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man Sachs and a Director at TVS Logistics Services,
observed: “Since our initial investment in 2008, TVS
Logistics has demonstrated strong growth and suc-
cessfully expanded across the globe, acquiring new
commercial capabilities and establishing footprints in
key geographies to extend its reach throughout North
America, Europe and Asia. Goldman Sachs’ additional
investment in this second round of funding further veri-
fies and symbolizes our conviction in the company’s
strong future growth prospects.”
KKR India now has 15 investment professionals
based in Mumbai, focusing both on private equity and
non-banking financial services. KKR Capstone also has
a dedicated presence in the country. With over $1 billion
invested in India, KKR’s flexible approach includes a
portfolio of majority and minority stakes in companies,
including Aricent, Avantha Power, Bharti Infratel, Cafe
Coffee Day, Dalmia Cement, and Magma Fincorp.
Goldman Sachs is active in private equity and princi-
pal investing in India. Since 2006, the firm has deployed
more than $2 billion in the country.
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Mr. Sanjay Nayar, Head of KKR India
Gordon appointed TVS Logistics Global
Head - Customer Development
TVS Logistics Services Ltd. has announced the appointment of Mr.
Gordon Silvey as Global Head - Customer Development. In his new role,
he will be responsible for continuing the worldwide growth of TVS Logis-
tics, its subsidiaries and joint ventures.
Mr. Gordon will be based out of TVS Logistics’ Chennai office and will
be reporting to Mr. S. Ravichandran, Executive Director, TVS Logistics
Services.
Mr. Gordon said: “I am quite excited to be a part of the TVS Group
which is known for its ethics and values that it offers to its customers.
With my background and experience in the global logistics sector, I am
sure I will be able to add further value in my new role at TVS Logistics.”
TVS Logistics Services, a customer-focused company, believes in
bringing global best practices to further its value to customers. With this,
the company aims at providing both its Indian and global customers a
seamless and unique global experience.
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