Guangzhou – Today Bosch opens its pavilion from November 7th to November 15th at the German Esplanade, a part of the “German and China – Moving Ahead Together” initiative which is under the joint patronage of the Federal Republic of Germany and the People’s Republic of China. Like the previous two editions of the German Week in Nanjing and Chongqing, Bosch participates as a City Sponsor. The Bosch Pavilion in Guangzhou is brand new and has been designed to convey in an entertaining way how Bosch technology can help to improve the quality of people’s lives.

“It is very exciting to introduce our beneficial innovations to the citizens of Guangzhou in the German Week Initiative” said Peter Pang, President of Bosch China, “In line with our company slogan ‘Invented for Life’ Bosch displays a wide range of technology and products for environmental protection, renewable energy, increased safety and also technology to make life easier at home.”

Bosch displays environmentally friendly technology such as wind, solar and Diesel technology. Bosch modern clean diesel technology can save up to 30 percent fuel allowing for a 25 percent reduction of CO2.

Drivers can also experience in an interactive simulator how the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) from Bosch protects their lives by intervention in critical driving situations. International accident studies demonstrate that at least 40 percent of all fatal traffic accidents are caused by skidding. Around 80 percent of all skidding accidents could be prevented with ESP®.

Bosch also demonstrates the latest Bosch Power Tools with innovative Lithium-Ion technology not only for the Professional market but also for the Home and DIY market. This technology allows lighter and smaller power tools which require reduced charging time and robust performance.

About Bosch in China

Bosch founded its first trading office in China as early as 1909. In 1926, the first car service workshop opened in Shanghai. Today, all Bosch business sectors are present in China: Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology and Consumer Goods and Building Technology. The company operates 44 legal entities in China and has a holding company in Shanghai. Consolidated sales in China reached 2.2 billion euros in 2008. Some 20,200 Bosch associates in all legal entities and facilities are committed to bringing to Chinese customers the latest technology as well as the most reliable services to help improve their quality of life.

About the Bosch Group

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology, some 280,000 associates generated sales of 45.1 billion euros in fiscal 2008. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its more than 300 subsidiaries and regional companies in over 60 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for further growth. Each year, Bosch spends more than 3.5 billion euros, or eight percent of its sales revenue, for research and development, and applies for over 3,000 patents worldwide. With all its products and services, Bosch enhances the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial.

The company was set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) as “Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering.” The special ownership structure of Robert Bosch GmbH guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant up-front investments in the safeguarding of its future. Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The majority of voting rights are held by Robert Bosch Industrietreuhand KG, an industrial trust. The entrepreneurial ownership functions are carried out by the trust. The remaining shares are held by the Bosch family and by Robert Bosch GmbH.

For more information on Bosch Group, please visit http://www.bosch.com.cn

News sourc: Bosch China
Publish date: October 2008