Siemens Energy is the world’s leading supplier of a complete spectrum of products, services and solutions for the generation, transmission and distribution of power and for the extraction, conversion and transport of oil and gas. In fiscal 2007 (ended September 30, based on IFRS), the Energy Sector had revenues of approximately EUR20 billion and received new orders totaling around EUR28 billion and posted a profit of EUR1.8 billion. Siemens Energy had a work force of 73,500 at the beginning of fiscal 2008.

The Siemens Industry Sector is the leading global supplier of production, transportation, building and lighting technologies. With integrated automation technologies as well as comprehensive industry-specific solutions, Siemens increases the productivity, efficiency and flexibility of its customers in the fields of industry and infrastructure. The Sector consists of six Divisions: Building Technologies, Drive Technologies, Industry Automation, Industry Solutions, Mobility and Osram. With around 222,000 employees worldwide and around 33,000 employees in the U.S., Siemens Industry posted a profit of EUR3.86 billion with revenues totaling EUR38 billion in fiscal year 2008 (September 30). www.siemens.com/industry

Siemens AG (Siemens) is engaged in electronics and electrical engineering. The majority of the Company’s business is focused on providing products and services to customers-based on Siemens’ expertise in electrical engineering. The Company’s operations include designing, manufacturing, marketing, selling and servicing products and systems, or helps customers use and manage those products and systems. The Company’s segments include its Groups, Financing and Real Estate business, as well as its Strategic Equity Investments.