News from members
Our members can present themselves via press releases or other announcements published in the Bulletin, but also here, on the website of the Chamber.
1. 9. 2010
Petr Solský – Business Development Director for Public Administration at Havel & Holásek
Petr Solský (35) has joined Havel & Holásek, the largest law firm in the Czech Republic, to hold the new position of Business Development Director for Public Administration. Petr Solský will be responsible for the firm’s relations with public administration bodies and business development in the field of public administration. Petr Solský joins Havel & Holásek after seven years spent in Brussels, where he worked for the Permanent Representation of the Czech Republic to the European Union.
13. 8. 2010
TNT Tests New Aerodynamic Elements on Trucks
Right placed and shaped aerodynamic elements can dramatically cut down CO2 emissions TNT tests new aerodynamic elements on trucks that benefit to lower consumption of fuel, CO2 emissions and noise. This way TNT participates in the PART20 initiative (Platform for Aerodynamic Road Transport) which develops aerodynamic devices based on scientific knowledge and practical experience of the transportation industry.
28. 7. 2010
Stress test reaffirms ING’s capital strength and ability to deliver for our clients
The European Union (EU) announced the results of its stress testing of Europe’s 91 largest banks on Friday 23 July 2010. As expected, ING performed very well in the test, reaffirming its strong capital position for the years ahead.
23. 7. 2010
Martin Fučík new partner of Havel & Holásek
Havel & Holásek, the largest law firm operating in the Czech Republic, appointed a new partner, Martin Fučík, who deals primarily with real estate law. Currently, the team of Havel & Holásek is comprised of 14 partners, nearly 100 lawyers, and over 250 employees in four branch offices in Prague, Ostrava, Brno, and Bratislava, the Slovak Republic.
15. 7. 2010
PricewaterhouseCoopers helps the environment
More than 50 employees from all of three PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic (PwC) offices spent a work day at the beginning of summer joining PwC Green Day volunteering events. The events were organised simultaneously in locations near Brno, Ostrava and Prague.
15. 7. 2010
PricewaterhouseCoopers Audit appointed two new partners, automotive and gas industry experts
Václav Prýmek and Jiří Zouhar have been appointed as new partners in PricewaterhouseCoopers Audit (PwC). Václav Prýmek is responsible for the provision of audit services and strategic accounting consultancy services to clients doing business in the areas of the gas industry and technology. Jiří Zouhar, as a leader of PricewaterhouseCoopers Automotive expert group in the Czech Republic, is responsible for automotive industry clients. The appointment of both these experts demonstrates the potential seen by PwC in these industries.
7. 7. 2010
Raben Logistics Germany invests in Wuppertal
Raben Logistics Germany is building a new distribution centre on the area of 26.600m² at Engineering Park (district Ronsdorf).
1. 7. 2010
PricewaterhouseCoopers named CEE private equity Adviser of the Year
The PricewaterhouseCoopers private equity team has been named Adviser of the Year at the unquote" CEE Private Equity Awards 2010. It is the only award to recognise excellence in the CEE private equity market.PNO Consultants is newly managed by Zdenek Balga
The Czech representation of grant advisory company PNO Consultants has been managed by Zdenek Balga since the beginning of July.The 6th annual ING Kampa Group Midsummer Invitational at Konopiště
On Friday June 25, 2010, the Konopiště Golf Course hosted the sixth annual ING Kampa Midsummer Invitational golf tournament. This prestigious corporate golf event is organised by ING Commercial Banking and Kampa Group for its clients and each player donates a green fee of CZK 500 to Tereza Maxová Foundation for children. Winners of the tournament were announced at a party in Hergetova Cihelna which followed a Latin American theme this year.
28. 6. 2010
Spielberk Office Centre’s 5th anniversary
90,000 m² of business space now 85% full The Spielberk Office Centre celebrated their 5th anniversary at the end of June. The celebration initiated the construction start of our final phase 3, Hotel & Office Tower project. The event was a great success including speeches from our valued clients and a few words from the Dutch ambassador Mr. Jan C. Henneman.
