In 2007, Georg Fischer reported sales of CHF 4.50 billion. This marks an 11 % increase – adjusted for currency effects the increase was 8 %. Order intake was 9 % higher than the previous year. A favourable economic environment helped to drive organic growth. All three Corporate Groups increased their sales, with GF Automotive up 15 % and GF Piping Systems up 12 %. The robust economy in Europe and the growth of GF Automotive are reflected in the Corporation’s sales by region: Europe accounted for 79 % of sales, America 8 % and Asia/Australia 13 %. In a positive environment, the three Corporate Groups defended or even strengthened their market position. GF Piping Systems topped the billion sales mark for the first time, reporting revenues of CHF 1.10 billion.
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