Bayerische Motoren Werke AG

Petuelring 130
D-80788 Munich, Germany (Map)
Phone: +49-89-382-0
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Overview

In the world of automobiles, few acronyms evoke as much awe as BMW. Short for Bayerische Motoren Werke, the company is one of the world's top 10 automakers. BMW's premium lineup includes sedans, coupes, convertibles, and sport wagons in the 3, 5, 6, and 7 Series. Other models include the M3 coupe and convertible, the X5 sport utility, and the Z4 roadster. In addition, BMW is known for the MINI automotive and Rolls-Royce brands, as well as its motorcycles K 1200 GT, R 1200 RT, and F 800 S models, among others. Financial services bolster the company's bottom line, as well, with purchase financing and leasing, asset management, dealer financing, and corporate fleets. About 3,000 dealer showrooms worldwide sell BMWs.

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Key Numbers from Hoover's UK

Key financials for Bayerische Motoren Werke AG

Company Type Public (German: BMW)
Fiscal Year-End December
2008 Sales (mil.) £51,782.0
1-Year Sales Growth (9.1%)
2008 Net Income (mil.) £321.2
1-Year Net Income Growth (89.9%)
2008 Employees 100,041
1-Year Employee Growth (7.0%)
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Key people and executives for Bayerische Motoren Werke AG

Chairman Supervisory Board Joachim Milberg
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Chairman Management Board Norbert Reithofer
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Member Management Board, Sales and Marketing Ian Robertson
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  • DAX 30
  • #263 in FT Global 500
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