14. 6. 2010
David Borkovec appointed Partner of the PricewaterhouseCoopers Tax and Legal Services department
“The new government brings a less complicated tax environment, maybe higher rates,” expects the new PwC Tax Partner.
14. 6. 2010
David Borkovec se stal partnerem v oddělení Daňových a právních služeb PricewaterhouseCoopers ČR
“The new government brings a less complicated tax environment, maybe higher rates,” expects the new PwC Tax Partner.
31. 5. 2010
Business Lease: Blue Care - economical and ecological operational leasing
Taking care today of the environmental impact of a company’s activities is among the key aspects of socially responsible business. Companies analyse their operations and seek areas where to set new, ecological procedures. One option is ecological car fleet management directly within the framework of operational leasing. Business Lease strives for an ecological approach worldwide and also wants to offer its customers a similar option through its services. At present it is the only company with a “100% CO2 Neutral” programme. This is why it has introduced the Blue Care product to the market, thanks to which customers will be able to create an ecological car fleet that is environmentally friendly, while achieving lower operating costs.
2. 4. 2010
Personal changes at ING Commercial Banking
As of April 1st Radim Ćmiel, currently Head of Lending Products & PCM and Member of the local Management Team, will take up a new job opportunity within ING Commercial Banking in Amsterdam. Following his appointment more changes will take place at ING Commercial Banking in the Czech Republic. Into new roles will be appointed Jan-Willem Eykma, Robert Chudoba a Simona Vlastníková.
1. 4. 2010
Jiří Moser, Advisor at the head of PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic
Jiří Moser (43) is the first Czech native to head PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Czech Republic. His appointment as a managing partner confirms PwC’s long-term aim to provide the highest quality services not only for international corporations but also for the local Czech companies. From 2006 to the present time, Jiří has executed the duties of Leading Partner of Advisory Services; he will keep this position in the future as well.
30. 3. 2010
Manufacturing Expert Miroslav Klose joined PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Team
Miroslav Klose, an expert on running manufacturing concerns, joined PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Czech Republic advisory team as a new Senior Manager. He will focus on further development of consulting services for the production sector. He will capitalise on his long-standing experience from power and engineering companies, where he execute the duties of CEO or board member.
16. 3. 2010
Petr Draxler joined PricewaterhouseCoopers Human Resource Management Team as new Senior Manager
The current challenging economic environment has increased the effectiveness requirements of human resource management. PricewaterhouseCoopers has reflected the increasing market demand for effective Human Resources Management services and has reinforced its Human Resource Management team (HRM). Petr Draxler (39) has been appointed as a Senior Manager in HRM at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Petr will work closely with Branislav Hunčík, an HRM Director, to further develop PricewaterhouseCoopers’ service offerings in HRM.
12. 3. 2010
PNO Consultants: New era of grants for CZ
Soon there is to happen a major change on grants schemes available to subjects from the Czech Republic: the “classic” Structural funds will be depleted. Still too complex and difficult to use sources of grant money are to be gone and replaced by EU wide support programs like Framework programs, Cross border grant schemes and European Investment Bank actions.
10. 3. 2010
ING HAS RECEIVED 2 PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS
ING awarded best European Cash Management Bank accolade by Treasury Management International ING Commercial Banking has won the Treasury Management International (TMI) European Cash Management Award 2009 for payments and cash management services.Milan Severin joined PricewaterhouseCoopers Financial Services Advisory team
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Czech Republic Financial Services Advisory team was strengthened by the addition of Milan Severin, Senior Manager. Milan is returning to Prague after almost six years working in London’s PwC UK office.
5. 3. 2010
PricewaterhouseCoopers Keeps Hollywood’s Best Kept Secrets for 76 Years and Counting
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) this year celebrates its 76th year counting the Oscars® ballots on behalf of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences ("The Academy"). Brad Oltmanns and Rick Rosas will continue the tradition leading the balloting process and will be the only two people in the world to know the identity of the Oscar® winners before the 82nd Annual Academy Awards® live telecast on Sunday, March 7, 2010 on ABC at 5 p.m. PT (8 p.m. ET).
