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The Amerigo Vespucci and Villaggio Italia dock in Mumbai from November 28th to December 2nd

Address: Green Gate Indira Dock, Shoorji Vallabhdas Marg, Indira Docks, Mumbai Port Trust, Mazagaon, Mumbai

The historic sailing ship and training ship of the Italian Navy and the Villaggio Italia – an itinerant mini “expo” dedicated to Italian excellence – will be open to visitors free of charge and upon reservation

At Villaggio Italia will take place the exhibitions dedicated to design, photography and technology, concerts by the band of the Italian Air Force, film screenings in collaboration with the Venice International Film Festival of La Biennale di Venezia and important moments of analysis offered by talks and conferences

In these 5 days dedicated to the promotion of Made in Italy the following Italian authorities will be present:

the Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy Adolfo Urso; the Undersecretary of State for Defence Matteo Perego di Cremnago on behalf of the Minister of Defence;

 the Ambassador of Italy to India HE Antonio Bartoli; the Chief of Staff of the Italian Navy Admiral Enrico Credendino and Luca Andreoli CEO of Difesa Servizi

Link to photos and videos of the Tour Mondiale Vespucci https://shorturl.at/EcArC

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ACCESS

  • Access to the Villaggio Italia and the Amerigo Vespucci is free, subject to availability
  • To access the port area, it is essential to book on the website https://tourvespucci.it/en/mumbai-28-november-2-december-2024/ at least 4 days in advance of the date chosen for the visit
  • For visitors, the entrance to the port will be from Green Gate Indira Dock, Shoorji Vallabhdas Marg, Indira Docks, Mumbai Port Trust, Mazagaon, Mumbai
  • Free shuttles will be available from Green Gate to Villaggio Italia/Amerigo Vespucci
  • To access the port it will be necessary to show an identity document
  • Non-Indian citizens will not be able to access the port area with just the tourist visa

MUMBAI, India, Nov. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Amerigo Vespucci, historic sailing ship and training ship of the Italian Navy, Ambassador of Made in Italy in the world, is engaged in a world tour that will take it, for the first time in its 93-year history, to Mumbai, India, where it will stop from November 28 to December 2.

Amerigo Vespucci arrives in Mumbai

During its stay in Mumbai, the Amerigo Vespucci will be accompanied by Villaggio Italia, the international Made in Italy exposition that gathers together the “national teams of Italian excellence”, so that the world tour of Nave Amerigo Vespucci is a unified expression of the values of the entire Italian nation and a showcase of Italian excellence and supply chains, a driving force for the economy and for the diffusion of Italian culture.

The “World Tour – Villaggio Italia” initiative, strongly supported by the Minister of Defence of the Italian Government, Guido Crosetto, and supported by 11 Ministries, together with the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, combines the traditional training and naval diplomacy activities of the training ship with the promotion of Made in Italy excellence in the main ports covered by the campaign.

In Mumbai, the 28th stop of the Amerigo Vespucci World Tour and the fifth appointment with the Villaggio Italia , the following Italian authorities will be present: the Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy Adolfo Urso; the Undersecretary of State for Defence Matteo Perego di Cremnago on behalf of the Minister of Defence; the Italian Ambassador to India HE Antonio Bartoli; the Chief of Staff of the Italian Navy Admiral Enrico Credendino and Luca Andreoli CEO of Difesa Servizi, the in-house company of the Ministry of Defence that creates and supports all phases of the initiative.

Design, art, cinema, photography, music, technology and innovation: the Vespucci World Tour will bring to the Villaggio Italia in Mumbai all the experiences that have attracted the greatest public interest in the previous stages, together with the visits aboard the Amerigo Vespucci and the moments of meeting and analysis offered by the scheduled conferences. All the activities of the Villaggio Italia and the visits aboard the Amerigo Vespucci will be accessible free of charge upon registration on the website https://tourvespucci.it/en/mumbai-28-november-2-december-2024/ within the times indicated to obtain authorization to access the port area where the activities are hosted, 4 days before the day chosen for the visit for both Indian citizens and those who are not Indian citizens (for the latter, a tourist visa alone does not allow access).

