the Priority Club Rewards programme at www.priorityclub.com.

Red Fort Capital is a sponsor of leading international and domestic real estate private equity funds. Our investors include pedigreed international pension plans, insurance companies, foundations, endowments and governments. In 2007, they have already committed over to a number of land parcels and real estate projects worth US$ 2 billion in residential, township, and office parks in India, partnering with leading developers. The fund actively invests with local developers and projects in the residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors, acquiring land and/ or providing financial backing for land aggregation and development. Their investments take the form of joint ventures, joint developments, equity, and mezzanine capital.
 
Red Fort’s competitive differentiators include Quick Decision Making and Large Scale Development Experience with a team that has led the development of over 55 mn sq ft on a pan India basis and has a demonstrated record of using innovative construction technologies and project management methodologies.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with approximately 850 properties in more than 95 countries and 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood® Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels and resorts with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, Sheraton®, Westin®, Four Points® by Sheraton, W®, Le Méridien® and the recently announced ALOFTSM and ELEMENTSM Hotels. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com

The Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu network is an organization of member firms around the world devoted to excellence in providing professional services and advice, focused on client service through a global strategy executed in nearly 150 countries. With access to approximately 135,000 people worldwide, the member firms of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu deliver services in four areas - Audit, Tax, Consulting and Corporate Finance - and serve more than half of the world's largest companies, as well as large national enterprises, public institutions and local clients.

Beekman Helix India is a real estate focused merchant bank based in the United States with subsidiary in India.  BHI’s primary geographical focus is the Indian Real Estate Sector. BHI was co-founded by Beekman Advisors, Inc. & Helix Financial Group LLC.  BHI deploys its own capital in conjunction with institutional capital in Indian Real Estate projects and has the ability to deploy capital across the entire capital structure, namely senior debt, mezzanine loans and equity. Since its inception in May 2006, BHI has invested approx. USD 100 million in Indian real estate.

Salans is a truly international law firm with over 700 lawyers and 18 offices in Europe, Asia and the U.S., reflecting our global reach. The firm has particularly extensive experience and a pre-eminent reputation for its expertise in real estate projects in emerging markets, including acquisitions, joint ventures, development, finance, leasing, construction, and dispute resolution.  Our lawyers handle all aspects of real estate transactions in virtually all major real estate sectors, including offices, hotels, warehouse and distribution facilities, large-scale residential developments, and infrastructure projects. Clients include many of the world’s leading institutions, international developers, banks, private equity houses, and multinational corporations.

Oxley Capital Group (“Oxley”) is a private investment house with a focus on real estate and private equity investments.Oxley typically acts as principal and utilizes its own funds to secure transactions and co-invest in partnership with our Family Office investors/shareholders and selected institutional clients.

Oxley is overseen by a highly experienced Board and management team who have worked in Asia over many years. The Group is based in Singapore. Oxley has significant deal pipeline that offers attractive alternative investments for its investor base. This is driven by the extensive contact networks of our principals and the broader Oxley Board of Advisors.

Oxley is backed by several Family Offices as shareholders with a“First Look Right” to participate in transactions originated by the Group. These Family Offices have over US$1 billion in investments, funds under management or advise. Oxley principals and staff own the majority of the company and invest alongside the Family Offices.

Standard Chartered-Istithmar Real Estate Fund Management (“SC-I”) is a strategic joint venture between Standard Chartered Bank and Istithmar which manages a Pan-Asian real estate fund co-sponsored by SCB and Istithmar. SCB is a leading emerging markets financial institution with a global network of branches and a significant presence in Asia (with over 150 years of operation history), Africa and the Middle East. Istithmar is a leading investment manager wholly owned by the Government of Dubai. Since its inception in 2003, Istithmar has over US$9 billion of asset under management, including a substantial holding of real estate. 

ARCH Capital is a joint venture between the Ayala Group of the Philippines and a team of real estate investment professionals from a leading U.S. multinational corporation with significant property investments throughout Asia.

ARCH Capital is currently investing its Asian Fund. The fund focuses on acquiring and developing direct real estate across asset classes including residential, office and retail throughout Asia (excluding Japan and the Philippines) with an initial priority on investments in Greater China, India and Thailand and consideration of investment opportunities in Vietnam and South Korea

ARCH Capital has the capabilities to take advantage of unique market conditions with the team’s vast experience and close relationship with the Ayala Group who support the ARCH Capital team with their in-house talent and resources. The combination creates a unique Asian-owned and managed platform for sourcing and executing complex development transactions.

Assetz is a property development and asset management service company with a focus on complex, mixed use, investment grade projects in India.

With a structured approach to developing and delivering real estate projects, from land identification and inception to final occupation including ongoing asset management, the Assetz team includes experts from every stage of the real estate cycle, with proven track records drawn from best in class international and domestic organizations.
 

Touching New Skies, a term that seems to depict our generation best. To us, at Tirupati Group, it defines the very essence of who we are. The sky is a challenge, an inspiration, a motivation.

Shree Tirupati Group has been one of the most trusted names in Mumbai Real Estate market for past 5 years. Shree Tirupati Developers, a venture of Shree Tirupati Group is an ISO 9001:2000 certified Company with an excellent past track record for on time delivery of projects.

Our current focus is township planning in and around Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.
Please visit our website www.tirupatigroup.com for further details

Bhavana Developers is making a name for itself as one of the leading developers in Hyderabad. We have accomplished this reputation through our focus on the professionalism of our staff and our enviable results.

Bhavana Developers Offers:

• Experienced executives
• A World-Class information technology platform providing executives and clients with 7/24/365 status reporting capability on all projects
• A comprehensive and transparent financial system that is ready to support complex multi-year project acquisition and client due diligence
• Creative architects
• Signature projects that enhance the development of Greater Hyderabad and Andhra Pradesh
• Committed project teams and contractors.

CB Richard Ellis Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBG), an S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services firm (in terms of 2006 revenue). With over 24,000 employees, the Company serves real estate owners, investors and occupiers through more than 300 offices worldwide (excluding affiliate and partner offices). In 2007, CB Richard Ellis was named one of the 50 “best in class” companies by BusinessWeek, and one of the 100 fastest growing companies by Fortune.   Please visit our Web site at www.cbre.com.

In India we are the leading international real estate consultancy with over 1,300 professionals. We offer services in Strategic Consulting & Research, Transaction Management, Asset Services Project, Investment Sales, and Capital Management.

Jumeirah properties are regarded as among the most luxurious and innovative in the world. The luxury international hospitality group encompasses the world renowned Burj Al Arab, the world’s most luxurious hotel, and the Jumeirah Beach Hotel, as well as hotels in London and New York. Building on this success, Jumeirah Group became a member of Dubai Holding in 2004, a collection of leading Dubai based businesses and projects.