5. 2. 2010
Heineken-brewed brands enjoy unprecedented success at Tábor Beer Festival
The 20th jubilee year of the Tábor Beer Festival ended Friday, 5 February. Beers brewed in Brno, Krušovice, Velké and Krásné Březno qualified to the finals twelve times, scooping eight medals in total. The figures stand testimony that their high quality is appreciated by consumers and beer experts alike. Alois Srb of Revel, the event organiser, confirms that this year’s achievement of the Heineken-brewed brands is unprecedented in the history of the festival as well as any other major contests.New Senior Managers at KPMG Czech Republic: Petr Potomský and Daniel Szmaragowski
Petr Potomský and Daniel Szmaragowski have been appointed as Senior Managers in the company’s Tax Services department.Frédéric Labiche appointed as a Senior Manager at KPMG Czech Republic
Frédéric Labiche has been appointed as a Senior Manager in the company’s Accounting Services and Payroll department.
17. 12. 2009
HAVEL & HOLÁSEK – OVERALL WINNER OF THE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR 2009 COMPETITION
Havel & Holásek has won in three out of eleven categories of the Law Firm of the Year 2009 competition. The results were announced yesterday by epravo.cz, the competition organizer. Havel & Holásek placed first in the following categories: the Largest Law Firm in the Czech Republic, Telecommunications & Media, and Public Procurement. The firm was also nominated as one of five recommended law firms in Mergers & Acquisitions and Restructuring & Insolvency. Based on the assessment of independent evaluators, including representatives of local and international corporations, law firms and epravo.cz, Havel & Holásek is the most successful law firm in the Czech legal market in 2009, confirming its position as the best independent Czech law firm according to this year’s prestigious ranking by Practical Law Company for the Czech Republic.New Senior Managers at KPMG Czech Republic: Marek Čáp and Veronika Strolená
Marek Čáp and Veronika Strolená have been appointed as new Senior Managers in the company’s Audit department.
26. 11. 2009
PricewaterhouseCoopers is the World’s Second Most Attractive Employer for Business Students, Says Universum
PricewaterhouseCoopers is the number one choice among consulting companies for business students as the most desired employer. And not only among consulting companies - PricewaterhouseCoopers has earned the second spot on Universum’s list of ‘The World’s Top 50 Most Attractive Employers’ for business students, too.
19. 11. 2009
CTP wins 2 more awards
Thursday, Nov 19, CzechInvest hosted their annual “Business Property of the Year 2008” competition. We are proud to announce that CTP received 2 awards from the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
18. 11. 2009
A Fresh & Tasty Way to a Better Lunch
Fresh & Tasty is a new product line introduced at the end of the summer by the Zátiší gastronomic group. Renata Lukášová, director of Fresh & Tasty, explains what led the group to launch the new venture.
18. 11. 2009
A Fresh & Tasty Way to a Better Lunch
Fresh & Tasty is a new product line introduced at the end of the summer by the Zátiší gastronomic group. Renata Lukášová, director of Fresh & Tasty, explains what led the group to launch the new venture.
27. 10. 2009
New Partner and Director join PricewaterhouseCoopers’ Human Resource Services team
Prague, 27 October 2009 – The economic crisis has increased demands on the effectiveness of human resource management. PricewaterhouseCoopers has reacted to the increased demand for HR services by reinforcing its Human Resource Services team. Will Schofield (42) has been appointed as a leading partner in Human Resource Services at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Czech Republic. Branislav Hunčík (35) has been appointed as a Director in Human Resource Management for PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic and Slovakia.New Directors at KPMG Czech Republic: Blanka Dvořáková and Michal Hašek
Blanka Dvořáková and Michal Hašek have been appointed as new Directors in the company’s Audit department.