The activities proposed by Villaggio Italia:

DESIGN will be the protagonist in Mumbai with the exhibition “Italia Geniale” dedicated to Italian design, created by the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy and the Ministry of Defence in collaboration with ADI Design Museum which tells the world about the invention, creativity and design capabilities of Made in Italy; ART with the work “la David” created by Jacopo Cardillo, aka JAGO, a young but already famous Italian sculptor (one of the most ‘instagrammed’) who with his marble sculptures is inspired by the past but wants to go beyond it (he is the first artist to have sent a marble sculpture to the International Space Station, in 2019, on the occasion of ESA’s Beyond mission); CINEMA with the programming created in collaboration with the Venice International Film Festival of La Biennale di Venezia; PHOTOGRAPHY with the exhibition curated by Ansa entitled “Italy, travelling through time” and the exhibition “We are the Sea” curated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation with photos dedicated to the seas, coasts and Italian landscapes and the need to protect their richness. In Mumbai too, MUSIC will be the protagonist every day at the Villaggio Italia, thanks to the presence of the Band of the Italian Air Force and a Puccini gala organised exceptionally at The Royal Opera House in Mumbai (29 November at 7pm IST) by the Italian Cultural Institute on the occasion of the centenary of the death of Giacomo Puccini.

Even in Mumbai, moments of meeting, analysis and networking will be dedicated to strategic issues for the country starting from the event Nave Amerigo Vespucci meets India, from Mumbai a look toward Italyorganized by ANSA, Italian press agency (29 November at 3pm IST) with a focus on “success stories of Italians in India and Indians in Italy through the fusion of different cultures” which will be followed by: the conference “Invest in Italy: where innovating is tradition. A foreign direct investment conference” by the Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy dedicated to attracting investments with the related networking moment (30 November at 10.30 IST); the conference dedicated to the Blue and Space Economy (30 November at 14.30 IST); the meeting “Vespucci meets Mumbaidedicated to Italian companies in the Marahastra organized by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in India, ICE – Italian Trade Agency, Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy and Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (December 1st at 10.00 IST); the “Vespucci meets Festa Italiana” exhibition of Made in Italy lifestyle products organized by the Italian Chamber of Commerce (28 November at 7 pm IST), the event “Exploring La Dolce Vita: Italy’s offer to India’s travel thrill“, curated by ENIT and the Ministry of Tourism dedicated to tourism operators with a specific focus on the luxury market (1 December at 11.30 am IST), the conference dedicated to IMEC the IndiaMiddle EastEurope economic corridor (30 November at 4.30 pm IST) and the event Crafting Elegance: the World of Luxury between Italy and India“, discussion with designers and companies on possible synergies between Italy and India in the world of luxury (1 December 6 pm IST).

TECHNOLOGY and INNOVATION will have a new ad hoc space in Mumbai thanks to the immersive exhibition “Looking Beyondpromoted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation together with the Italian Space Agency and Telespazio/e-GEOS of the Leonardo group, which offers an engaging experience among 60 spectacular images of our planet acquired by the satellites of the Italian constellation of the ASI and the Ministry of Defence, COSMO-SkyMed. This will provide an opportunity to reflect on the contribution of satellite technologies to Earth observation, to the promotion of sustainable development and to the protection of natural and cultural heritage. Finally, there will be the story of the most innovative infrastructures in Italy, between present and future, North and South of Italy, with the MOSE of Venice and the project of the bridge over the Strait of Messina .

Visits on board the Amerigo Vespucci

From Friday 29th November to Sunday 1st December it will be possible to board the Amerigo Vespucci to experience first-hand the charm of the ship defined as “the most beautiful in the world”, guardian of the most ancient naval and seafaring traditions for over ninety years and emblem of the Italian Armed Forces.

