Siemens aims to inspire at the Big Bang Fair

Siemens is a lead sponsor of The Big Bang which takes place at Manchester Central from 11^th – 13^th March. The Big Bang will celebrate young people’s achievements in science and engineering during 2009 and will encourage young people of all ages to do more with science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), at school and beyond.

As a lead sponsor of the event, Siemens will demonstrate how it uses STEM in every day business, presenting a host of inspirational activities at the event to highlight the range of interesting and exciting careers where science and engineering is at the heart - such as Formula One.

In the effort to shave critical tenths of a second off lap times, Red Bull designers and engineers use Siemens PLM software to model and manage every part of the car. The Fair visitors will be able to try out the software, see the design and manufacturing process and discover why certain parts of the car are made from specific materials. It will also be possible to experience how difficult it is to drive a car round the track on race simulators - racing against the clock. The person with fastest lap time will win a tour of the Red Bull Formula One factory for up to 15 people* - or even the chance to win the same software that the Red Bull Racing team uses for designing its race winning car!

On show outside the venue for the duration of The Fair will be ‘The Greenster’. The electric sportscar, developed by Siemens and car-manufacturer Ruf, is based on a Porsche 911 Turbo and has zero carbon emissions. It will also be possible to see a wind turbine model in action on the Siemens stand as well as the chance to try out a 3d ultrasound scanner. A huge doodling wall for children to express their thoughts about some of the world’s toughest questions and music from a DJ will complete the area of activities.

Andreas J. Goss, UK Chief Executive of Siemens, said: “We are delighted to support this event because we recognise the need to help create tomorrow’s talent by engaging school children in engineering, science and manufacturing from an early age. By supporting the development of scientists, engineers, technologists and mathematicians, Siemens can help establish the UK as a world leader in research and development and strengthen global competitiveness. As a global leader in innovation, Siemens needs bright young people who are fascinated by science and technology and The Big Bang gives us an ideal opportunity to find them”.

The Big Bang will kick-off National Science & Engineering Week and is expected to attract around 15,000 students. Other on-site attractions include a range of interactive science exhibits, theatre, workshops and events which represent the very best of British science, engineering and technology. Visitors will also be wowed by experiments, explosions, simulators and live shows, including Sky One's multi award-winning Brainiac and the BBC’s Bang Goes the Theory.

For more information on Siemens exhibits at The Big Bang click here.

For more information on The Big Bang visit www.thebigbangfair.co.uk

* Conditions apply

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About Siemens in the UK:
Siemens was established in the United Kingdom 167 years ago and now employs 16,915 people in the UK. Last year’s revenues were £4.2 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 company’s global headquarters is in Munich, Germany. For more information, visit www.siemens.co.uk