14. 9. 2009
Proceeds from ING Better Ball Classic donated to children
On 14 September 2009, the tournament ING Better Ball Classic took place in the new Prague City Golf Club in Zbraslav. The tournament, played as a “better ball” competition, was organized by ING for its clients. The proceeds from registration fees and voluntary contributions, which amounted to CZK 27,000, were donated to the ING Wholesale Banking Fund of Tereza Maxová Children's Foundation.New Directors at KPMG Czech Republic: Michael Cianci and Fergus Cunningham
Michael Cianci and Fergus Cunningham have been appointed as new Directors in the company’s Accounting Services and Payroll and Audit departments respectively. Michael Cianci joined KPMG Czech Republic in 1997. His responsibilities include helping foreign entities to start business in the Czech Republic and providing accounting and payroll services to companies from various industries, with specialisation in real estate companies and hotels.Two new Experts join the PricewaterhouseCoopers Forensic Services team
Prague, 24 August 2009 – PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Czech Republic Forensic Services team was strengthened by the addition of Jan Vylita, Director, and Michal Kohoutek, Senior Manager. Both Jan and Michal are returning to Prague after working in PwC offices abroad.
14. 8. 2009
Ahrend 360 – a top seat for innovation and sustainable design
Ahrend FZCO – the expert in the field of flexible eco-friendly furnishing solutions and the efficient use of commercial space – reveals the Ahrend 360, an environmentally-sustainable, ultra-light chair to the Middle Eastern market.Jan van Dam appointed President and CEO of Albert
Jan van Dam has been appointed President and CEO of Albert, with effect from August 10, 2009. Jan was previously General Manager of Etos. Jan succeeded Johan Boeijenga, who has decided to leave the company to pursue a career outside Ahold in the Netherlands.
3. 8. 2009
Responsible Leadership: PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic published its first annual report on Corporate Responsibility
Prague, 3 August 2009 – More than 1000 volunteering hours, almost CZK 1.6 million donated in cash, services and gifts, over 20 community beneficiaries. These are some of the highlights of the first annual Corporate Responsibility (CR) report of PricewaterhouseCoopers in the Czech Republic (PwC) for the financial year 2009.PricewaterhouseCoopers appointed Věra Výtvarová as a new Assurance Partner
Prague, 16 July 2009 – Věra Výtvarová has been appointed as a partner in the Assurance department of PricewaterhouseCoopers. In her new role, she will be responsible for audit and advisory services for international and local companies in the general manufacturing, retail, and consumer and services sectors.Even in economic crisis, PricewaterhouseCoopers does not forget social responsibility – helps the environment
Prague, 8 July 2009 – More than 50 employees from all of three PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic (PwC) offices spent a work day at the end of June joining PwC Green Day volunteering events. The events were organised simultaneously in locations near Brno, Ostrava and Prague.
2. 7. 2009
ING Wholesale Banking: Fitter, Focused, Further named ‘Global Communications Campaign of the Year’
ING Wholesale Banking Internal Communications has won the 'Global Communications Campaign of the Year' award for the Fitter, Focused, Further programme.ING Kampa Midsummer Invivational in Great Gatsby Style
The fifth annual ING Kampa Midsummer Invitational took place on the Konopiště greens on Friday 26th of June. It is the most prestigious corporate golf tournament in the Czech Republic and the ING and Kampa clients not only enjoyed great golf. The starting fees were as usual donated to the ING Wholesale Banking Fund of Tereza Maxová Children’s Foundation that supports underprivileged children.Infiniti - luxury choice for independent rebels
In a mid of May INFINITI CENTRUM PRAHA under the umbrella of AUTO PALACE GROUP, who represents luxury brand Infiniti on the Czech market, has officially started its operations. Although Infiniti is the major brand, it appears on the US market already in 1989, it entered in Europe only the last year. Infiniti Centre in Prague is 18th European Centre but the Infiniti Europe plans are more extensive. By the end of 2010 above 80 luxury centres should be operating in Europe. And these centres will show to customers "what really makes sense".