Visits on board are available on the following days: Friday 29 November from 10.00 to 12.00; Saturday 30 November from 10.00 to 12.00; Sunday 1 December from 10.00 to 12.00 and in the afternoon from 14.30 to 19.30.

Visits are free, to access it is possible to book your entrance at the following link https://tourvespucci.it/en/mumbai-28-november-2-december-2024/ 

For the visit, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes

Villaggio Italia

Villaggio Italia, with all its exhibitions, will be open to the public every day from 9.30 am to 10 pm (with the exception of November 28th when Villaggio Italia will open at 3 pm and December 2nd when Villaggio Italia will close at 1 pm after the departure of the Amerigo Vespucci).

Entrance to Villaggio Italia is free.

On the website  https://tourvespucci.it/en/mumbai-28-november-2-december-2024/ you can find more information and reserve your places for the activities scheduled at the Villaggio Italia with limited places.

  • Painting:
    • Thursday 28 November from 3.30pm to 10.00pm: live painting competition dedicated to the Amerigo Vespucci, with the best works created awarded at the end of the day.
  • Music – the performances of the band of the Italian Air Force at the Villaggio Italia:
    • Thursday 28th November from 3.00pm to 4.00pm and from 8.30pm to 9.30pm (concert)
    • Friday 29th November from 10.30am to 11.30am
    • Saturday 30th November from 10.30 to 11.30 and from 18.30 to 19.30
    • Sunday 1st December from 11.30 to 12.30 and 20.30 to 21.30 (concert)
  • Cinema – the screenings scheduled at the Villaggio Italia:
    • Friday 29th November at 8.00pm “Felicità” by Micaela Ramazzotti
    • Saturday 30th November at 8.00pm “Commander” by Edoardo de Angelis
    • Sunday 1st December at 6.00 pm “Bellissima” by Luchino Visconti

IMPORTANT TO ACCESS THE VILLAGGIO ITALIA AND THE AMERIGO VESPUCCI:

  • To access the port area, it is essential to book on the website https://tourvespucci.it/en/mumbai-28-november-2-december-2024/ at least 4 days in advance of the date chosen for the visit
  • For visitors, the entrance to the port will be from Green Gate Indira Dock, Shoorji Vallabhdas Marg, Indira Docks, Mumbai Port Trust, Mazagaon, Mumbai
  • Free shuttles will be available from Green Gate to Villaggio Italia/Amerigo Vespucci
  • To access the port it will be necessary to show an identity document
  • Non-Indian citizens will not be able to access the Port area with only a tourist visa

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Lumina Datamatics Wins IMC RBNQA – Performance Excellence Trophy 2025 in the Service Category

MUMBAI, India, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lumina Datamatics, a strategic partner to global publishers and eCommerce retailers, has won the IMC RBNQA – Performance Excellence Trophy 2025 in the Service category. The award was presented at a prestigious ceremony held at the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Mumbai on 30th April 2026.

This esteemed recognition is part of the IMC Ramkrishna Bajaj National Quality (RBNQ) Awards for 2025, one of India’s most respected benchmarks for organizational excellence. The award underscores Lumina Datamatics’ unwavering commitment to business excellence, quality-driven processes, and continuous performance improvement. Notably, Lumina Datamatics Limited is the only organization recognized in the service segment this year, representing excellence across the Business Process Management spectrum.

The selection followed a rigorous multi-stage evaluation process conducted by an eminent panel of judges, assessing organizations on key parameters such as leadership, strategy, customer focus, operational effectiveness, and overall business performance.

Speaking on the achievement, Sameer Kanodia, Managing Director & CEO, Lumina Datamatics, and Vice Chairman & CEO, TNQTech said, “We are deeply honored to receive this recognition. This achievement reflects the collective dedication, collaboration, and relentless focus on quality demonstrated by our teams across the organization. It reinforces our commitment to delivering consistent value to our clients worldwide while continuously striving for excellence in everything we do.”

