The Ambassador, Georg Boomgaarden, praised Mr Goss for his support of Anglo-German relations, but also for his significant efforts in promoting Siemens technology both in the UK and North West Europe.
Andreas J. Goss receives the Knight's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany by the German Ambassador Georg Boomgaarden
The German Embassy stated: “Andreas Goss has frequently supported the Embassy in its efforts to present a modern image of Germany. An excellent knowledge of the region, paired with interest and respect of others are the ideal characteristics for a mediator between different economic orders and social structures. Andreas Goss fulfils these requirements, and takes a personal stand for the strengthening of bilateral German-British relations.”
Andreas Goss has served as Chief Executive, Siemens UK & Cluster North West Europe since June 2008. He was previously the Chief Financial Officer for Siemens in the UK and held various posts within Siemens in Germany and the US prior to his move to the UK in 2006. Mr Goss, from Regensburg in Bavaria, is married, with two children.
Andreas J. Goss said: “Receiving this award is a great personal honour, but one that I share with many people dear to my heart, colleagues, business partners, family and friends who have supported me along the way. The award is also a reflection of their work and dedication. I want to especially thank my family, which has always been a source of tremendous strength for me”.
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About Siemens plc
Siemens was established in the United Kingdom 168 years ago and now employs around 16,000 people in the UK. Last year’s revenues were £4.1 billion. As a leading global engineering and technology services company, Siemens provides innovative solutions to help tackle the world’s major challenges, across the key sectors of energy, industry and healthcare. Siemens has offices and factories throughout the UK, with its headquarters in Frimley, Surrey. The North West Europe Cluster, which includes Denmark, Finland and the Baltic countries, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway and Poland as well as the UK, has approximately €12 billion in revenues and employs more than 35,000 people. The company’s global headquarters is in Munich, Germany. For more information, visit www.siemens.co.uk
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