25. 5. 2009
PwC Business Academy is now a Gold Approved Learning Partner for the ACCA Qualification
PwC Business Academy, a training center operated by PricewaterhouseCoopers in the Czech Republic, has become Gold Approved Learning Partner to provide courses for the ACCA qualification. ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is a global professional accountancy body which provides a first-choice qualification in finance, business managment and accounting. The approval is given to tuition providers who demonstrate that they meet the challenging performance targets set by ACCA.Mark Davidson joins TMF as a new Managing Director
TMF in the Czech Republic welcomed Mark Davidson as a new Managing Director at the beginning of March, 2009, as part of its strategy to continue the strong development of it's Czech operations. He will primarily be responsible for building on the past successes of TMF in it's unique role as Global Independent Administrators.
5. 5. 2009
Third Annual ING Trophy Tour Was Successfully
On 30 April 2009, the golf centre in Prague Hostivař became the site where the third annual ING Trophy Tour 2009 golf tournament was opened. ING is the permanent general partner of this Tour and the event is organised by the company Connea. During the year, ING Trophy Tour will be played in six golf resorts around the Czech Republic and in one foreign golf course. The entire golf tour will be concluded with a gala evening in the Paříž Hotel in Prague.AECOM acquires SAVANT
As of 1 May 2009, AECOM Technology Corporation (NYSE: ACM), a leading provider of professional technical and management support services for government and commercial clients around the world, announced that it has acquired Savant.
21. 4. 2009
ING Bank CR announces Net Profit result of CZK 238 Million in 2008
ING Bank Czech Republic realized a net profit of CZK 238 million in 2008. Taking into account CZK 200 million of yearly revaluations of our bond portfolios, the net profit would have increased by 86%, which is a very positive result in these difficult times. During this year, ING Bank plans to continue it’s current strategy of building long-term sustainable position in the Czech market and is ready to provide financial solutions not only to current but also to new corporate and institutional clients.Dennis M. Nally Selected As Global Chairman of PricewaterhouseCoopers
Dennis M. Nally has been elected Chairman of the PricewaterhouseCoopers International Network for a four year term beginning on July, 1, 2009. PwC member firms worldwide ratified the selection of Mr. Nally, 56, by the PricewaterhouseCoopers Global Board. Samuel A. DiPiazza, Jr., the current Chairman announced last November that he was retiring after a 35 year career with the firm. He will remain with PwC for a transition period and will formally retire from PwC later in 2009.
27. 1. 2009
Karolína Staňková - New Chief Operations Officer at ING Wholesale Banking ČR
Karolína Staňková (35) was appointed Chief Operations Officer at ING Wholesale Banking ČR as of January 1st 2009. She is responsible for daily routine operations, back office and IT services, including project and process management. In her previous position at ING Wholesale Banking she worked as process and project manager.
14. 1. 2009
KPMG 2008 revenues grow 14.5 per cent to US $22.7 billion
KPMG, the global network of professional service firms providing audit, tax and advisory services, announced that member firm combined revenues increased to US$22.69 billion for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, versus US$19.81 billion for the prior fiscal year, reflecting double-digit growth across all of KPMG’s service lines.Petr Kříž received the award for his outstanding contribution to developing the accountancy and finance profession
Petr Kříž, a partner in Assurance services of PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech Republic, has received the prestigious international award ACCA Annual Achievement Award 2008 in the United Kingdom. The award is given annually by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) to outstanding figures who have significantly contributed to the development of the accountancy and finance profession on an international scale.Ian Wheldon strengthens Ernst & Young’s Czech Tax team
Prague, 14 November 2008 – Ernst & Young in the Czech Republic has a new addition to further strengthen its Tax Services team. Ian Wheldon (36) recently moved to Prague as a Senior Manager from Ernst & Young in Toronto. In his new role, he will primarily be responsible for international and corporate tax planning services in the Czech market.