The milestone highlights Lumina Datamatics’ strong foundation in operational excellence and its ongoing efforts to set new benchmarks in service delivery across global markets.

About Lumina Datamatics:

Lumina Datamatics is a trusted partner in providing digital Content Services, Retail Support Services, and Technology Solutions to companies in the Publishing and Retail Industries worldwide. We are among the largest service providers in the Content space, and our customers include 8 of the top 10 academic publishers and 3 of the 5 largest Retailers and Marketplaces. Lumina Datamatics’ expert solutions combine its various in-house and client-facing platforms, partnerships with global technology leaders, and more than 7,500 professionals across the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, the Philippines, and India. This integrated global capability enables the company to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions to clients worldwide.

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HOP Events, helmed by Kalpesh Kinariwala, bridges Indian talent and global prestige at the Shows of India 2026 Conclave

  • The anchor sponsorship of the Shows of India 2026 Conclave marks HOP Events’ official pathway into the Indian subcontinent; the UAE-based premium live entertainment company aims to source and showcase extraordinary Indian talent in the markets it operates in.
  • This move will bridge the gap between iconic Indian artists — rooted in Indian and South Asian culture — and world-class international venues and global audiences.
  • In addition to headlining the conclave as its anchor sponsor, HOP Events also made its presence felt in crucial conversations and networking hubs, with Founder and Chairman Kalpesh Kinariwala gracing the conclave as a speaker.

NEW DELHI, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HOP Events, a UAE-based premium live entertainment company, made landfall on Indian shores through the eagerly awaited Shows of India 2026 Conclave. The sixth edition of the event, which drew to a close on May 2, brought together high-profile industry veterans, change-makers, and disruptors who are shaping the future of India’s live entertainment economy.

Led by industry trailblazer Kalpesh Kinariwala, HOP Events not only participated as the anchor sponsor for the conclave but also broke new ground by offering Indian talent and agencies unprecedented inroads into global markets and prestigious productions.

Held at Delhi’s upscale The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, the two-day Shows of India 2026 Conclave is India’s most anticipated flagship gathering focused on the live entertainment, events, and experiential segments. It brings together key players from across the industry’s value chain, including event professionals, artist managers, promoters, brands, and creators, and facilitates industry-shaping conversations and collaborations.

HOP Events’ rationale for backing the Shows of India 2026 Conclave was simple but powerful – as a hub for some of the greatest artistic talent in the world, India stands to benefit immensely from HOP Events’ proven expertise in the premium live entertainment industry. With the conclave sitting at the intersection of India’s creative excellence and its commercial ambition, it is the perfect avenue for HOP Events to seek the artists, managers, collaborators, and cultural voices they want to elevate and present to the world. This anchor sponsorship is thus a declaration of HOP Events’ intent to champion Indian talent and carry it far beyond India’s borders.

Elaborating further on the sponsorship, Kalpesh Kinariwala, Founder and Chairman of HOP Events, who also spoke at the conclave, shared:

“India is producing some of the most streamed, most loved, and most culturally significant artists on the planet. Arijit Singh ranks ninth among Spotify’s top artists globally. A.R. Rahman has 75 million followers and ranks ahead of global superstars. Rishab Sharma is the number one followed sitar player in the world. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Aditya Gadhvi, Anuv Jain — these are artists with massive, passionate global fanbases.

Yet their presence on international stages, particularly in the Gulf and beyond, remains far below what their stature deserves. That is the opportunity HOP Events is seizing. The UAE is home to a millions-strong South Asian diaspora — professionals, families, and communities who are hungry for these artists and have both the means and the desire to attend premium live experiences. The Shows of India 2026 Conclave gives us the needed platform to engage with this talent ecosystem at exactly the moment when appetite for Indian talent on the global stage has never been higher.”

