For more than 155 years, the Siemens name has been synonymous with cutting-edge technologies and continuous growth in profitability. With our wide array of products, systems and services, we are world leaders in information and communications, automation and control, power, medical solutions, transportation and lighting. Sustainable success is our number one priority. Our activities focus on meeting the needs of our customers and creating value for our shareholders and employees. Our innovations ¨C generated in our own laboratories and in cooperation with customers, business partners and universities ¨C are our greatest strength. Siemens¡¯ global network of innovation is developing new