MIRA INFORM REPORT

 

 

Report Date :

13.12.2007

 

IDENTIFICATION DETAILS

 

Name :

SUR GEMS

 

 

Registered Office :

1402 Prasad Chambers, Opera House, Mumbai – 400004, Maharashtra

 

 

Country :

India

 

 

Financials (as on) :

31.03.2007

 

 

Date of Incorporation :

1971

 

 

TAN No.:

[Tax Deduction & Collection Account No.]

MUMS02853E

 

 

PAN No.:

[Permanent Account No.]

AAAFS2996R

 

 

Legal Form :

Partnership concern with an unlimited liability of the partners

 

 

Line of Business :

Manufacturers, Traders, Exporters and Importers of Cut And Polished Diamonds

 

RATING & COMMENTS

 

MIRA’s Rating :

Ba

 

RATING

STATUS

PROPOSED CREDIT LINE

41-55

Ba

Overall operation is considered normal. Capable to meet normal commitments.

Satisfactory

 

Maximum Credit Limit :

USD 40000

 

 

Status :

Satisfactory

 

 

Payment Behaviour :

Regular

 

 

Litigation :

Clear

 

 

Comments :

Subject is a well established and reputed concern. Partners are reported as experienced, respectable and having satisfactory means of their own. Trade relations are reported as fair. Business is active. Payments are reported as usually correct and as per commitments.

 

The concern can be considered normal for business dealings at usual trade terms and conditions.

 

LOCATIONS

 

Registered Office :

1402 Prasad Chambers, Opera House, Mumbai – 400004, Maharashtra, India

Tel. No.:

91-22-23691029 / 23674001 / 23629299

Fax No.:

91-22-23629299 / 23640273

E-Mail :

saketm@vsnl.com

info@surgems.net

Website :

http://www.surgems.net

Area :

1500 sq. ft. [Owned]

 

 

Branch Office  :

Located at Kolkata

 

PARTNERS

 

Name :

Mr. Sudhir Mehta

Designation :

Partners

Date of Birth/Age :

58 Years

Qualification :

Graduate

 

 

Name :

Mr. Saket Mehta

Designation :

Partner

Date of Birth/Age :

39 Years

Qualification :

Post Graduate

 

 

Name :

Mr. Vivek Mehta

Designation :

Partner

Date of Birth/Age :

32 Years

Qualification :

Graduate

 

 

Name :

Mr. Sumit Mehta

Designation :

Partner

Date of Birth/Age :

36 Years

Qualification :

Graduate

 

 

Name :

Mrs. Anila Mehta

Designation :

Partner

Date of Birth/Age :

62 Years

 

BUSINESS DETAILS

 

Line of Business :

Manufacturers, Traders, Exporters and Importers of Cut And Polished Diamonds

 

 

Exports :

 

Products :

Cut and Polished Diamonds

Countries :

Belgium, Thailand, USA, Hongkong, Middle East, Africa and Israel 

 

 

Imports :

 

Products :

Rough Diamonds

Countries :

Belgium, Israel, Dubai and Russia

 

 

Terms :

 

Selling :

Credit [120-180 days] and D/A

 

 

Purchasing :

Credit [90-120 days] and D/A

 

GENERAL INFORMATION

 

Customers :

Wholesalers and Retailers

 

 

No. of Employees :

55

 

 

Bankers :

  • ABN Amro, Fort Branch
  • Bank of India, Opera House Branch

 

 

 

Banking Relations :

Satisfactory

 

 

Associates/Subsidiaries :

  • International Gems, Toronto [Canada]
  • Clear Light Inc., New York
  • Sur Jewel B. V. B. A., Belgium
  • Sur Diam Limited, Israel
  • Summit Gems Inc., Takyo 

 

CAPITAL STRUCTURE

 

Capital Investment :

 

Owned :

Rs. 10.000 Millions

Borrowed :

--

Total :

Rs. 10.000 Millions

 

FINANCIAL DATA

[all figures are in Rupees Millions]

 

Particulars

 

April 07 to November 07

31.03.2007

31.03.2006

Sales Turnover

800.000

650.000

500.000

 

 

Expected Sales (2007-08) : Rs. 1200.000 Millions

 


 

LOCAL AGENCY FURTHER INFORMATION

 

 

AS PER WEBSITE

 

From cutting and polishing a diamond to creating a delectable bauble gracing the shelves of global retail outlets, they do it all. But more importantly, in the four decades of their existence they have built up a formidable reputation for qualities that go beyond an excellent product.

