The Impact of Recession on Building Technology Markets

LONDON - Frost & Sullivan’s Web Conference will Analyse the Current Situation and Rebound Opportunities

While still navigating their way through the current recession the building technology markets are already looking ahead to rebound.

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Despite dependence on the construction sector, market segments driven by legislation and the omnipresent issues of energy efficiency and sustainability, are expected to fare relatively well through recession and to bounce back strongest when the economy recovers.

Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce its complimentary web conference on the European Building Technology Markets to be held on the 27th of May at 3 pm BST.

“Building Technologies grew well in 2008, will bottom in Q3 2009 before recovering with a phase delay by early 2010, lagging the completion of construction. Market participants have recognized the urgency of evaluating the developments posed by the current economic crisis, including risks and opportunities. Succeeding in this task will prove crucial not just in order to develop tools and strategies to steer clear of turmoil, but also to be best positioned in order to gain maximum benefit from the strong rebound expected in 2011,” observes Industry Analyst Michael Meyer who will be presenting his findings.

Highlights of the briefing include analysis of: time frame, market segments and geographies including winners and losers, growth opportunities in a bottoming market, rebound opportunities and success stories.

By discussing trends and highlighting risks and opportunities caused by the current economic crisis the briefing will benefit everyone involved in the building technology industries, including market participants from Lighting, HVAC&R, Fire & Safety, Facility Management and Micro-renewables as well as the stakeholders from the investment and business community.

To participate, please email Chiara Carella at chiara.carella@frost.com with the following information: your full name, company name, title, telephone number, e-mail, address, city, state and country. Upon receipt of the above information, a registration link will be e-mailed to you. You may also register to receive a recorded version of the briefing at anytime by submitting the aforementioned contact details.

GIL 2009: Europe

Frost & Sullivan has expanded its flagship Global Congress on Corporate Growth - GIL Global - into several major cities around the world including London. For the first time ever in Europe, Frost & Sullivan will be hosting the Growth, Innovation and Leadership Congress ‘GIL 2009: Europe’ on 19-20 May, at the Sofitel St James in London. GIL Global is the industry’s only event designed to support senior executives in their efforts to achieve sustainable, top-line growth. To register, obtain a programme agenda, explore sponsorship opportunities, or attend as a member of the media for ‘GIL 2009: Europe’, please contact Chiara Carella, Head of Corporate Communications for Frost & Sullivan in Europe, at chiara.carella@frost.com. One-on-One interviews with Frost & Sullivan senior growth consultants are also being scheduled. For more information you can also visit www.frost.com/giluk

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Contact:

Chiara Carella Head of Corporate Communications P: +44(0)207-3438314 E: chiara.carella@frost.com www.frost.com

Source: Frost & Sullivan

Chiara Carella, Head of Corporate Communications of Frost & Sullivan, +44(0)207-3438314, chiara.carella at frost.com / Logo: https://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081117/FSLOGO