24. 10. 2008
PricewaterhouseCoopers 2008 revenues rose 8% to USD 28.2 billion
* Revenues surge 21% in emerging economiesNew senior managers at KPMG Czech Republic
Zbyněk Hojsák and Pavel Kliment have become new senior managers in the Audit department of KPMG Czech Republic.Formula in the Brno Sky
ING Wholesale Banking celebrated the opening of its new representative office in Brno with a magnificent gala event in Spielberk Office Center. A major attraction of the evening was the setting of an ING Renault F1 race car in the heart of Spielberk Office Center with the help of a helicopter. The event also featured a light, audio and fire show.
5. 9. 2008
A new design business hotel to be opened in Pilsen
angelo Hotel**** Pilsen, the first real design business hotel in the capital of West Bohemia, is going to be opened 1st October 2008 in a perfect location opposite the famous Pilsner Urquell brewery and just about 45 minutes driving from Prague.
4. 9. 2008
The Royal Bank of Scotland launches in the Czech Republic and Slovakia
The Royal Bank of Scotland Group (“RBS”) has formally re-branded ABN AMRO Bank branches in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, marking the completion of the integration of the two banks in both countries. Czech Republic and Slovakia are among the first European markets being fully integrated and re-branded to RBS.Paul Stewart appointed as Leader of PricewaterhouseCoopers Tax & Legal Service in the Czech Republic
As of 1 September, 2008, Paul Stewart (39) was appointed as the leading partner of the PricewaterhouseCoopers Czech tax practice. Paul is taking this role over from Stephen Booth who was previously nominated the Country Managing Partner of PricewaterhouseCoopers in the Czech Republic in July last year and who will now focus fully on managing the firm as a whole.
21. 8. 2008
CTP: Villas SOLD OUT - Monster Worldwide Jobs takes up last Villa at Spielberk Office Centre
Spielberk Office Centre is now over 70% full in it’s third phase and the park is full of activity, attractions and amenities. Featuring an abundance of green space and offices with lakeside views. Located close to the river Svratka now a popular bike ride or walk to Brno Town Centre.
14. 7. 2008
ING Wholesale Banking Strengthens Relationship Management Team
Prague, 14 July 2008 – The team of Relationship Managers in ING Wholesale Banking has during the course of this May and June welcomed Robert Chudob (39), LucieKrálová (30) and Jiří Chojna (28) into its midst. Robert Chudoba will cater to corporate clients in the utilities and chemicals sectors, Lucie Králová will be responsible for the maintenance and development of the portfolio of existing and new clients in the Czech Region, and Jiří Chojna will attend to clients of the Ostrava branch.
1. 7. 2008
Havel & Holásek, one of the largest independent Czech & Slovak law firms, names two new partners
With effect from 1 July 2008 Havel & Holásek, has appointed Josef Hlavička and Dušan Sedláček as new partners. The legal team of Havel & Holásek now consists of 10 partners, 60 lawyers and a total of more than 120 employees, in three offices (Prague, Ostrava and Slovak office in Bratislava) making the firm one of the three largest Czech & Slovak law firms.ING Kampa Midsummer Invitational in Its Fourth Year
On Friday 27 June 2008, the Konopiště Golf Resort hosted already the fourth annual largest corporate golf tournament in the Czech Republic - ING Kampa Midsummer Invitational. The event was not for clients of ING Wholesale Banking and Kampa Group only; prominent athletes and celebrities like ice hockey players Petr and Jaroslav Nedvěds, Martin Ručínský and model Jana Doležalová also put in their appearance. The proceeds from the tournament were donated to the ING Wholesale Banking Fund of Tereza Maxová Foundation.
25. 6. 2008
Two lawyers strengthen the legal team of Havel & Holásek
Two attorneys-at-law have joined the legal team of Havel & Holásek, Zuzana Picková and former judge Patricie Švarcová.ING Wholesale Banking Appoints New CEO for Central and Eastern Europe
ING Wholesale Banking has appointed Roland Boekhout to lead its ambitious growth plans in the Central and Eastern European region, with immediate effect.