 

Technical Excellence 

 

Their diamond polishing factory in Mumbai is rated as one of the best in the country. Not surprising. After all they’ve not only created a fully vertically integrated set up that takes the diamond from rough to retail under one roof, but ensured that the latest technologies have been incorporated in all their facilities. More over their staff is thoroughly trained in the state-of-the art techniques and is constantly looking to upgrade the facilities and their skills.

 

Global Standards in product quality and range

 

A hands on approach to the market and technologically world-class manufacturing set up ensure that they have a large product quality and variety. From handcrafted high value products to a more popular mass appeal one, they have a range few can match.

 

Diamonds – polished and sold as stones, or diamonds set in gorgeous jewelry are the mainstay of the products they offer. From high-end handcrafted pieces to mass made designs on state-of-the art machinery. They have the infrastructure to create ranges targeting various levels of the market.

 

Their diamonds are sourced by their own offices in the heart of the world’s rough diamond trading centers, in Antwerp and Israel. Here their experienced teams equipped with a wealth of knowledge acquired through years of experience source a whole range of diamonds.

 

Cutting Edge Technology

 

Diamonds at Surgems have that extra edge that come from being cut and polished by state-of-the-art technology. In fact their factory in Mumbai is rated one of the Best. Throughout their existence they have been quick to adopt the latest in manufacturing technology and their factories are fully equipped with the most advanced equipment including sarin and lexus planners, super auto bruters, Laser Bruters, Bentonville automatic blockers and laser sawing machines.

 

Highly Trained Staff

 

But above all, in the four decades of their existence they have built up a formidable reputation for trust. At Surgems the emphasis has always been on high standards of customer service and has led to them being the provider of choice for a whole range of clients for a wide variety of products - from polished diamond to diamond jewelry.

 

Jewellry

 

A combination of technology and market understanding has fueled the creation of a highly versatile jewelry manufacturing set-up. They have three manufacturing units, each dedicated to a particular type of jewelry. In their Mumbai factory, the latest technological innovations are used to create high-end, high fashion and custom designed jewelry. Here highly skilled craftsmen who have been meticulously trained set the stones in a variety of settings in innovative designs – an example of which is an invisible setting of a host of diamonds on a curved surface. Their kolkata SEZ units cater to the Mid & Low price point items.

 

Design and Development

 

They have a skilled and highly trained design department who keeps in tune with the market to develop innovative designs. This helps them keep ahead of trends and develop regional designs. In cases where design is customer-driven, their team works closely with the customer to deliver made-to-order designs.

 

Their watchwords Flawless Services Perfect Solutions is reflective of their customer-centric Company culture. The emphasis here, is not just on providing products and solutions but also service that builds a relationship of trust. As a company policy they are committed to managing their relationship with their customers through a variety of processes. 

 

Consistent Quality System

 

Following the Consistent Quality System, they provide a steady supply of polished diamonds with the highest levels of service. Their manufacturing experience, market knowledge and reliable services such as bagging and matching pairs, consistent and timely supply and doorstep delivery, guarantee complete customer satisfaction.

 

Customer Driven Product Development

 

They pay close attention to customer needs and interact regularly to understand their requirements. Whether its sorting stones or designing jewelry, they have their ear close to the ground on client requests. Their design teams work closely with the customer to develop made-to-order designs. However, since their team is highly skilled and has an ongoing insight into changing consumer tastes, they are also able to provide fashion forward designs that will enhance the customer’s product range in the market place.

 

Accessibility

 

Across the world they have a network of offices and affiliates who not only sell their products but are also channels for service and feedback. Customers have no difficultly in getting in touch with them to service their queries.

 

At Sur gems, their relationship with their consumer does not end with a sale. Strong after sales service is a cornerstone of their philosophy. Not only do they follow up to see if the product has met with the customer’s satisfaction. They also ensure that they get feedback about the sales and constantly work to improving their service

 

 


CMT REPORT (Corruption, Money Laundering & Terrorism]

 

The Public Notice information has been collected from various sources including but not limited to: The Courts, India Prisons Service, Interpol, etc.

 

1]         INFORMATION ON DESIGNATED PARTY

No exist designating subject or any of its beneficial owners, controlling shareholders or senior officers as terrorist or terrorist organization or whom notice had been received that all financial transactions involving their assets have been blocked or convicted, found guilty or against whom a judgement or order had been entered in a proceedings for violating money-laundering, anti-corruption or bribery or international economic or anti-terrorism sanction laws or whose assets were seized, blocked, frozen or ordered forfeited for violation of money laundering or international anti-terrorism laws.

