2009-08-27 - Green complex to host company’s largest customer event in Africa themed on increasing energy efficiency and raising industrial productivity in challenging economic times
Johannesburg, South Africa, 27 August 2009 – ABB’s Longmeadow green office building and factory will host Automation and Power World Africa from 11-12 November 2009. The facility, which began its phased-in move from June, will be inaugurated by ABB Group CEO, Joe Hogan on the final day of the event.
Longmeadow, a state-of-the-art green building, incorporating the latest ABB technology, comprises ABB South Africa’s head office, manufacturing and logistics centres.
Automation and Power World, ABB’s premier customer event offers presentations and workshops for the African market focused on the latest technologies and solutions for utilities and industry to increase energy efficiency and raise productivity in slower markets. The 2400-square metre conference and exhibition of products, services and technology will accommodate more than 750 delegates. Presentations have been accredited by the South African Institute of Electrical Engineering (SAIEE).
“Automation and Power World will highlight our values in action and what we can do for customers,” said Carlos Pone, CEO of ABB South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. “As one of the world leaders in power and automation solutions, ABB looks forward to providing an interactive experience with product demonstrations, technical presentations, business case studies and workshops. This event has something for everyone, no matter what industry.”
ABB has designed Automation and Power World 2009 for customers in the region and their specific industries.
To learn more about the conference or register for the event, visit www.abb.com/za
ABB (www.abb.com) is a leader in power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve performance while lowering environmental impact. The ABB Group of companies operates in around 100 countries and employs about 120,000 people.