22. 4. 2008
ING Bank CR announces the best Net Profit result in the Czech history: 44% increase to CZK 354 Million in 2007
ING Bank Czech Republic realized a net profit of CZK 354 million in 2007. The result is the best in the Czech history and shows stable and continuous growth of the branch on the local market. ING Bank CR generated an attractive net profit of 44% raise in comparison to 2006 that is in line with a great ING Group result reported for 2007 (20.1% net profit raise) showing a strong balance sheet, continuous growth of customer base and solid risk management that helped ING protect from the market turmoil. In 2007 the client business in the Czech Republic grew with more than 14% and in 2008 ING Bank CR plans to broaden the clients’ base and open its second representative office in Brno.Brno & Ostrava Investments Discovered
Brno: Spielberk Office Centre Brno is the Czech Republic’s second city, a beautiful and ancient university town that plays home to some of the world’s most prosperous businesses, as well as over 75 000 highly skilled students.
12. 3. 2008
Fortis awarded ‘Best Carbon Trader 2008’
Fortis has received the ‘Best Carbon Trader 2008’ award from Point Carbon. The award was presented at the prestigious Carbon Market Awards at the Carbon Market Insight conference. Each year, Point Carbon announces the winners for Best Trader, Best Broker and Best Project Developer.
8. 3. 2008
Provision of Czech cement works to Kazakhstan was given double Deal Of The Year 2007 award for export financing
Czech cement works export to Kazakhstan, a common project of Fortis Bank’s Czech branch, EGAP and PSP Engineering a.s., the Czech supplier of capital equipment, has been independently voted as “Deal Of The Year” by Global Trade Review Magazine and Trade Finance Magazine, two international export magazines specialized in trade finance business. The amount of financial operation exceeded 2,4 billion CZK (97,6 million EUR).
21. 2. 2008
ING Wholesale Banking strengthens its team of Relationship Managers
Prague, 17 January 2008 – In the months of November and December of 2007, ING Wholesale Banking’s Relationship Managers team was strengthened by Zdeněk Matoušek (29) and Jitka Kulhánková (33). Zdeněk Matoušek will be in charge of clients from the Automotive and General Industries sectors (producers, exporters and distributors) and Jitka Kulhánková will cater to clients from the Pharmaceuticals and Health care, Telecom and Media, Food and Beverages and Retail sectors.
21. 2. 2008
ING CR/SR Welcomes New CEO – Mrs. Alexis George
As of March 1, 2008 ING CR/SR will have a new CEO and Chairperson of Retail management committee. Mrs. Alexis George comes from Australia where she until now worked as an Executive Director for Personal Investments. She will succeed Dick Okhuijsen in this role.
1. 2. 2008
ING Wholesale Banking wins European and Eastern European Cash Management Award
Amsterdam, Prague, February, 1st 2008 - ING Wholesale Banking, the corporate and investment banking division of ING Group, has won both the European Cash Management Award 2007 and the Eastern European Cash Management Award 2007.
7. 1. 2008
Van Gansewinkel Purchases a Landfill Site
Van Gansewinkel has signed a letter of intent to purchase a landfill site in Horní Benešov. Van Gansewinkel intends to operate the landfill under the name of Van Gansewinkel HBSS s.r.o. By taking this step, Van Gansewinkel is consolidating its position in the Moravian-Silesian Region. In the past years, the Company has been strengthening its presence in this region, among others, by
19. 12. 2007
ING Wholesale Banking – 15 Years on the Czech Market
Prague, December 19th 2007 – The Christmas Coctail held in Malá dvorana of Veletržní Palace in Prague on Monday 17th December preceded a charitable Fashion Show of the Tereza Maxová Foundation and was organised by ING Wholesale Banking. The guests, gathered around a formula 1 model from the ING Renault F1 team, celebrated the upcoming Christmas time as well as the anniversary of the ING Bank operation in the Czech Republic.
11. 12. 2007