 

2]         Court Declaration :

No records exist to suggest that subject is or was the subject of any formal or informal allegations, prosecutions or other official proceeding for making any prohibited payments or other improper payments to government officials for engaging in prohibited transactions or with designated parties.

 

3]         Asset Declaration :

No records exist to suggest that the property or assets of the subject are derived from criminal conduct or a prohibited transaction.

 

4]         Record on Financial Crime :

            Charges or conviction registered against subject:                                                  None

 

5]         Records on Violation of Anti-Corruption Laws :

            Charges or investigation registered against subject:                                                          None

 

6]         Records on Int’l Anti-Money Laundering Laws/Standards :

            Charges or investigation registered against subject:                                                          None

 

7]         Criminal Records

No available information exist that suggest that subject or any of its principals have been formally charged or convicted by a competent governmental authority for any financial crime or under any formal investigation by a competent government authority for any violation of anti-corruption laws or international anti-money laundering laws or standard.

 

8]         Affiliation with Government :

No record exists to suggest that any director or indirect owners, controlling shareholders, director, officer or employee of the company is a government official or a family member or close business associate of a Government official.

 

9]         Compensation Package :

Our market survey revealed that the amount of compensation sought by the subject is fair and reasonable and comparable to compensation paid to others for similar services.

 

10]        Press Report :

            No press reports / filings exists on the subject.

 

 

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

 

MIRA INFORM as part of its Due Diligence do provide comments on Corporate Governance to identify management and governance. These factors often have been predictive and in some cases have created vulnerabilities to credit deterioration.

 

Our Governance Assessment focuses principally on the interactions between a company’s management, its Board of Directors, Shareholders and other financial stakeholders.

 

 

CONTRAVENTION

 

Subject is not known to have contravened any existing local laws, regulations or policies that prohibit, restrict or otherwise affect the terms and conditions that could be included in the agreement with the subject.

 

 

FOREIGN EXCHANGE RATES

 

Currency

Unit

Indian Rupees

US Dollar

1

Rs.39.35

UK Pound

1

Rs.80.36

Euro

1

Rs.57.62

 

 

SCORE & RATING EXPLANATIONS

 

SCORE FACTORS

 

RANGE

POINTS

HISTORY

1~10

6

PAID-UP CAPITAL

1~10

6

OPERATING SCALE

1~10

6

FINANCIAL CONDITION

 

 

--BUSINESS SCALE

1~10

7

--PROFITABILIRY

1~10

5

--LIQUIDITY

1~10

6

--LEVERAGE

1~10

6

--RESERVES

1~10

6

--CREDIT LINES

1~10

6

--MARGINS

-5~5

-

DEMERIT POINTS

 

 

--BANK CHARGES

YES/NO

NO

--LITIGATION

YES/NO

NO

--OTHER ADVERSE INFORMATION

YES/NO

NO

MERIT POINTS

 

 

--SOLE DISTRIBUTORSHIP

YES/NO

NO

--EXPORT ACTIVITIES

YES/NO

YES

--AFFILIATION

YES/NO

YES

--LISTED

YES/NO

NO

--OTHER MERIT FACTORS

YES/NO

YES

TOTAL

 

54

 

This score serves as a reference to assess SC’s credit risk and to set the amount of credit to be extended. It is calculated from a composite of weighted scores obtained from each of the major sections of this report. The assessed factors and their relative weights (as indicated through %) are as follows:

 

Financial condition (40%)            Ownership background (20%)                 Payment record (10%)

Credit history (10%)                    Market trend (10%)                                Operational size (10%)

 


 

RATING EXPLANATIONS

 

RATING

STATUS

 

 

PROPOSED CREDIT LINE

>86

Aaa

Possesses an extremely sound financial base with the strongest capability for timely payment of interest and principal sums

 

Unlimited

71-85

Aa

Possesses adequate working capital. No caution needed for credit transaction. It has above average (strong) capability for payment of interest and principal sums

 

Large

56-70

A

Financial & operational base are regarded healthy. General unfavourable factors will not cause fatal effect. Satisfactory capability for payment of interest and principal sums

 

Fairly Large

41-55

Ba

Overall operation is considered normal. Capable to meet normal commitments.

 

Satisfactory

26-40

B

Unfavourable & favourable factors carry similar weight in credit consideration. Capability to overcome financial difficulties seems comparatively below average.

 

Small

11-25

Ca

Adverse factors are apparent. Repayment of interest and principal sums in default or expected to be in default upon maturity

 

Limited with full security

<10

C

Absolute credit risk exists. Caution needed to be exercised

 

 

Credit not recommended

NR

In view of the lack of information, we have no basis upon which to recommend credit dealings

No Rating

 

 

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