Wavin Annual report 2001 [antikvár]

Wavin aims to be the unrivalled European supplier of plastic pipe systems in terms of product rangé, f : jf > innovation, iogisticai services and geographicai presence. Company Profilé í"' 1 - mij With its presence in 24 countries, Wavin is a leading manufácturer of plastic pipe systems in Europe. In the rest of the world, the company maintains an impressive network of over 70 ágents, licensees and distributors. lt alsó participates in the equity of plastic pipe companies in Australia. Wavin therefore actively sustains and benefits from a solid international reputation. Founded in 1955, the company has become a recognised pioneer in the application of plastic pipe technology. It currently employs 4.530 people, manages 2STroniíacturing sites and has a turnover of approximately EUR 900 millión. Moreover, Wavin has developed a strpng position in three markets: Civils (sewer, drainage, irrigation), Utilities (gas, water, cabie dulting) and Building (soil & waste, rainwater, hot & cold). In order\to supply its customers with value-added products Wavin has its ówn P & D centre and allocates around two per cent of turnover to the devetópment of new products and processes. The company has a track/epord for geographic expansion that has resulted in the 'Sé^tablislw^nt of successful operations in Central and Eastem Europe.