Fred Kindle
Fred Kindle
basis charges enter further generate given good half met original profitable second solid special strong targets throughout view
We met our original 2005 targets which, in view of the special charges throughout the year, is a solid achievement. A strong second half of 2005 has given us a good basis now to enter 2006 and generate further profitable growth.
change couple moment next positive
At the moment the (impact) is positive (and we don't expect) this to change in the next couple of months.
final glad resolution
We are very glad to have a resolution of this final issue, which removes significant uncertainty that has harmed ABB over the years.
moved organic phase profitable
We have successfully moved into a phase of profitable organic growth.
base becoming china major
China is becoming a major manufacturing base for the world.
history
This is a milestone in the history of ABB.
cost effective front intense offer quality raise reduce robots
Robots could offer them an effective way to raise quality and reduce cost in front of intense competition.
business confined european global governed growth happening
The growth is happening here. We are culturally confined by Japan, the US and Europe. Our business is governed by the European and American mindset. You must see all the global options.