The conclave’s growing eminence as a premium, high-production-value platform was further underscored by its association with HOP Events, an industry leader in creating large-scale experiential events. Through the years, the Shows of India Conclave has differentiated itself through its trailblazing properties and a star-studded artist line-up. By essaying the role of anchor sponsor for India’s premier business and entertainment conclave, HOP Events is throwing the doors open for partnerships with Indian artist managers, talent agencies, record labels, and creative professionals.

As the force behind the sold-out Etihad Arena concert with Arijit Singh, A.R. Rahman, and Rishab Sharma, HOP Events knows what it takes to market Indian artists to global audiences, fill premium venues, and create experiences that do justice to the cultural magnitude these artists carry.

In the mid-to-long term, HOP Events aims to become the defining bridge between Indian artistic talent and the global stage. The company is actively scaling across the GCC and extending further into South Asian diaspora hubs globally, with the goal of bringing world-class talent backed by high-end productions and marketing sophistication to deep, passionate, and underserved audiences for Indian and South Asian cultural experiences.

About HOP Events

Founded by industry veteran Kalpesh Kinariwala, HOP Events is one of the UAE’s most prestigious names in premium live entertainment. It is hailed for curating global live experiences across the UAE and beyond. The company brings together eminent international artists, creativity, and immaculate organization on one stage, delivering world-class live concerts and entertainment experiences that make a lasting impression on the cultural fabric of the region. HOP Events’ expertise spans from close-up intimate performances to sold-out iconic arenas and includes notable names such as Arijit Singh, A.R. Rahman, and Rishab Sharma. The company differentiates itself through the three pillars of innovation, excellence, and a strong community focus. In doing so, it creates experiences that anchor communities, build connection, and foster a stronger sense of belonging, while delighting audiences with seamless execution, elevated experiences, and disruptive thinking.

https://hopevents.ae/

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MSEED and SCOPE Global Skills University Sign Strategic Partnership to Shape the Future of Experiential Marketing Education

MUMBAI, India and BHOPAL, India, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Premium education institute MSEED (The Management School of Events and Experience Design) today partnered with SCOPE Global Skills University, Bhopal, to introduce a two-year MBA in Event Management and Experiential Marketing.

Besides boosting students academically, this association intends to equip them with the evolving demands of events and the experiential marketing ecosystem. Furthermore, the collaboration will be fueled by industry expertise and academic structure, helping students build a career in the fast-growing fields of events, entertainment, and experiential marketing.

At a time when experiential marketing is ‘evolving from a tactical activation to a strategic growth engine for brands’, this collaboration serves right.

Speaking on this exclusive partnership between MSEED and SCOPE, Joshua Newman, Vice-President – Marketing & Partnerships, MSEED, said, “Our focus has always been on outcomes, not just education. This partnership allows us to extend that vision by working with SCOPE Global Skills University to create a program that prepares students for real careers. From curriculum to classroom delivery and industry exposure, every aspect is designed to ensure that students graduate with confidence, clarity, and practical experience.”

The MBA program is designed to:

  • Provide a recognized postgraduate qualification with a specialized focus
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  • Offering industry interaction, mentorship, and exposure
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Dr. Vijay Singh, Vice Chancellor of SGSU, hailed the launch as a landmark moment for the city. “This is a remarkable event not just for our university, but for the city of Bhopal. We are witnessing a paradigm shift in how specialized education is delivered in Madhya Pradesh. By launching this MBA in Event Management, we are providing our youth with a platform to master the art of execution, creativity, and management right here in their home state,” he said.

The partnership was formally cemented through the signing of an agreement between the two institutions in the esteemed presence of Mangubhai C. Patel, the current and 19th Governor of Madhya Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of industry-integrated education in India.

For more information on events and experiential marketing, please visit our website.

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About MSEED

MSEED, a part of EVA Group, India’s one of the largest live event companies, and backed by 200 odd industry veterans, the institute brings with it deep-rooted industry expertise and real-world insights. It is a creative business institute designed for the next generation of storytellers, strategists, producers, and brand builders. The mission is not just to prepare students for jobs, but to lead industries. 

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