News Center RSS FeedCopyright 2004-2009 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. All rights reserved.http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2012/20120210-innovation-in-heart-rhythm-disorder-treatment.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) and the Catharina Hospital in the Netherlands, a leading interventional cardiology center, have teamed up to showcase current solutions and future developments that shape the diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment of heart rhythm disorders. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2012/20120210-DW-Radiographer-of-the-Year-Award-2011.wpdFollowing the submissions by radiography professionals across the world, Sandra Pridgeon’s entry on “Radiation Protection in the Operating Theatre” was hand-picked by judges from the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT) for the DoseWise Radiographer of the Year Award 2011.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2012/20120210-vitalsignscamera.wpdToday, Royal Philips (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) launches an update to the Vital Signs Camera app for contactless heart rate and breathing rate measurement.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2012/Lirio_wins_gold_iF_award2012.wpdEindhoven, the Netherlands – Today it was announced that the Lirio by Philips Balanza consumer lighting range won one of the coveted Gold awards at the iF awards ceremony in Munich, Germany. The iF awards, covering product, material, packaging and communication design, are a recognition of international design excellence.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2012/20120203_TRCCapitalCorporation.wpdPhilips today announced that it has been notified of an unsolicited “mini-tender” offer by TRC Capital Corporation to purchase up to 4 million New York Registry Shares, or approximately 0.5 percent of Philips’ total outstanding share capital, at a price of $19.25 per share in cash.Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/corpcomms/news/press/2012/20120130_q4.wpdPhilips announces Fourth Quarter and Annual Results 2011Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2012/20120126_SaraLee_partnership.wpdPhilips today announced it has agreed to extend its partnership with Sara Lee Corp. to drive growth in the global coffee market. Under a new exclusive partnership framework, which will run through 2020, Philips will be the exclusive Senseo consumer appliance manufacturer and distributor for the duration of the agreement. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2012/LIRA.wpdLifestyle Research Association: long-term research on health and wellbeingThu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2012/20120123-solar-powered-LED-street-lighting.wpdPhilips has developed what is said to be the world’s most efficient and cost effective solar powered LED street lighting solution per km of road. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2012/20120123-philips-simplifies-healthcare.wpdAt Arab Health 2012, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) is showcasing a wide range of its healthcare solutions and integrated concepts, designed to directly address the needs of healthcare providers in caring for their patients. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2012/20120122-MicroDose-Mammo-Solution.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI), in partnership with Smit Mobile Equipment will introduce MicroDose, a new Philips full-field digital mammography (FFDM) solution, that will be installed in their second mobile breast cancer screening vehicle, which is specifically adapted to the requirements of patients and healthcare providers in the Middle East.Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2012/20120119-OLED-lighting-for-transparent-car-roof.wpdBASF and Philips have achieved a practical breakthrough in the development of OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) technology that allows it to be integrated in car roofs.Thu, 19 Jan 2012 04:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2012/20120112_CHILL-mi.wpdStudy will further evaluate the safety and effectiveness of endovascular cooling to reduce reperfusion injury in acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction patientsThu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2012/20110110%20_q4update.wpdPhilips today provided the following update on its expected fourth quarter 2011 financial results which, together with full-year financials, will be reported on January 30, 2012.Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2012/20120110-social-media-initiative.wpdFor the first time in the Netherlands, the treatment of a patient with a heart rhythm disorder can be followed via social media. Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111228-Times-Square-Ball.wpdWhen the glittering Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball descends to mark the beginning of 2012, it will also usher in one of the most important eras in lighting since Thomas Edison unveiled his incandescent electric light.Wed, 28 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2011/20111227_gooddesign_2011.wpdPhilips receives 10 GOOD DESIGN 2011 awardsTue, 27 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111222_pet_mr_VU.wpdPhilips and the VU University Medical Center Amsterdam today announced that they have signed an agreement to install one of Philips’ highly innovative Ingenuity TF PET/MR scanners at the center. This advanced imaging modality will help researchers at the VU University Medical Center Amsterdam to investigate new methods of diagnosing and treating cancer and neurological disorders.Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111221_heartnavigator.wpdPhilips today announced that Medical City Dallas Hospital is the first hospital in the U.S. to use Philips’ innovative HeartNavigator interventional tool in clinical practice. HeartNavigator is a new procedure planning and image guidance tool to help interventional cardiologists and cardiac surgeons perform minimally invasive heart valve replacements. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111216-statement-regarding-creative-and-media-review-pitch.wpdAfter a four month global creative review, Philips has selected Ogilvy & Mather to become the company’s global lead creative agency from January 1, 2012. Philips was impressed by Ogilvy’s strong global network, in particular its strength in emerging markets; the robustness of its strategic planning process; and its fully integrated approach towards digital communications.Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111215-vbdo-award.wpdThe Dutch Association of Investors for Sustainable Development (VBDO) has, for the fourth time in six years, recognized Philips’ achievements in the area of Responsible Supply Chain Management. Philips is ranked first among the forty largest publicly-listed Dutch companies benchmarked for this award. Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111213-Philips-lights-up-Zurichs-Hardbrucke.wpdZürich, Switzerland- Royal Philips Electronics’ (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) LED lighting solutions have completely transformed Zürich’s Hardbrücke, adding life to the neighborhood while reducing energy costs. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111208_financial_matters_update.wpdPhilips will host a conference call to update the markets on matters related to financial reporting, Group Management & Services (GM&S) costs, pensions, and other financial matters. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111208-healthy-cooking-coves.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) has supplied sustainable cooking stoves and solar-driven LED home lighting for 200 households across the South African Ilembe district. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111206-WSD.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) welcomed the initial results of a home healthcare clinical study published today by the UK’s Department of Health. Involving approximately 6,000 patients at three sites across the UK, the two-year study is believed to be the world’s largest of its kind to date.Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111205-Mother-and-Child-Care.wpdNew and expecting parents in the United States are doing all they can to ensure a healthy future for their children - including breastfeeding their babies for as long as they are able, according to the Philips Mother & Child Care Index. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111203-Climate-Change-Conference.wpdPhilips has called for a worldwide switch to LED lighting at the UN Climate Change Conference in Durban. The company is stating that a tipping point has been reached in the development of LED lighting that can now be used for general high-quality lighting in almost all applications.Sat, 03 Dec 2011 04:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20111201-CEO-ABDUP.wpdAt this moment there’s a lot at stakeFri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20111130-cop17.wpdSaving energy and switching to LED lighting helps to improve the lives of millions of people around the globeWed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/2011130-MasterLED-deal-in-RSA.wpdIntroduction of LED lighting technology offers South African businesses an estimated annual collective energy savings of ZAR 41 million (approx. EUR 4 million) and reduces 60,000 tons of CO2Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20111030_valueproducts.wpdPhilips answers the call for worldwide access to advanced imaging systems for diagnosis and treatmentWed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20111129_microdose.wpdPhilips MicroDose next generation mammography solution gains traction with first North American customers, enabling excellent image quality at a low radiation doseTue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111128_RSNA.wpdAt the 97th annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, Philips is demonstrating how the company’s unique approach to radiology, Imaging 2.0, has turned insight into innovation to deliver greater collaboration and integration, increased patient focus and improved economic value.Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111128_RSNA_PETMR.wpdPhilips receives FDA clearance to market its first whole body PET/MR imaging system in the United StatesIngenuity TF PET/MR enables clinicians and researchers to open new frontiers and push the bounds of what’s possible in imagingMon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20111127_philips-customers-validate-imaging-20.wpdPhilips customers validate the power of Imaging 2.0 to shape the future of radiology Sun, 27 Nov 2011 10:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20111123_veradius_neo.wpdPhilips introduces Veradius Neo mobile C-arm with flat detector to enhance management of challenging patients and procedures Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111122-HealWell.wpdThe Maastricht University Medical Center+ (Maastricht UMC+) has carried out research in partnership with Philips to investigate the effect of light on the sleep-wake rhythm of cardiac patients. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2011/20111117_philips_pers_apps.wpdToday, Royal Philips (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) launches a personal App for iPad 2 that measures your heart rate and breathing rate remotely, simply by using the iPad 2 camera.Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111117-CPL-awards.wpdSpanish city takes top spot in ninth annual awards for the use of light to enhance urban well-beingThu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20111117_mcc.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) is delivering the next generation of care from the hospital to the home with innovative solutions that support the health and well-being of mothers and their babies.Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111116_ubs_european_conference.wpdLondon, United Kingdom – Today, Ron Wirahadiraksa, Chief Financial Officer of Philips will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the UBS European Conference, London.Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/PicoPixProjectors_designed_for_Sagemcom_receive_iF_award_and_Chinas_Most_Successful_Design_Award.wpdPhilips PicoPix Projectors, designed by Philips for Sagemcom, awarded by China's Most Successful Design Awards and iF Design Awards.Tue, 08 Nov 2011 09:10:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/iF2012.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) will receive an exceptional 31 world renowned iF awards for material, packaging and product design. Tue, 08 Nov 2011 09:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111107_study_university_of_surrey.wpdThe study has been published in the Journal of Pineal Research “The spectral composition of evening light and individual differences in the suppression of melatonin and delay of sleep in humans.” Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/chinas_most_successful_design_awards_2011.wpdAt the awards ceremony in Shanghai on Friday November 4th , the jury of China’s Most Successful Design Awards honored Philips with nine awards for successful designs in the Chinese markets.Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/tv_buying_guide_reddot.wpdAt the awards ceremony in Shanghai on Friday November 4th , the jury of China’s Most Successful Design Awards honored Philips with nine awards for successful designs in the Chinese markets.Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111102_InstantTrust.wpdPhilips Lighting has today announced the launch of a new, complete and innovative water disinfection solution, Philips InstantTrust.Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111101_tpv_signing.wpdAmsterdam, the Netherlands – Philips today announced that it has signed the agreement to transfer its Television business into a joint venture with TPV Technology Limited. The new company will be 70% owned by TPV and 30% by Philips. The initial term sheet was announced earlier this year, on April 18. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20111031_microdose.wpdPhilips enters North American mammography market, underscoring its global commitment to women’s health care Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20111027_acti_innovatie_conferentie_frans_van_houten_dutch.wpdGrand Challenge: Health and Ageing, Frans van Houten, AcTI Innovatie Conferentiem Ridderzaal, Den Haag, 27 oktoberThu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20111027_acti_innovatie_conferentie_frans_van_houten_english.wpdGrand Challenge: Health and Ageing, Frans van Houten, AcTI Innovation Conference, Ridderzaal, The Hague, 27 OctoberThu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111026_Night_Watch.wpdRoyal Philips (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) announced today that starting on October 26, one of the world’s most renowned paintings will be bathed in a new light.Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/Philips_wins_Dutch_Design_Award_FreeStreet_Lighting_System.wpdPhilips’ FreeStreet Lighting system has won the 2011 Dutch Design Award (DDA) in the category Best professional product. Philips received the award from the DDA international jury at a award ceremony in Eindhoven last weekend. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 10:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/Philips_launches%20_Microbial_Home_new_forward_looking_design_concepts.wpdSeven concepts form part of a domestic ecosystem intended to stimulate discussion about sustainable approaches to the home. Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2011/20111020-holst-research.wpdHolst Centre and Philips Research celebrate successful 5 year collaboration with new contractThu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2011/20111019-stw-nihc-research.wpdSTW, NIHC and Philips Research commence research into e-coaching for a healthier lifestyleWed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/PR_FWA_award_oct18_2011.wpdNew Philips LED Lamp Finder App makes finding a simple and stylish lighting solution easier than everTue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2011/20111018_Philips_Adaptive_Healing_Rooms_project.wpdPhilips' Adaptive Healing Rooms project - improving patient recovery through the use of smart patient roomsTue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2011/20111018_Philips_Clear_Mind_project.wpdPhilips ‘Clear Mind’ project - reducing delirium in intensive care unitsTue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111018_Philips_opens_Hospital_Research_Area_innovative_healing_environments.wpdPhilips opens Hospital Research Area to develop innovative healing environmentsTue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2011/20111018_Philips_Hospital_Area_PET_CT_uptake_room.wpdPhilips’ Hospital Area PET-CT uptake room - reducing anxiety for better imaging and a better patient experienceTue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2011/20111018_Philips_people_focused_research_methodology.wpdPHILIPS’ PEOPLE-FOCUSED RESEARCH METHODOLOGY SUPPORTS HEALING ENVIRONMENTSTue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2011/20111018_The_Philips_Hospital_Area.wpdThe Philips Hospital AreaTue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/corpcomms/news/press/2011/20111017_q3.wpdPhilips announces Third Quarter Results 2011Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/Philips_launches_social_innovation_platform_Chulha.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) is proud to announce the launch of a new online social innovation platform, related to the Low Smoke Chulha stove. Mon, 10 Oct 2011 05:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111006_Leader_of_Change_Award.wpdGlobal lighting leader recognized for its innovative lighting solutions that demonstrate sustainable, environmental, economic and social valueThu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110510_pink_ribbon.wpdEvery year, approximately 1.3 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer worldwide.(1) Thanks to early detection, thousands of lives are saved each year. Philips strives to advance patient care of many of today’s deadly diseases and digital mammography has proven to be a powerful diagnostic tool for the early detection of breast cancer. In fact, when breast cancer is detected before it has spread to lymph nodes, the five-year survival rate in many countries is now well over 90 percent.Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20111004_interbrand_ranking.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE:PHG, AEX:PHI) today announced it continued to improve its position in the ranking of the top-100 global brands as compiled annually by leading brand consultant Interbrand.Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/Philips_Design_at_PietHeinEek_during_Dutch_Design_Week2011.wpdDuring the 10th edition of Dutch Design Week in Eindhoven, Philips Design will present its new futuristic Probe project Microbial Home − an innovative domestic ecosystem that provokes discussion on more sustainable solutions. Microbial Home will be presented at the Piet Hein Eek gallery, located at Strijp-R.Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20110929_oximetry.wpdHome oxygen measurement solution for sleep and ventilation launched at ERS 2011Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110928_the_estee_lauder_companies_and_philips.wpdHUNDREDS OF LANDMARKS WORLDWIDE WILL SHINE PINK, SENDING THE LIFESAVING BREAST HEALTH AWARENESS MESSAGE TO MILLIONSWed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20112709_ceo_highlights_innovation.wpdFrans van Houten showcases new products and technologies at celebration of 120th anniversaryTue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20110927_innovationexperience_van_houten_english.wpdWelcome to our Innovation Experience! And welcome to the smartest city in the world! In June, Eindhoven was named ‘Intelligent Community of the Year’ by the international think tank ‘Intelligent Community Forum’ in New York. And one of the most important criteria of the judges was innovation and that is what we are going to experience today.Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20110923_ex_course.wpdMaastricht University, Philips and Medtronic jointly created an executive course for hospital managers addressing the need to improve entrepreneurialism in health care.Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110920_New_Philips_inspection_lamps_provide_high_light_output.wpdNew Philips inspection lamps provide high light output in confined working spaces to make work easier and more comfortableTue, 20 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110920_New_Philips_motorcycle_lamps_to_help_you_see_better.wpdNew Philips motorcycle lamps to help you see better and be seen more easily on the roadTue, 20 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110914_CapitalGoodsConference.wpdToday, Ron Wirahadiraksa, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Philips Electronics, will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Credit Suisse Capital Goods Conference, London. Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110912_CMDLondon.wpdAt a meeting with investors and financial analysts today in London, UK, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) will update the financial market on the developments in the Lighting and Consumer Lifestyle sectors.Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2011/20110908Smart_Pulse.wpdPhilips Healthcare, Smart Pulse, Press Information. Philips introduces unique backup fetal and maternal monitoring solution during pregnancy, labor and deliveryThu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20110908_djsi.wpdPhilips has achieved supersector leader classification in the Personal and Household Goods category of the 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI).Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/20110905_global_trends_and_dialogues_3.wpdThis issue of Global Trends and Philips Dialogues focuses on Aging Well. This edition brings together high-level policymaking and our own personal destinies, in ways that resonate powerfully.Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20110905_erasmus_van_houten_dutch.wpdZoals u wellicht weet heb ik een speciale band met Rotterdam en met de Erasmus Universiteit. Zo’n 30 jaar geleden heb ik op deze campus bedrijfseconomie gestudeerd; daar heb ik heel goede herinneringen aan. Ik denk ook met plezier terug aan de bedrijvigheid in Rotterdam die mij diverse baantjes heeft opgeleverd naast mijn studie. Ik heb als student-assistent nog wiskunde werkcolleges gegeven aan eerstejaars economie studenten. En ik had een prachttijd bij het Rotterdamsch Studenten Corps.Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20110905_erasmus_van_houten_english.wpdRegions and countries also have to be able to renew themselves radically. Europe offers an excellent example of how necessary and difficult that can be. Europe has now been re-inventing itself for sixty years, time after time, in the European Union.Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/PR-EUROBIKE_Award.wpdPress InformationFri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/PR_LED_Masterlife_Daylight8.wpdPress InformationFri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110901_ifa2011.wpdAt this year’s Internationale Funk Ausstellung (IFA), taking place in Berlin from September 2-7, Philips is introducing new advanced consumer products in personal care, health and wellness, domestic appliances, lifestyle entertainment and television. Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20110829_mx40.wpdNew Philips IntelliVue MX40 patient monitor brings mobility, convenience and safety to the progressive hospital environmentMon, 29 Aug 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/healthcare/20110829_esc.wpdFrom 3D simulated heart surgery and digitized patient discharge planning, to the world’s first sleep apnea mobile app for cardiologists - Philips gets to the heart of innovationMon, 29 Aug 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20110817_methodist.wpdThe Methodist Hospital Research Institute and Philips Healthcare have collaborated to develop new imaging technology that could be used to help identify the start -- and cause -- of an infectious disease epidemic.Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110811_philips_owned_shares.wpdPhilips announced today that it has notified the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) that it currently holds over 5 percent of its own issued shares. This holding of Philips consists of shares that have been acquired under Philips’ current EUR 2 billion share repurchase program and shares that are held to cover for obligations resulting from Philips’ existing long-term incentive and employee stock purchase programs.Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2011/20110803_backgrounder_l_prize.wpdEvery year it is estimated that more than 425 million 60 Watt incandescent light bulbs are sold in the United States alone, representing approximately 50% of the domestic incandescent light bulb market. The traditional incandescent that has been the market staple for more than a century, but only uses 10% of its energy output for light and wastes the other 90% as heat. The DOE recognized that energy efficient alternatives need to made readily available and become the new standard for Americans.Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110803_lprize.wpdWashington, USA – The U.S. Department of Energy today announced that Philips Lighting North America has won the 60-watt replacement bulb category of the Bright Tomorrow Lighting Prize (L Prize) competition. The Department of Energy’s L Prize challenged the lighting industry to develop high performance, energy-saving replacements for conventional light bulbs that will save American consumers and businesses money.Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/australian_international_design_award2011.wpdPhilips wins 2011 Australian International Design Award for SensoTouch 3D shaverTue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20110726_OBTraceVue.wpdPhilips Healthcare’s OB TraceVue Version G.00.20 achieves ONC-ATCB certification, meets 2011/2012 meaningful use criteriaTue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/corpcomms/news/press/2011/20110718_q2.wpdPhilips announces Second Quarter and Semi-Annual Results 2011Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110715_midterm_financial_targets.wpdAmsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) today announced that it will present a mid-term performance trajectory update on July 18, 2011, on which day Philips will report second-quarter earnings.Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/HongKongAwardsforIndustries.wpdPhilips receives ‘Grand Award’ for Fidelio in 2011 Hong Kong Awards for IndustriesTue, 12 Jul 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110711_povos_acquisition.wpdAmsterdam, the Netherlands and Shanghai, China – Royal Philips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) announced today that it agreed to acquire Povos Electric Appliance (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., a leading kitchen appliance company in China. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. The transaction, which is subject to confirmatory due diligence and other customary closing conditions, is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2011.Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110704_luminous_textile.wpdPhilips today announced that it will partner with Kvadrat Soft Cells, to bring an innovative luminous textile to the market.Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110704_enlight.wpdA group of 30 leading European companies and academic institutions today announced that they are working together in the newly established project “ENLIGHT”, a three-year program which is partly funded by the ENIAC Joint Undertaking and the ENIAC member States.Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110629_indal_acquisition.wpdAmsterdam, Valladolid– Philips today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Indal, a leading Spanish professional luminaires company mainly focused on outdoor lighting solutions. The acquisition will fuel Philips’ growth in professional lighting solutions and create a platform to further strengthen Philips’ market position in Europe. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110627_black_eyed_peas.wpdPhilips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) and The Black Eyed Peas truly lit up the stage at the highly anticipated and historic three night stand at the Stade de France.Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110627_sectra_acquisition.wpdAmsterdam and Solna, Philips announced today that it has agreed to acquire the mammography equipment product line of Sectra AB (NASDAQ OMX Stockholm: SECT B), a Swedish provider of medical systems and secure communication systems. With this acquisition Philips will broaden its product portfolio with a unique digital mammography solution that enables breast screening with less burden to women in terms of X-ray radiation dose.Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110623_carole_wainaina.wpdPhilips today announced the appointment of Carole Wainaina as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective September 1, 2011. Ms. Wainaina will succeed Hayko Kroese and will report directly to Philips Chief Executive Officer Frans van Houten.Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110622_market_update_june.wpdAmsterdam, the Netherlands – Following weaker market demand, mainly in Western Europe, Royal Philips today updates the market on the financial performance of the company. Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/stefanomarzanoretirement.wpdPhilips Chief Design Officer, Stefano Marzano, to leave the company for retirementTue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20110621_tru_d.wpdPhilips distributes simple solution for the reduction of environmental pathogens commonly found in health care facilitiesTue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/20110621_global_trends_and_dialogues_2.wpdThe second editon of Global Trends and Philips Dialogues focuses on Livable Cities, including an update on the work of The Philips Center for Health and Well-being and an article that links Livable Cities to economic growth, including views on how lighting solutions can contribute to that. It also features the winning entries of the Philips Livable Cities Awards contest.Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110620_allparts_medical.wpdAmsterdam, The Netherlands and Nashville, USA – Philips announced today that it has acquired AllParts Medical, a privately owned US-based provider of imaging equipment parts and training. The acquisition supports Philips’ commitment to provide the imaging market with the highest quality service parts, training programs and technical support. It is an excellent fit with Philips’ Multi-Vendor Services business and growth ambitions. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:02 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110620_jim_andrews_cso.wpdPhilips today announced the appointment of Jim Andrew as Chief Strategy Officer, effective July 15, 2011. Later this year, Mr. Andrew will also take over the innovation portfolio – including corporate technologies, research & development, and idea-to-market process leadership - from Gottfried Dutine, who will retire per December 31, 2011. Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110619_rosatom.wpdRussian State Atomic Energy Corporation ROSATOM and Royal Philips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) have announced their intention to develop a nuclear medicine industry ecosystem in Russia. Sun, 19 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/gooddesignawards2010.wpdPhilips receives 8 GOOD DESIGN 2010 AwardsAmong the winning designs is Philips’ Annual Report 2009, which is the industry’s first paperless annual report produced only on-line.Tue, 14 Jun 2011 03:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2011/20110906Philips_Cooper.wpdPhilips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) announced today that they entered into a patent license agreement with Cooper Industries.Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110609_jp_morgan.wpdToday, Frans van Houten, Chief Executive Officer of Philips,will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the JP Morgan Cazenove Pan–European Capital Goods CEO Conference in Surrey, United Kingdom.Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110608_Exane_BNP.wpd"strategy", "implementation", "Philips", 'Chief Financial Officer', 'Ron Wirahadiraksa', 'financial analyst', 'Paris, France', 'health and well-being'Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110525_morgan_stanley.wpdBeijing, China – Tomorrow, Frans van Houten, Chief Executive Officer of Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI), will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Morgan Stanley China Industrials Summit in Beijing, China.Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/PR_BillboardMusicAwards_BEPDress.wpdPress InformationSun, 22 May 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110518_OLED.wpdPhilips announced today that it is investing EUR 40 million to increase its production capacity for OLED-based lighting at its facility in Aachen, Germany. The investment will support the rapid growth of Philips’ OLED business, with increased availability of Philips OLED modules for high-end design lighting applications for decorative and ambience creation purposes.Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110517_lightfair_2011.wpdPhilips demonstrates its global leadership in LED lighting at Lightfair by showcasing the industry’s most extensive portfolio of LED lighting solutions for offices, shops, homes and outdoor environments. Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110516_CEO_updates_market_on_implementation_strategy.wpdToday, Frans van Houten, Chief Executive Officer of Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI), will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Electrical Products Group (EPG) Conference in Longboat Key, Florida, USA.Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110516_75w_LED_lamp.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG), the industry leader in LED lighting solutions, will unveil the Philips EnduraLED A21 17-watt light bulb tomorrow at the LIGHTFAIR® International tradeshow, May 17-19, 2011.Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110512_update_markets_on_healthcare.wpdAt a meeting with investors and financial analysts today in Boston, USA, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) will update the financial market on the developments in the relevant Healthcare markets, and the progress made by the Healthcare sector.Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110512_c2c_2011.wpdPhilips will once again travel across Africa to raise awareness about how healthcare and lighting solutions can improve the quality of life across the continent. The Cape Town to Cairo road show 2011 (from 12th May to 11th July, 2011) is the second African road show undertaken by Philips. The road show will cover 12,000 kilometers in 62 days, visiting a total of twelve countries.Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20110509_iba.wpdIBA cooperates with Philips to create patient-centric proton therapy centersMon, 09 May 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110504_hrp.wpdHeart Rhythm 2011, the Heart Rhythm Society’s 32nd annual scientific sessions, May 4-7 in San Francisco, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) and the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) have teamed up to showcase current solutions and future developments that shape the diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment of heart rhythm disorders. Wed, 04 May 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110503_exchange_ratio2010.wpdPhilips today announced that the exchange ratio for the dividend in shares for the year 2010 has been determined. The exchange ratio is 1 new common share for every 26.0742 existing common shares. This ratio was based on the volume weighted average price on NYSE Euronext Amsterdam of April 27, 28 and 29, 2011 of EUR 20.1070 and was calculated in a manner that dividend in shares is approximately 3% higher than the gross dividend in cash. Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:02 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110503_Rudy_Provoost.wpdPhilips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) today announced that Rudy Provoost will leave as Chief Executive Officer of the Lighting sector and Member of the Board of Management per September 30, 2011 to join the Management Board of Rexel, a global leader in the distribution of electrical supplies, and become its Chairman in 2012. Philips will announce a successor to Mr. Provoost in due course.Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110428_livable_cities_award.wpdPhilips has today announced the winners of the Philips Livable Cities Award, a global initiative designed to generate innovative, meaningful and achievable ideas to improve the health and well-being of city-dwellers across the world. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/PR_EUROLUCE_EcomoodsOutdoorRange.wpdPress InformationWed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/PR_EUROLUCE_ambianceaccessories.wpdPress InformationWed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/PR_EUROLUCE_myBathroom.wpdPress InformationWed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/PR_EUROLUCE_LEDLamps.wpdPress InformationWed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/PR_EUROLUCE_LivingAmbiance.wpdPress InformationWed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/PR_EUROLUCE_LEDDesign.wpdPress InformationWed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/PR_EUROLUCE_myHomeOffice.wpdPress InformationWed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2011/BACKGROUNDER_EUROLUCE_Atmosphere.wpdBackgrounderWed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2011/20110422-digitalpathology-NEC.wpdPhilips and NEC Corporation announced the signing of an agreement under which the two companies will jointly develop and market highly integrated digital pathology solutions. Mon, 25 Apr 2011 15:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110420_corindus_alliance.wpdAmsterdam, The Netherlands and Natick, USA – Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) and Corindus Inc. today announced an alliance agreement to add Corindus’ robotic-assisted system for the minimally invasive treatment of obstructed coronary arteries (also known as percutaneous coronary interventions) to Philips’ interventional cardiology solutions. Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2011/20110421Trilux.wpdPhilips welcomes Trilux as licensee for LED Luminaire ProgramThu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/reddot2011.wpdPhilips wins red dot for product design 17 awards, including best of the best for outdoor solution: SpeedStarWed, 20 Apr 2011 10:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/corpcomms/news/press/2011/20110418_q1.wpdPhilips' First Quarter Results 2011Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/corpcomms/news/press/2011/20110418_tpv_jointventure.wpdPhilips today announced that it has entered into a term sheet to transferits Television business into a joint venture with TPV Technology (0903.HK) as part of a long-term strategic partnership. The new company will be 70% owned by TPV and 30% by Philips.Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2011/20110416Maintenance.wpdWe are pleased to present to you our redesigned user interface for the partners area at www.lscdweb.comSat, 16 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110414_revolving_credit_facility.wpdPhilips today announced a one-year extension of its existing EUR 1.8 billion revolving credit facility until February 18, 2016.Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20110414_flexmove.wpdPhilips installs world-first FlexMove option for hybrid ORThu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20110412_intellispace.wpdPhilips IntelliSpace Event Management solution offers enhanced platform for critical patient alertsTue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20110406_ingeniaus.wpdPhilips to take orders for the Ingenia MRI system in the United StatesWed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2011/20110404_backgrounder_hospital_to_home_learning_destination.wpdPhilips is addressing global industry challenges and supporting best practices for helping to reduce hospital readmissions, as well as improve the quality of life for cardiac patients and support their spectrum of caregivers.Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110404_acc_showcase_new_approach.wpdDuring the American College of Cardiology’s (ACC) 60th Annual Scientific Session & Expo, April 2 - 5 in New Orleans, La., USA, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) will demonstrate how personalized management of a patient from hospital to home can help reduce hospital readmission rates for patients with cardiac conditions.Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110331_agm_2011.wpdPhilips announced that today’s Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) has approved the appointment of Mr. Frans van Houten as President & CEO for four years, effective April 1, 2011. The General Meeting of Shareholders also approved the appointment of Mr. Ron Wirahadiraksa and Mr. Pieter Nota as members of the Philips Board of Management, effective April 1, 2011. Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20110331_agm_kleisterlee_english.wpdt Philips, this was a transition from Vision 2010 to Vision 2015, the strategic program that we shared with you last September. And lastly, the transition at board-room level in our company, where a new team has been preparing itself over the past months, which, with your consent, will direct the next phase of our company’s development. In the past years, under sometimes difficult economic circumstances, we have jointly laid the foundations for a successful future. Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20110331_agm_kleisterlee_dutch.wpdOok van mijn kant hartelijk welkom op deze algemene vergadering van aandeelhouders. De afgelopen 12 maanden stonden bij Philips voor een groot deel in het teken van overgang. Macro-economisch, de overgang van pril herstel na de diepe recessie naar een periode van gematigde groei, zij het nog steeds met een aantal grote onzekerheden. In de ontwikkeling van Philips, de overgang van Vision 2010 naar Vision 2015, het Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110308_television_business.wpdBased on the most recent developments in the market, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) updates the market on the financial performance of the company’s Television business in the first quarter of 2011. Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110318_world_sleep_day2011.wpdPhilips announced today a global partnership with the World Association of Sleep Medicine as official sponsor of World Sleep Day 2011, being held across the globe on Friday March 18. This partnership illustrates Philips’ expanding efforts to increase awareness of how sleep impacts people’s health and well-being all around the world, on a daily basis.Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110309_dameca_acquisition.wpdPhilips announced today that it has acquired Dameca, a global provider of anesthesia machines and accessories for the operating room. This acquisition marks an important step in the execution of Philips’ strategy to expand its portfolio with integrated, advanced anesthesia care solutions.Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110308_ifa2010.wpdAcross the world, consumers aspire to improve their health and feeling of well-being, but struggle to balance this with the increasing complexity of their lives. At its annual winter media event, Philips is introducing a range of innovations that are advanced, easy to experience and designed around the needs of consumers.Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/20110304_mdcpacs.wpdPhilips showcases new modular enterprise wide Picture Archiving (PACS) solution at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) 2011Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/styliD.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) beats its own record, this year receiving an exceptional 28 awards for product design from the world renowned iF design awards.Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110228_itw_collaboration.wpdPhilips Electronics today announced its collaboration with the non-profit organization Imaging the World (ITW). Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2011/21feb2011_himss.wpdPhilips showcases commitment to standards-based interoperability at Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS)Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110217_sustainability_report.wpdPhilips today announced that it will allocate EUR 2 billion for investments in Green Innovation by 2015 to accelerate sustainable business across the company’s three sectors. In 2010, Philips’ cumulative investments in Green Innovation amounted to EUR 1 billion, surpassing its Green Innovation investment target two years ahead of schedule. Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/backgrounders/Sheikh_Zayed_Bridge_Abu_Dhabi.wpdPhilips is proud to have partnered in the latest architectural project of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: the Sheikh Zayed Bridge. The bridge connects Dubai and the capital city Abu Dhabi and is more than 840 meters long, connecting the mainland with the Emirates largest island Abu Dhabi.Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110217_agm_agenda.wpdPhilips today announced that its Supervisory Board has agreed to appoint Jeroen van der Veer as its next Chairman, effective upon the closing of the 2011 General Meeting of Shareholders on March 31st. Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110217_annual_report.wpdPhilips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) today published its 2010 Annual Report, and expects to file its 2010 Form 20-F with the US Securities and Exchange Commission on February 18, 2011 (www.sec.gov).Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/20110216_60watt_Equivalent.wpdPress InformationWed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110215_indycar_ims_and_philips.wpdPhilips gears up for IZOD IndyCar Series as official emergency care equipment sponsorTue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110210_livable_cities_award_finalists.wpdPhilips has today announced the eight finalists selected for the Philips Livable Cities Award, a global initiative designed to generate practical, achievable ideas for improving the health and well-being of city-dwellers across the world.Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2011/iF2011.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) beats its own record, this year receiving an exceptional 28 awards for product design from the world renowned iF design awards.Tue, 08 Feb 2011 03:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2011/20110207-mri-hifu.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics and Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) announced an important development today in MRI-guided local drug delivery for cancer treatment.Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2011/20110207-mr-hifu-animation.wpdAnimation plus stills from animation with captionMon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2011/20110207-mr-hifu-backgrounder.wpdThe focus of this backgrounder is a local drug delivery technique being investigated by Philips and TU/e researchers that combines MRI, ultrasound and small drug containing particles.Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2010/Philips_Design_and_Arzak.wpdInteractive tableware stimulates senses through light, sound vibration and electrical current.confirmation of Philips Design’s understanding of the needs and aspirations in local markets,” says Stefano Marzano, Chief Design Officer Royal Philips Electronics. Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2011/20110127-biomerieux.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics and bioMérieux today announced that they have successfully achieved an important milestone in the development of fully-automated handheld rapid diagnostic test solutions for use in hospitals at the point-of-care – i.e. close to a patient’s bedside.Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110124_acquisition_preethi.wpdAmsterdam, NL and Chennai, India – Royal Philips Electronics announced today that it has agreed to acquire the assets of the Preethi business, a leading kitchen appliances company in India. This will make Philips the clear leader in this specific fast-growing segment within the Indian Domestic Appliances market. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:02 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/corpcomms/news/press/2011/20110124_q4.wpdPhilips announces Fourth Quarter and Annual Results 2010Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/20110117_global_trends_and_dialogues.wpdGlobal Trends and Philips Dialogues is a new addition to the series of Philips Publications, meant to strengthen our dialogue about key societal trends in health and well-being. The first edition introduces the activities of The Philips Center for Health and Well-being and its think tanks on Active Aging and Livable Cities.Mon, 17 Jan 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110106_acquisition_medsage_technologies.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) announced today that it has acquired substantially all of the assets of medSage Technologies LLC, a leading provider of patient interaction and management applications (“medSage Technologies”). Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2011/20110105_acquisition_optimum_lighting.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) announced today that it has acquired Optimum Lighting LLC, a privately owned company specializing in customized energy-efficient lighting solutions for the office, industry and retail segments.Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101230_times_square_ball.wpdIn 2010-2011, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) enters a new decade of energy efficiency, celebrating its 11th anniversary as the official Lighting Partner to the world-famous Times Square Ball, a beacon of LED innovation. Thu, 30 Dec 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101221_mpi_technology.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) today announced that it has initiated a German public-private partnership that aims to advance the development of whole-body Magnetic Particle Imaging (MPI) systems and preclinical hybrid systems that combine MPI with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2010/20101216-digitalpathology-definiens.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics and Definiens, the number one Health Image IntelligenceTM company, today announced the companies have signed a cooperation agreement to jointly develop a digital pathology system to support clinical diagnosis of several types of cancer, beginning with breast cancer. The companies will integrate Definiens’ image analysis solutions into Philips’ comprehensive imaging systems, providing pathologists with tools for assessment of immunohistochemically stained cancer tissue. Thu, 16 Dec 2010 09:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101209_intellivue_guardian_solutions.wpdAlready a market leader in patient monitoring solutions for critical care settings in hospitals, Royal Philips Electronics today announced that it will introduce IntelliVue Guardian Solutions a comprehensive range of monitoring solutions designed specifically for hospital-based general care settings.Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101209_open_mri_scanner.wpdAn interdisciplinary team of scientists and leading medics from Berlin's Charité University Hospital has now successfully managed a world first: they performed the birth of a child in an open high-field MRI scanner from Philips. For the first time, it was possible to obtain unique images showing the inside of the mother's body and showing the movement of the child in the birth canal until the head emerged. The birth proceeded without any complications and mother and child are both doing well.Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20101207_homehealth.wpdPhilips-commissioned RAND report highlights promise of home health and need for multi-stakeholder action to break down barriers to adoptionTue, 07 Dec 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101206_ncw.wpdAmsterdam, the Netherlands and Hong Kong, China - Royal Philips announced today that it has acquired the privately owned NCW Holdings LTD (NCW). Headquartered in Hong Kong and with a manufacturing subsidiary in mainland China, NCW is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of LED, conventional entertainment lighting and lighting control solutions for global markets. No financial details on the transaction were disclosed.Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101203_vbdo_awards.wpdThe Dutch Association of Investors for Sustainable Development (VBDO) has, for the third time, recognized Philips’ achievements in the area of Responsible Supply Chain Management. Philips is ranked first among the forty largest publicly-listed Dutch companies benchmarked for this award. Fri, 03 Dec 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101202_assembleon.wpdPhilips announced today that it intends to sell a majority stake in Assembléon to H2 Equity Partners, an independent private equity firm. Philips will retain a 20 percent stake in Assembléon once the transaction, which is subject to the advice of the works council and customary regulatory filings, is completed.Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101202_socgen.wpdPierre-Jean Sivignon, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI), will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Societe Generale Premium Review Conference in Paris.Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101201_cmd_cl.wpdAt a meeting with investors and financial analysts today, Royal Philips Electronics will update the market on its Consumer Lifestyle sector. Executives at Consumer Lifestyle, including Chief Executive Officer Pieter Nota, will elaborate on the sector’s plan to drive sales growth in strategic businesses and geographies. Emerging markets will be a particular focus, with Consumer Lifestyle investing in local marketing, design and innovation capabilities.Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101201_rsna_xray.wpdPhilips today introduced the Juno DRF and the DigitalDiagnost – ER Wireless systems, two versatile diagnostic X-ray solutions that represent the next step in patient care. Featured at the 96th annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, these innovative systems uphold Philips’ commitment to integrating technologies in a smart way to help enhance patient outcomes and increase value for healthcare systems. Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101130_rsna_%20intellispace.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics today introduced the Philips IntelliSpace Portal, a multimodality workspace that uses advanced networking capabilities to facilitate collaboration between radiologists and referring clinicians that may lead to faster, more accurate and informed patient care.Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2010/20101130_PR_DutchHighwayLED.wpdPress InformationTue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101129_ron_wirahadiraksa.wpdPhilips Electronics today announced that Ron Wirahadiraksa, currently Chief Financial Officer at Philips Healthcare, will succeed Pierre-Jean Sivignon per March 31, 2011 as the Chief Financial Officer of Royal Philips Electronics.Mon, 29 Nov 2010 00:00:02 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101129_rsna_ingenuity_ct.wpdPhilips announced today the new Philips Ingenuity CT (computed tomography) platform, an innovative technology that will help redefine low dose imaging. The Ingenuity CT features iDose4, Philips’ next-generation iterative reconstruction technique, designed to provide equivalent diagnostic image quality at up to 80 percent less dose; improve spatial resolution by up to 35 percent with up to 50 percent less dose; or simply improve spatial resolution by up to 68 percent.Mon, 29 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101128_rsna_imaging2_0.wpd This year at the 96th annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) is ushering in a new era in radiology science with Imaging 2.0, a concept fueled by integration of technology, clinician and patient. Showcasing its commitment to pioneering innovative, cost-effective solutions, Philips is highlighting technologies that focus specifically on the patientSun, 28 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2010/20101120_PR_TVTowerGuangzhou.wpdPress InformationSun, 21 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101118_atom_alliance.wpdAndover, Mass. – Philips and Atom Medical Corporation, a major manufacturer of neonatal medical equipment, announced today that they are expanding their relationship to serve customers with a more complete portfolio of perinatal care solutions. This alliance now includes neonatal patient monitoring, apnea home monitoring, neonatal incubators and warmers, jaundice management, respiratory support, perinatal clinical informaticsThu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2010/20101118_PR_energyefficiencyAustralia.wpdPress InformationThu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101117_gold_partnership.wpdPhilips Electronics announced today its partnership with the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD), on the occasion of World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day. According to the World Health Organization, COPD afflicts some 50 million people around the world, and kills nearly 3 million every year. In addition, COPD is greatly under-diagnosed, with recent studies indicating that 25% to 50% of clinically significant COPD cases remain undetected. Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/20101116_aging_workforce.wpdThe world is aging rapidly. By 2050, a third of the population of developed countries will be over the age of 60 and nearly one in 10 will be over 80. This will result in a severe shortage of labor and falling output, health care costs will spiral and there will be a vast shortfall in pension provision.Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20101111_American_Heart_Association_guideline.wpdPress release - Philips announces its portfolio of lifesaving solutions supports new American Heart Association 2010 CPR and ECC GuidelinesThu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101111_global_index_hwb.wpdAmsterdam, The Netherlands – Philips published today the ‘Philips Index for Health and Well-being: A global perspective’. The report reveals that people in India, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and Singapore feel significantly more positive about their state of health and well-being when asked than those in some of the most developed economies of the world, such as Japan, much of Europe and the Americas. Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20101110_Kleisterlee_FME.wpdIt’s a pleasure to be here today and talk to you about the future of The Netherlands' technology industry in an international context. I am glad to be here because the technology industry is one of the essential drivers of the Dutch economy. This is clear even just from the core data of your own FME : 2,750 member companies with 260,000 employees and total sales of 84 billion euros, of which no less than 60% is from exports.Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2010/20101110Philips_Lemnis_agreement.wpdPhilips and Lemnis Lighting conclude LED patent license agreementWed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2010/China_most_successful_design_awards_2010.wpdDuring the November 5 Shanghai awards ceremony, the jury honored Philips with four awards for designs that are most successful in the Chinese markets. We are delighted with this confirmation of Philips Design’s understanding of the needs and aspirations in local markets,” says Stefano Marzano, Chief Design Officer Royal Philips Electronics. Mon, 08 Nov 2010 03:30:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2010/20101101-EmmyAwardBlu-ray.wpdPanasonic Corporation, Royal Philips Electronics, Sony Corporation, and TDK Corporation will be honored with the 62nd annual Technology & Engineering Emmy Award during the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) for their contributions to the Blue Laser Optical Systems for Consumer Playback which was announced by The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) on October 25th.Mon, 01 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2010/20101030_PR_ButterflyEffect.wpdPress InformationMon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101029_electron_ct_scanner.wpdSt. Petersburg, Russia - Philips and Electron, a leading Russian medical equipment manufacturer, today announced that they have completed Russia’s first installation and clinical validation of a domestically made Computed Tomography (CT) scanner at the Hospital of War Veterans in St. Petersburg. The two companies have received clearance by the appropriate authorities to market the scanner, which has been designed specifically for the Russian healthcare market, throughout Russia.Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2010/20101027-photoncounting-scaled.wpdMajor step forward in the development of Philips highly innovative digital silicon photomultiplier technology by scaling it from a single-pixel sensor to a fully integrated 64-pixel sensor with a sensing surface of over 10 square centimeters.Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2010/Philips_Design_presence_during_DDW.wpdPhilips Design presents Probes projects during Dutch Design Week 2010. Visitors to this year’s Dutch Design Week 2010, in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, will have a chance to visit Philips Design. And for the first time the Philips Design Probes projects ‘Fractal’ and ‘Food’ will be on display to the public, offering visitors to the Dutch Design a unique experience. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 06:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2010/Philips_wins_8_Recognitions_Good_Industrial_Design_2010.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics is proud to announce that it has received 8 “Recognition Good Industrial Design” awards. These awards are a recognition that Philips’ people-focused design approach helps to bring sense and simplicity to people’s lives. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2010/101022_PR_GhanaStreet.wpdPress InformationFri, 22 Oct 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/corpcomms/news/press/2010/20101018_q3.wpdPhilips announces Third Quarter Results 2010Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101014_cssl.wpdA group of 22 leading European companies and academic institutions today announced that they are working together in the “Consumerizing Solid-State Lighting” (CSSL) project, which is partly funded by the European Union and EU countries. Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101011_discus_holdings.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (AEX: PHI, NYSE: PHG) announced today that it has agreed to acquire Discus Holdings Inc., the leading manufacturer of professional tooth whitening products. Through this acquisition Philips expands its oral healthcare portfolio, adding to Philips’ globally leading Sonicare electric toothbrush business. Upon closing of the transaction, pending regulatory approvals and expected in the fourth quarter of 2010, Discus Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101011_ala_award.wpdAs legislation continues to accelerate the phase-out of incandescent lamps in many parts of the world, Philips’ new high quality LED replacement solution for traditional 60-watt bulbs has won prestigious recognition from the American Lighting Association (ALA), the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE), and the US Department of Energy (DOE).Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20101007_lancashire_libraries.wpdSkemersdale, West Lancashire, United Kingdom - Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE:PHG, AEX:PHI), has installed LED lighting at Skemersdale Library making it the first library in Lancashire to use an innovative colour-changing ceiling to encourage wider use of libraries by young people. The system uses iColor Cove LED light fittings from Philips, managed via a ToBeTouched controller, which enables library staff to quickly select different lighting scenes.Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/backgrounders/Muziekgebouw_Frits_Philips_backgrounder.wpdMuziekgebouw Frits Philips Eindhoven inspired by Philips Ambient ExperienceThu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/press/2010/Muziekgebouw_Frits_Philips.wpdConcert Hall Frits Philips Eindhoven inspired by Philips Ambient ExperienceThu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20100929_breast_cancer_month.wpdThe Estée Lauder Companies Benelux announced the launch of the breast cancer monthWed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100927_super_mall.wpdPhilips brings a taste of Tokyo to Moscow’s new Vegas ‘super mall’Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100917_city_people_light.wpdThe city of Lucerne in Switzerland has been awarded first prize in the 2010 international city.people.light awards, the annual contest organized by Philips and the Lighting Urban Community International Association (LUCI) to reward the use of lighting in the creation of livable cities that benefit the well-being of those who live, work or visit them.Fri, 17 Sep 2010 15:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100916_Nikkei_symposium.wpdIn a keynote speech entitled “Towards Next Generation Home Healthcare”, delivered at the 2010 Nikkei-Philips Symposium, Erik Sande, General Manager, Philips Home Monitoring, reconfirmed Philips’ commitment to helping address the healthcare needs of aging populations. Fri, 17 Sep 2010 00:00:02 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20100917_Nikkei_speech.wpdGood afternoon ladies and gentlemen. I’m honored to be here today at this Nikkei Healthcare Forum to discuss what I think is one of the most important issues facing the world today.How do we provide high-quality healthcare in a sustainable way? How do we help the elderly and chronically ill to live as full and rewarding a life as possible – now and in the future?Fri, 17 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/201009016_interbrand_valuation.wpdPhilips today announced another significant increase in brand value in the ranking of the top-100 global brands as compiled annually by leading brand consultancy Interbrand. The total estimated value* of the Philips brand in 2010 was USD 8.7 billion, representing a 7% increase in value over the previous year. Philips’ ranking as the 42nd most valuable brand in the world remained stable in 2010. Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2010/100916_PR_BlueVision.wpdPress InformationThu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2010/100916_PR_DAYLIGHT4_and_8.wpdPress InformationThu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2010/100916_pr_xtremevision.wpdPress InformationThu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100915_automotive_lighting.wpdThe automotive lighting industry is undergoing radical transformation. More and more people seek to become and remain mobile. At the same time, there are growing legislative pressures, for instance to reduce the environmental impact of motoring and to increase safety, as evidenced by the recent EU legislation making Daytime Running Lights (DRL) mandatory.Wed, 15 Sep 2010 00:00:05 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/corpcomms/news/press/2010/20100914_v2015.wpdPhilips Electronics today outlined its strategic ‘Vision 2015’ plan to further strengthen Philips’ leadership in the domain of health and well-being. The company will detail its key priorities, market opportunities and investment focus areas for the coming years.Tue, 14 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/if_china2010.wpdPhilips expands design awards success with eight iF Design Awards ChinaTue, 14 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100913_wheb.wpdPhilips announced today that it has agreed to acquire Wheb Sistemas, a leading Brazilian provider of clinical information systems. This acquisition marks the next step in the execution of Philips Healthcare’s strategy to expand its clinical informatics portfolio with solutions that increase its ability to meet the diverse and growing needs of the different markets around the worldMon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100909_djsi.wpdPhilips today announced that it has achieved supersector leader classification in the Personal and Household Goods category of the 2010 Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI).Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100908_world_investment_forum.wpdPhilips, the global leader in lighting solutions has advocated the creation of “livable cities” as a key component of urban well-being.Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:02 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100908_oled.wpdScientists from Philips Research have developed the first-ever organic light emitting diode (OLED) module that can be powered directly from a mains electricity supply. The prototype opens the door to OLED systems that can be directly plugged into standard power outlets without the need for bulky power management circuitry. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100907_pension.wpdPhilips announced today that it will make a cash contribution of EUR 350 million, on September 7, 2010 to the Philips UK pension fund, as part of the Philips UK pension fund’s recovery plan. Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100903_coway.wpdPhilips announced today that it and Woongjin Coway - a leading Korea-based well-being household appliance company, signed a Memorandum of Understanding for future joint development and supply of air cleaners for the rapidly growing Chinese air purifier market. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100902_ifa.wpdThis year at the Internationale Funk Ausstellung (IFA), taking place in Berlin from September 2-8, Philips is unveiling a range of advanced consumer products that help people enjoy a healthier and better life in a simple way.Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:02 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100902_ifa_green.wpdFrom televisions to irons, and vacuum cleaners to home cinema sound systems, Philips is cutting energy consumption and increasing recyclability – both by using more recycled materials in new products, and ensuring that its products are easier to recycle or include biodegradable parts.Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100820_burton.wpdPhilips announced today that it has acquired Burton Medical Products Corporation, a leading provider of specialized lighting solutions for healthcare facilities, from the Norwegian industrial group Glamox ASA.Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100819_tpv.wpdPhilips and TPV Technology today signed a Letter of Intent to enter into a brand licensing agreement under which TPV will assume responsibility for the sourcing, distribution, marketing and sales of all Philips’ television activities in China (excluding Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau).Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100817_gilde_healthcare.wpdPhilips today announced that it has joined Gilde Healthcare III – a new venture capital fund focusing on innovative early and growth stage healthcare technology companies in Europe and the USA that are active in developing and commercializing new patient-centric healthcare solutions, medical technologies and therapeutics. Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2006/hotel_research.wpdNew research shows Europe’s hotels could save EUR 450 million in energy per year on their lighting.Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/Envisioning_transitions_080321_AS.wpdEnvisioning transitionsThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/Unlocking_new_markets_PDesign_SRocchi_230606.wpdUnlocking new marketsThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/democratizing-the-future-14324.wpdDemocratizing the futureThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/people_focused_innovation_in_healthcare.wpdPeople-focused innovation in healthcareThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/rejuvenative_cities.wpdRejuvenative citiesThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/Breathing_life_into_delicate_ideas.wpdImproving innovation successThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/Enable_healthy_living_080402.wpdEnable healthy livingThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_Breathing_life_into_delicate_ideas.wpdImproving innovation successThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_democratizing-the-future-14324.wpdDemocratizing the futureThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_Enable_healthy_living_080402.wpdEnable healthy livingThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_Envisioning_transitions_080321_AS.wpdEnvisioning transitionsThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_people_focused_innovation_in_healthcare.wpdPeople-focused innovation in healthcareThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_rejuvenative_cities.wpdRejuvenative citiesThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_Unlocking_new_markets_PDesign_SRocchi_230606.wpdUnlocking new marketsThu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20100803_c2c_summary.wpdPhilips has travelled for through the heart of Africa for nearly three months. We have visited 15 cities in 9 countries and have traveled over 9,000 Kilometers in 69 days to share the ways in which our solutions can improve the quality of people’s lives across the continent.Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100802_solar_led_china.wpdPhilips is to participate in the 1000-Village Solar LED program, an initiative launched by The Climate Group and the One Foundation to provide rural communities in China with energy-efficient solar-powered LED lighting.Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100802_cdp.wpdPhilips announced today that it has agreed to acquire the business of CDP Medical Ltd, an Israel-based provider of Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS), and a subsidiary of medical device distributor Medtechnica Ltd. Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100802_cdp.wpdPhilips continues to expand its clinical informatics portfolio with the acquisition of CDP business in IsraelMon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100728_shanghai_apex.wpdPhilips announced today that it has acquired Shanghai Apex Electronics, a leading Chinese manufacturer of ultrasound transducers - key determinants of image quality for ultrasound systems. The acquisition strengthens Philips’ portfolio of high quality transducers specifically aimed at the value segment in emerging markets.Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100722_spine.wpdPhilips and SpineMark Corporation, a leader in developing specialized centers for spine care, announced today a long-term partnership to build centers for spine care globally. The first centers for spine care resulting from this agreement will be established in the Netherlands, Spain and Turkey in the first quarter of 2011.Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100722_spine.wpdPhilips provides SpineMark with an Integrated Solution for Spine CentersThu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100722_spinemark.wpdPhilips and SpineMark sign global partnership to improve patients’ experience of spine care and reduce treatment costsThu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100721_dako.wpdDako_7.21.10Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100721_dako.wpdPhilips and Dako, a Danish company specializing in tissue-based cancer diagnostics, today announced that they have signed an agreement to integrate a selection of Dako’s image analysis applications into Philips’ future digital pathology solutions.Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/id_annual_design_review_2010.wpdPhilips OLED luminaire concepts receive honorable mention in 2010 I.D. Annual Design reviewTue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/corpcomms/news/press/2010/20100719_q2.wpdPhilips announces Second Quarter and Semi-Annual Results 2010Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/ifcommunicationdesignawards2010.wpdPhilips Design receives 8 iF communication design awards 2010Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100713_amplex.wpdPhilips announced today that it will acquire the street lighting controls activities of Amplex A/S, a Denmark-based provider of energy-efficient solutions.Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100708_frans_van_houten.wpdPhilips today announced it will nominate Frans van Houten as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2011, as successor to Gerard Kleisterlee who will retire from Philips as per the same date. Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100707_cree.wpdPhilips and Cree have signed a comprehensive, worldwide patent cross-license agreement designed to further accelerate the growth of the LED lighting market.Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2010/20100707Philips_Cree.wpdPhilips (NYSE:PHG, AEX: PHI) and Cree, Inc. (Nasdaq: CREE) have signed a comprehensive, worldwide patent cross-license agreement designed to further accelerate the growth of the LED lighting market.Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2010/20100702-universities.wpdUniversities: partners or competitors for Philips Research?Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/201007_home_healthcare.wpdChanges to the demographics, disease characteristics, patient desires and stresses and strains on healthcare systems and resources across the world are stimulating new thinking about established healthcare systems and practices.Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100630_mayors_singapore.wpdPhilips today called upon civic leaders attending the World Mayors Forum 2010 at World Cities Summit 2010 to make urban health and well-being a core strategic objective, highlighting the role mayors play in providing their residents with safe, livable city environments that are attractive to live, work and do business in.Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100621_wvws.wpdPhilips and the world’s largest investment in women’s sports – the World Village of Women Sports – will collaborate in research and development. Philips will also be a partner in, among other things, providing sustainable solutions for the centre and healthcare solutions.Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20100617_cfo_award.wpdDuring the ninth CFO Day at the Amsterdam Okura Hotel in the Netherlands, Pierre-Jean Sivignon, CFO of Philips, has received a CFO Special Achievement Award.Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/probes.wpdTwo provocative Design Probes launched at Dutch Design WeekTue, 15 Jun 2010 05:20:34 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/secondlife.wpdPhilips Design finds the key to understanding virtual worldsTue, 15 Jun 2010 05:19:25 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/honararydegreerome.wpdPhilips Design CEO Philips receives an honorary degree in RomeTue, 15 Jun 2010 05:14:36 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100615_zambia.wpdPhilips today signed a five-year multi-million Euro contract with the Ministry of Health in Zambia, covering the upgrade and maintenance of equipment in 71 government hospitals nationwide. This agreement also includes the training and education of healthcare workers on advanced medical treatments using modern technologies to improve the quality of care.Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100610_jp_morgan.wpdToday, Gerard Kleisterlee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Philips will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the JP Morgan Cazenove Capital Goods CEO Conference in Surrey, United Kingdom.Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100610_wc_africa.wpdPhilips announced that it installed new ArenaVision sports lighting systems at six of South Africa’s top sports stadiums. These stadiums now rank internationally with the best-lit sporting stadiums. Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/metamorphosis.wpdPhilips Design launches new Design Probe MetamorphosisMon, 07 Jun 2010 08:25:22 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100607_schiphol.wpdImagine you have a few hours to spare before an appointment. What do you do? Maybe go to the park if it’s sunny, read a book or just watch the world go by?Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20100607_schiphol.wpdToday, Jos Nijhuis (President and CEO of Schiphol Group) and Harry Hendriks (CEO of Philips Benelux) have opened a new and ultra-modern gate at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol’s Pier G. This is the world premiere of an innovative passenger experience concept that is intended to make the time passengers spend just before departure as pleasant and inspirational as possible. Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100605_rwanda.wpdPhilips is to donate 300 solar lighting solutions to bring meaningful energy efficient solutions to Rwanda on the United Nations World Environment Day. Sat, 05 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100604_tanzania.wpdPhilips today initiated a healthcare roundtable discussion with key stakeholders from the healthcare sector and government in Dar es Salaam, as part of Philips’ Cairo to Cape Town Tour, in which, from May 12 to July 20, 2010 Philips travels across Africa to raise awareness for the opportunities that new solar powered lighting and best-in-class healthcare solutions can provide in order to improve the quality of healthcare in Africa.Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100604_allura.wpdPhilips Launches Interventional Configuration To Assist In Stroke AssessmentFri, 04 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2010/100603-rxi-pharma.wpdPhilips and RXi Pharmaceuticals sign agreement to jointly research innovative image-guided therapy concepts based on RNAiThu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100603_rxi_pharmaceuticals.wpdPhilips and RXi Pharmaceuticals Corporation (Nasdaq: RXII), a US-based biopharmaceutical company, today announced that they have entered into a joint research agreement to explore the benefits of combining proprietary technologies from both companies for the targeted delivery of experimental therapeutics based on RNA interference (RNAi).Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100531_telehealth.wpdHeart failure patients who used an interactive telehealth system with motivational support tools at home spent less time in hospital and felt their quality of life had significantly improved over 12 months evaluation period, according to the final results of the CARME (CAtalan Remote Management Evaluation) study.Mon, 31 May 2010 00:00:02 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100531_carme_motiva.wpdHeart failure (HF) is a condition associated with a high rate of hospitalizations. Improved organization of HF care, with HF Units or Programmes, have a major impact on hospitalizations. On the other hand, interest in telehealth as a way of providing care is gradually increasing within healthcare systems around the world due to the availability of technology and to the wider availability of patient-friendly equipment.Mon, 31 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100531_heart_cycle.wpdThe HeartCycle consortium, comprising 18 research, academic, industrial and medical organizations from 9 different European countries and China, will work to improve the quality of life for coronary heart disease and heart failure patients by monitoring their condition and involving them in the daily management of their disease. Mon, 31 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100531_heart_failure.wpdMeet Eva. She’s a heart-failure patient. When you have heart failure, your heart is no longer able to pump enough blood through your body. This may be caused by a heart attack or some other form of heart disease. Unfortunately, heart-failure patients are at serious risk of suffering what is known as “decompensation”. This causes a rapid, life-threatening deterioration of their condition. As a result, they need to be admitted to hospital. Mon, 31 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2010/20100531_heartcycle-gen.wpdHeartCycle ProjectMon, 31 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2010/20100531_myheart-gen.wpdMyHeart projectMon, 31 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100528_nota.wpdPhilips today announced the appointment of Pieter Nota as Chief Executive Officer of Philips Consumer Lifestyle and member of its Group Management, effective September 1, 2010, succeeding Andrea Ragnetti, who, as announced previously, will leave Philips as of the same date. To ensure a smooth transition, Mr. Nota will join Philips on August 1, 2010.Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:02 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100526_africa_roadshow.wpdPhilips announces the Cairo to Cape Town Tour: from late May to July 20, 2010 Philips will travel across Africa to raise awareness for the opportunities of new solar-powered LED lighting and best in class medical solutions to improve the quality of healthcare in Africa. Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100525_livablecities_award.wpdPhilips today announced the launch of the Philips Livable Cities Award, an initiative designed to generate practical, achievable ideas for improving the health and well-being of people living in cities. Individuals, community or non-governmental groups and businesses are eligible to participate in the Award program that comprises a total prize fund amounting to 125,000 Euros.Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:02 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20100525_chinese_party_school.wpdSpeech from CEO Gerard Kleisterlee at the China Party School on May 25, 2010Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/backgrounders/Metamorphosis_background.wpdMetamorphosisThu, 20 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100519_asean_philips_index.wpdPhilips today committed to undertake a major research project, the Philips Index for health and well-being, examining the health and well-being of people across the ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) region. The study will provide communities, healthcare systems and governments with a collective view of the current status and needs of the patients and their care providers, to ensure considered solutions to address the healthcare challenges faced by the region. Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100518_projecthope_new_mexico.wpdPatients with chronic illnesses often require close monitoring, although access to a doctor is not always available. Recognizing this, Philips today announced an agreement with Project HOPE, an international health education and humanitarian assistance organization, to place telemonitoring devices in select homes in rural areas of New Mexico. Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100525_livable_cities_award.wpdThe Philips Livable Cities Award, announced in May 2010, is a global initiative designed to encourage individuals, community groups and businesses to develop practical, achievable ideas to improve the health and well-being of people living in cities. The Award consists of three grants which will be made to help translate these ideas into reality.Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100517_c2c_healthcare_nairobi.wpdPhilips today initiated a healthcare roundtable discussion with key stakeholders from the healthcare sector and government in Nairobi, as part of Philips’ Cairo to Cape Town Tour, in which, from May 12 to July 20, 2010 Philips travels across Africa to raise awareness for the opportunities of new solar powered lighting and best in class healthcare solutions to improve the quality of healthcare in Africa.Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100517_electron_partnership.wpdPhilips Electronics and Electron, a leading Russian medical equipment manufacturer, today announced a partnership for the development and production of innovative products specifically designed to serve the needs in the Russian healthcare marketTue, 18 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100518_Kleisterlee_presentation_epg.wpdToday, Gerard Kleisterlee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI), will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Electrical Products Group (EPG) Conference in Longboat Key, Florida, USA. Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/smithsonian.wpdPhilips Design's Chulha at the National Design Triennial in the SmithsonianFri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100512_nti_partnership.wpdPhilips today announces a nationwide partnership with the National Training Institute (NTI) in Egypt. Philips and the NTI are cooperating to develop an education protocol and to structurally train healthcare givers on advanced medical treatments using modern technologies to improve the quality of care. Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/shanghai_world_expo.wpdPhilips Design presents innovative design during the Shanghai World ExpoTue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/reddot_external_market.wpdPhilips Design's award winning solutions for Bosch and Sang FeiFri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2010/20100506-emotions.wpdFeel the thrillThu, 06 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100506_cmd.wpdAt a meeting with investors and financial analysts today, Philips will update the market on progress at its Healthcare sector. Executives at Philips Healthcare, including sector Chief Executive Officer and member of the Philips Board of Management Steve Rusckowski, will elaborate on the longer-term growth prospects of the global healthcare market and how the sector is executing on its strategy.Thu, 06 May 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100427_shares.wpdPhilips announced today that the exchange ratio for the dividend in shares for the year 2009 has been determined. The exchange ratio is 1 new common share for every 36.1814 existing common shares. This ratio was based on the volume weighted average price on NYSE Euronext Amsterdam of April 21, 22 and 23, 2010 of EUR 26.0515 and was calculated in a manner that dividend in shares is approximately 3% higher than the gross dividend in cash.Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/confidential/news/press/2010/20100419_ar.wpdPhilips today announced that Andrea Ragnetti will, in alignment with the company, relinquish his position of Chief Executive Officer of the Consumer Lifestyle sector and Member of the Board of Management and leave Philips per September 1, 2010 . A successor to Mr. Ragnetti will be announced in due course.Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/confidential/news/press/2010/20100419_q1.wpdPhilips presents First Quarter Results 2010Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2009/gls_phase_out.wpdPhilips’ answer to the GLS phase-out: next-generations MASTER LED LampsSat, 17 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2009/cairo_landmark.wpdPhilips lights major Cairo landmark with energy efficient LED lightingThu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/london_design_museum.wpdPhilips Design Food probes in London Design MuseumTue, 13 Apr 2010 03:30:06 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/reddot2010.wpdPhilips awarded by prestigous red dot for product designTue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100412_light_building.wpdPhilips is underlining its global leadership in lighting by substantially broadening its portfolio of LED-based lighting solutions which enhance the lives of people at home and in cities.Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:02 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20100412_light_building_provoost.wpdSpeech by Rudy Provoost, CEO Philips Lighting, at the Light+Building fair in Frankfurt, Germany.Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2009/oleds.wpdPhilips offering ‘magic material’ of OLEDsSat, 10 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100407_livable_cities.wpdPhilips, as a health and well-being company active in the areas of lighting, healthcare, and consumer lifestyle, is one of a number of stakeholders in a position to contribute to a vision of ‘keeping cities livable’ through alliances, solutions, and technologies based on an understanding of what is important to citizens today. Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100407_livable_cities_intro.wpdToday’s 2010 World Health Day focuses on the health implications of urbanization and health. The campaign "1000 cities - 1000 lives" will encourage worldwide city-based events that promote participation in health activities. By 2050, it is estimated that one in every two of us will be city based, and as our populations are living longer, we are living longer alone in cities. Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2010/20100407-fundamentalresearch.wpdPhilips Research leads the way in new areas of fundamental researchWed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2009/selecon.wpdPhilips acquires Selecon; a key provider of professional theatrical and architectural lighting solutionsThu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/201004_livable%20cities.wpdMore than half of the world’s population is living in cities and urban areas and this is predicted to rise to 70% in 2050. The scale of city growth presents new social, economic and environmental challenges for those who live, work and do business in them. Safety and security, public health, a sense of belonging are just a few of the factors that contribute to urban citizens’ health and well-being across the world.Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100329_endovascular.wpdInnerCool_3.29.10Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100325_agm_reappointment.wpdPhilips announced that today's Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) has approved the reappointments, for another four year period, of Gottfried Dutiné, Rudy Provoost, Andrea Ragnetti and Steve Rusckowski as members of the Philips Board of Management, effective April 1, 2010.Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:02 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100325_agm_speech_gk.wpdPhilips announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Gerard Kleisterlee will give an update at today’s Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) on the implementation of Philips’ strategy to become the leading company in Health & Well-being and will expand on the strong longer-term prospects of Philips’ much-simplified business portfolio.Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20100325_agm_kleisterlee_dutch.wpdPhilips CEO Gerard Kleisterlee's speech at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders 2010 - Dutch versionThu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20100325_agm_kleisterlee_english.wpdPhilips CEO Gerard Kleisterlee's speech at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders 2010 - English versionThu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20100324_cnbc_ebla.wpdTonight, Gerard Kleisterlee, CEO of Royal Philips Electronics, has been named one of the top European business leaders of 2010. He won the Outstanding Leadership in Sustainable Practices award, and was recognized by judges as ‘visionary leadership’ and as being ‘a great, great leader in Europe.’Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2010/randstad.wpdRandstad leads the way with 100% Philips LED solution for its new offices in Cramlington, NorthumberlandWed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100322_lifeline.wpdPhilips today introduced Lifeline with AutoAlert, an enhanced medical alert service. This integrated solution offers an added layer of protection by combining the industry-leading Philips Lifeline medical alert service with automatic fall detection capabilities. Lifeline with AutoAlert features the only pendant-style help button that can automatically call for help if a fall is detected and a senior is unable to push his or her help button.Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100322_lifeline.wpdPhilips introduces breakthrough medical alert service that helps enble continued independence for seniors by improving access to help in the event of a fallMon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100318_definiens.wpdPhilips and Definiens, a Germany-based company specializing in image analysis solutions, today announced that they have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop and market clinical decision support solutions for digital pathology.Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:03 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100318_digital_pathology.wpdAt the United States & Canadian Academy of Pathology 2010 annual meeting, Philips will unveil a work-in-progress pathology slide scanner and associated image management system. These prototype systems will form the basis of the company’s future integrated digital pathology solutions. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:02 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100318_digital_pathology.wpdAt the United States & Canadian Academy of Pathology 2010 annual meeting (March 20-26, Washington DC, USA), Philips will present a prototype pathology slide scanner and associated image management system as works-in-progress.Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100318_pathology.wpdPhilips to unveil breakthrough in digital pathologyThu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2010/20100316-myheart.wpdEarly warningTue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2010/100315-place-it.wpdPLACE-it makes light flat and flexibleMon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2010/100315-oled.wpdPhilips novel method accelerates progress in OLED lighting efficiencyMon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100315_cardiology.wpdACC_BL_3.15.10Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100311_hybrid_or.wpdACC_Hybrid OR_3.11.10Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20100311_cpl.wpdAs urban lighting becomes an increasingly essential component of town planning, and a major element of a city’s identity, Philips and LUCI are to invite cities all over the world to celebrate their enhancement of urban living by launching the eighth annual international city.people.light awards.Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2010/city_people_light_awards_2010.wpdPhilips and LUCI open the eight annual internationalThu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100309_tpv.wpdPhilips today announced that the sale of 200 million shares in Hong Kong-based technology provider TPV Technology to CEIEC, as initially announced by Philips on January 29, 2010, has been finalized after buyers obtained applicable consents, authorizations and approvals from the relevant government authorities.Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100305_petct.wpdPhilips showcases new PET/CT scanner and Dose Aware to provide immediate clinical value to radiologistsFri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100305_whc_carecycle.wpdPhilips introduces multi-modality breast workspace to improve care cycle for breast cancer patientsFri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20100304_healthcare_indonesia.wpdPhilips this week committed to furthering the dialogue of access to life-saving technologies in Indonesia with a series of meetings designed to gain deep insights into how patients and clinicians experience healthcare delivery. The results will ensure Philips is making meaningful product and service innovations more affordable and accessible in the country to improve patient-care across the diverse archipelago.Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100302_microsoft.wpdHIMSS_Microsoft_3.2.10Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100301_informatics.wpdHIMSS_10_3.1.10Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100301_morgan_stanley.wpdTomorrow, Pierre-Jean Sivignon, Chief Financial Officer of Philips, will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Morgan Stanley China Industrials Summit in Shanghai, China.Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100226_motiva.wpdCARME (Catalan Remote Management Evaluation) study’s preliminar results, conducted by Philips Healthcare and the Catalonian Health Service (ICS) show significant benefits in the management of certain chronic diseases, thanks to telemedicine, an innovative technique that allows the continuous monitoring and a higher patient’s implication in the disease treatment. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2010/20100225-education-light.wpdLighting up the darkThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100224_siesta.wpdPhilips announced today that it has acquired the Somnolyzer 24 x 7 automated scoring solutions business of the Siesta Group in Vienna. This FDA-cleared solution will help improve the productivity of sleep centers and is based on the most advanced and clinically validated automated-scoring technology on the market.Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:02 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100224_siesta.wpdThe Siesta Group offers a highly efficient PSG scoring solution for sleep centers in North America and worldwide. Scoring sleep studies requires considerable time by sleep physicians and technicians and, therefore, can limit sleep center productivity and capacity. The Siesta Group’s unique Somnolyzer 24x7 automated scoring technology makes scoring a sleep study fast, reliable and cost efficient.Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100224_cdo.wpdToday Philips announces a further step in elevating the role of design in the company. Recognizing that design is a key factor of brand differentiation and a significant source of competitive advantage, Philips has announced that Rogier van der Heide will be appointed in the newly created position of Chief Design Officer for Philips Lighting. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100223_emergin.wpdVoalte_iPhone_2.23.10Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100222_green_energy_vacuum.wpdPhilips’ introduced the Performer EnergyCare – a vacuum cleaner made from 50% post-industrial plastics and 25% bio-based plastics. This highly energy-efficient vacuum cleaner utilizes a High Density motor which conserves energy, making it up to 35% more efficient than other ‘green’ models on the market. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100222_ecovision.wpdPhilips today announced that it has made significant progress in its EcoVision4 program launched in 2007, which set targets for green sales, green innovation investments and for increased operational energy efficiency by the end of 2012. Philips reported that 31% of total 2009 sales stemmed from the sale of Green Products , three years ahead of schedule, and expects to reach the 50% mark by 2015.Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100222_annual_report.wpdPhilips today published its combined Annual Financial and Sustainability Report 2009, and expects to file its 2009 Form 20-F with the US Securities and Exchange Commission later today.Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100218_vumc.wpdPhilips and the VU University Medical Center (VUmc, Amsterdam, the Netherlands) today announced that they have signed an agreement to jointly research new multi-modality imaging solutions aimed at improving the early detection and treatment of diseases such as cancer and neurological and cardiovascular diseases.Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2010/20100211_luceplan.wpdPhilips expands consumer lighting portfolio with 'design luminaires' through the acquisition of Luceplan in ItalyMon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100211_luceplan.wpdPhilips announced today that it has agreed to acquire Italy-based Luceplan SpA, a leading consumer luminaires company in the lighting design segment in Europe. Upon closing of this transaction in the second quarter of 2010, which is subject to certain conditions, Luceplan will become part of the Consumer Luminaires business in the Philips Lighting sector.Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:01:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100211_luceplan.wpdBased in Milan, the city of design, Luceplan is a market leader in the design lighting field. Formed in 1978 by architects Riccardo Sarfatti, Paolo Rizzatto and Sandra Severi, Luceplan defined its goal of democratic quality design, free of stylistic clichés and opulence, from the very onset. This approach – soon acknowledged by the market and numerous international awards – was perfected when Alberto Meda, an engineer with a passionate love for design, joined the team in 1984.Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2010/100210-biocartis.wpdBiocartis acquires Philips technology platform for automated DNA/RNA molecular diagnostic testingWed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100210_biocartis.wpdBiocartis_2.10.10Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/if2010.wpdPhilips recognized for simplicity solutions in the area of health and well-being by the 2010 iF product design competitionTue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2010/20100205-cancer.wpdMinimally-invasive interventions and therapies for cancerFri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2010/20100205-rfa-therapy.wpdPhilips researches integrated solutions for image-guided radiofrequency ablation therapyFri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100129_tpv.wpdPhilips agrees to reduce its stake in TPV Technology to below 3%Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:09:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2010/20100129-sleep.wpdA better nightFri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/pressbackgrounders/arzak.wpdMulti-sensorial gastronomy Probe, enlightens the dining experienceThu, 28 Jan 2010 08:05:40 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/arzak.wpdPhilips Design and Arzak serve Multi-sensorial gastronomy on bone chinaThu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100126_healthcare_middle_east.wpdAt Arab Health 2010, Philips today presented its healthcare solutions designed to address the needs of patients and healthcare providers in the Middle East. Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/confidential/news/press/2010/20100125_q4.wpdQ4 2009 - Philips' Fourth Quarter and Annual Results 2009Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100119_arab_health.wpdPhilips, in partnership with Smit Mobile Equipment, will introduce a mobile breast cancer screening vehicle specifically adapted to the requirements of patients and healthcare providers in the Middle East. Smit Mobile Equipment is part of the Oshkosh Corporation and is a leader in mobile medical diagnostic units, mobile hospitals and mobile clinics.Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100112_philips_index.wpdA new study released today by Philips shows that three-quarters of Americans feel generally positive about their overall health and well-being. But a closer look shows that despite Americans’ claims and culture of stalwart optimism, there are some surprisingly large gaps between the reported sense of overall optimism and how satisfied consumers actually are about the factors that make up individual health and well-being.Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2010/20100107_handheld_diagnostics.wpdPhilips and bioMérieux today announced that they have signed an agreement to jointly develop fully automated handheld diagnostic testing solutions for hospital use that can be deployed at the point-of-care – i.e. close to the patient.Thu, 07 Jan 2010 01:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100107_magnetic_biosensor.wpdA new biosensor platform developed by Philips that uses magnetic nanoparticles to measure target molecules could bring complex in-vitro diagnostic tests out of the laboratory and into decentralized settings, including the patient’s bedside and at home. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2010/20100107_handheld_diagnostics.wpdIn critical care environments such as Emergency Departments, fast, accurate diagnosis of disease or injury followed by rapid therapeutic intervention can mean the difference between life and death. Doctors operating in such environments frequently have to make crucial decisions in a very short space of time.Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2010/20100107-partnership.wpdPhilips and BioMérieux announce partnership to develop and market next-generation handheld diagnostic solutions for point-of-careThu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2010/20100107_biomerieux.wpdResearch_bioMerieux_010710Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20091224_tsb.wpdPhilips Electronics proudly announces that the 2009-2010 holiday season marks the company’s 10th anniversary as the official Lighting Partner to the world-famous Times Square Ball. Over the past decade, Philips’ unmatched investment in solid state lighting has helped to marry the Ball’s powerful combination of time-honored tradition with innovative technologyThu, 24 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091216_cl_analysts_day.wpdAt a meeting with investors and financial analysts today, Philips, will update the market on its Consumer Lifestyle sector. Executives at Philips Consumer Lifestyle, including sector Chief Executive Officer Andrea Ragnetti, will elaborate on progress made during 2009 and on the longer-term strategy to become a leading health and well-being business. Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091215_sleep_india.wpdPhilips Electronics India Limited (PEIL) today called for greater awareness on common sleep disorders that affect an estimated 93 percent of the Indian population (1) and pose serious health hazards. According to the results of the Philips Sleep Survey, conducted by The Nielsen Company 93 per cent of Indians are sleep deprived; getting less than the 8 hours of sleep they need per day.Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091214_urban_lighting.wpdAs the United Nations Climate Change Conference – COP15 – continues into its second week, Philips is to show world leaders gathering in Copenhagen just how innovation in lighting technologies can help mayors and municipal leaders significantly improve energy efficiency in their cities.Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091211_copenhagen.wpdPhilips is to call upon mayors and municipal leaders to accelerate sustainability in infrastructure projects and building renovation, as part of the effort to combat climate change.Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091209_e_skin.wpdPhilips Research has developed a novel color e-paper technology that opens up new design opportunities for personalizing electronic devices. This means that the color and appearance, of the device’s surface, for example an MP3 player or mobile phone can easily be changed to match your outfit, mood or environment simply at the touch of a button.Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2009/091209-eskin.wpdPhilips electronic skin technology enables new chameleon-like ambience designsWed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2009/20091209-eskin.wpdPhilips electronic skin technology enables new chameleon-like ambience designsWed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091208_goldman_sachs.wpdGerard Kleisterlee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Philips will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Goldman Sachs European Capital Goods Conference in London, United Kingdom. Tue, 08 Dec 2009 02:30:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091207_visicu.wpdVisicu Sepsis_12.07.09Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091202_eib.wpdThe European Investment Bank (EIB) and Philips have signed a EUR 200 million loan agreement. The 10 year loan, provided under the Risk-Sharing Finance Facility (RSFF) will be used to finance research and development (R&D) activities across a range of innovative healthcare projects, including image-guided intervention and home healthcare, in Europe.Wed, 02 Dec 2009 03:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20091201_cop15.wpdAt Philips we acknowledge the findings of the IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) and believe global emissions should peak ultimately in 2015 and decline thereafter in order to achieve a reduction of 50 global reductions with deeper reductions of about 80% for developed countries in 2050. We also support mandatory cuts in domestic emissions in industrialized countries of at least 30% by 2020Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091201_led_design_award.wpdPhilips is pleased to announce that the Philips’ LED candle, from the Novallure series, has been recognized by the Hong Kong Designers Association with the HKDA Asia Design Award 09. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:01:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20091201_marina_tower.wpdPhilips’ full color change and high-output LED floodlight “ColorReach Powercore” will add color and dream-like glamour to the reinvigorated Yokohama Marina Tower at night. In addition to the normal ColorReach Powercore installation, this year’s illumination will feature gleaming stars falling from the top of the tower through Philips LED fixtures on the frames.Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2009/20091201_led_design_awards_backgrounder.wpdIt is 120 years after the first introduction of the incandescent bulb. The incandescent bulb can be seen as one of the greatest inventions of the last century, however not energy efficient. Therefore there is a switch to energy efficient solutions in view of the environment (reduction of energy consumption and carbon emission).Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091201_whc_breast.wpdRSNA 2009_Women's Health Release_12.01.09Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091130_ixr.wpdRSNA 2009_Interventional X-ray Release_11.30.09Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091130_floodlighting.wpdPhilips is to enable people with little or no access to electricity to enjoy playing or watching sport long into the night with the world’s first dedicated solar-powered LED floodlighting (intense beams of light) solution.Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2009/20091130_floodlighting_backgrounder.wpdSolar powered LED lighting will allow communities and villages to come together after dark will provide significant benefits. In particular, Philips’ mini floodlighting solution, featuring eight LED floodlights suspended from four portable poles, has been designed for areas with limited or no access to electricity.Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091129_dose.wpdRSNA 2009_Dose Release_11.20.09Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091127_innovation.wpdRSNA 2009_Business Release_11.27.09Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091127_fimi.wpdPhilips today announced it has reached an agreement to sell the shares of FIMI to leading display technology company Barco NV headquartered in Kortrijk, Belgium. FIMI is a medical display provider that is currently part of Philips’ Healthcare business. The transaction value at closing, to be paid in cash, is EUR 19 million and the contract provides for an additional earn-out of EUR 10 million over the next five years.Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091127_rsna.wpdAt the upcoming Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting starting Sunday, Philips will demonstrate a new range of healthcare imaging and informatics solutions designed to directly address the priorities of patients and care providers, by delivering meaningful imaging innovations that reflect a desire for value, modular price points and easy upgradability.Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091126_crt.wpdAs previously disclosed, Philips has been involved in investigations for alleged violation of competition rules in the Cathode-Ray Tubes, or CRT, industry. Philips today announced it has received a statement of objections from the European Commission on this matter.Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/speeches/A_vision_on_healthcare_in_2050.wpdAn orchid called Mary; A vision on healthcare in 2050 (2009)Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/speeches/Healthcare2050_IcsidWorldDesignCongress2009_speech.wpdAn orchid called Mary; A vision on healthcare in 2050 (2009)Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/x-halo.wpdPhilips Design awarded for design of the X-halo Breath Thermometer for DelmedicaFri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091119_brainlab.wpdBrainSUITE_11.19.09Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091117_chinese_campus.wpdPhilips today announced the establishment of an Industrial Campus for imaging systems in China, in an MOU signing ceremony with the Suzhou Municipal Government. With a total investment of EUR 36 million (USD 54 million) committed to its development in the next five years, the Philips campus will cover a total land space of 62000 m2 and will be located in the Suzhou Industrial Park. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/speeches/20091113_kleisterlee_ft_brussels.wpdKeynote speech by Gerard Kleisterlee at the FT Event in Brussels (Belgium) on November 12, 2009Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091104_imv2009.wpdIMV Ultrasound_11.04.09Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091104_achmea_health.wpdPhilips and largest Dutch healthcare insurer partner to increase patient independence at homeWed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091103_jaundice.wpdBiliCheck_11.3.09Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2009/091029-hyperimage.wpdPhilips led HYPERImage project advances research on hybrid pet/mr scannerThu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2009/091029-hyperimage.wpdHYPERImage projectThu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/200991029_hyperimage.wpdPhilips led HYPERImage project advances research on hybrid PET/MR scannerThu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2009/20091029_hyperimage_backgrounder.wpdHYPERImage Project Press BackgrounderThu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091028_banner_heart.wpdTelehealth_Banner_102809Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091026_visicu.wpdVISICU_H1N1_102609Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/200091022_luz_verde.wpdDutch partnership with Eneco Energy Trade, Royal Philips Electronics and ING Wholesale Banking makes distribution of 30 million CFLs to low and middle income households possible with support of the Mexican governmentThu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:10 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091022_acuity_brands.wpdPhilips welcomes Acuity Brands as licensee for LED luminaires programThu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:05 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091022_winter_blues.wpdBased on consumer insights and the proven effectiveness of blue light, Philips developed a portable light therapy device (goLITE BLU) that provides a comfortable level of the right color of blue light to improve people’s mood and increase energy and alertness.Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20091022Philips_welcomes_acuity.wpdPhilips (NYSE:PHG, AEX: PHI) and Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) announced today that they have entered into a license agreement allowing Acuity Brands to access Philips’ LED-based patent portfolio. Philips makes its patent portfolio for LED systems and controls available via a licensing program to third parties in order to foster industry growth.Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091020_directlife.wpdPhilips launches DirectLife, a new personal fitness program to help people lead healthier livesTue, 20 Oct 2009 10:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/dutch_design_award2009.wpdPhilips wins Dutch Design Award for the Kitten ScannerTue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/speeches/HongKongPolyULeadershipseminar_19Oct2009_speech.wpdDriving innovation in corporate culture: How design supports the CEO into turning this challenge into an opportunity (2009)Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/speeches/Driving_innovation_in_corporate_culture.wpdDriving innovation in corporate culture: How design supports the CEO into turning this challenge into an opportunity (2009)Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20091019_city_people_light_award.wpdThe city of Jyväskylä in Finland has been awarded the first prize in the 2009 city.people.light awards, the annual competition organized by Philips and the Lighting Urban Community International Association (LUCI) to reward projects which demonstrate the contribution lighting can make to the well-being of those who live, work or visit a city or town.Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2009/20091014_home_healthcare.wpdHome Healthcare - Market trends and consumerization of Healthcare Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091014_sleep_therapy_system.wpdPhilips introduces an intelligent sleep therapy system to treat a common sleep disorder: Obstructive Sleep ApneaWed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/backgrounders/2009/20091014_sleep_apnea_facts.wpdBackground information: Sleep apnea factsWed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/articles/20091013_rationalizer.wpdPhilips Design and ABN AMRO’s Dialogues Incubator cooperate to create the ‘Rationalizer’ concept: An Emotion Mirroring System for Online TradersTue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091013_sleep.wpdRespironics_Medtrade_10.13.09Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/rationalizer.wpdPhilips Design and ABN AMRO’s Dialogues Incubator cooperate to create the ‘Rationalizer’ concept: An Emotion Mirroring System for Online TradersTue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/press/2009/20091012_q3.wpdPhilips reports third-quarter EBITA of EUR 344 million and sales of EUR 5.6 billionMon, 12 Oct 2009 01:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2009/091009-digital-pathology.wpdPhilips brings the digital revolution to the pathology laboratoryFri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2009/091008-photon-counting.wpdPhilips announces breakthrough in fully digital light detection technologyThu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091007_medication.wpdLifeline_MDS_100709Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20091002_lifeline.wpdLifeline_cordless_100209Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2009/emotionsjacket.wpdPhilips Emotions Jacket – a new level in immersive cinematic experienceThu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090924Philips_Epistar_settle.wpdToday Philips (NYSE:PHG, AEX: PHI) and Epistar announced that they have reached an agreement to amicably settle the current intellectual property disputes between the companies.Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090924_analysts_day_lighting.wpdAt a meeting with investors and financial analysts today, Philips will update the market on progress at its Lighting sector. Executives at Philips Lighting, including sector Chief Executive Officer and member of the Philips Board of Management Rudy Provoost, will elaborate on the longer-term solid prospects of the overall addressable Lighting market and discuss the steps Philips is taking to further strengthen its leading position in Lighting. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090924_energy_prize.wpdThe U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced today that the Bright Tomorrow Lighting Prize (L Prize) competition has received its first entrant, a product from Philips Electronics. Philips has developed, manufactured and will bring to market an LED replacement for the common 60-Watt incandescent light bulb. Philips developed this product in response to DOE's industry-wide challenge, and was today recognized by DOE as the first company to submit an entry.Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090924_epistar.wpdToday Philips and Epistar announced that they have reached an agreement to amicably settle the current intellectual property disputes between the companies. Philips has granted Epistar a license under its AlInGaP LED technologies.Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090923_bruker_biospin.wpdBruker MPI_9.23.09Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090923_celsion.wpdCelsion_9.23.09Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2009/090923-mpi.wpdPhilips and Bruker BioSpin sign memorandum of understanding to bring new imaging technology to the preclinical marketWed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2009/090923-mpi.wpdMagnetic Particle ImagingWed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090923_bruker_biospin.wpdAt the 2009 World Molecular Imaging Congress (WMIC) in Montreal, Philips and Bruker BioSpin, a division of Bruker Corporation, today announced that they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the development of Magnetic Particle Imaging (MPI) scanners, a new imaging technology, for the preclinical market. The partnership would unite Philips' strength in medical imaging and Bruker BioSpin's leadership in analytical magnetic resonance instruments and preclinical Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090922_maquet.wpdTCT_9.22.09Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090922_un_climate_change.wpdPhilips will today call for action to ensure that renovation of existing infrastructure and buildings in cities is accelerated in the battle against climate change. At the UN Leadership Forum on Climate Change, Philips will call upon governments worldwide to help ensure a green recovery by setting ambitious CO2 reduction targets as well as strong legislative standards for implementation.Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090918_interbrand.wpdPhilips today announced it continued to improve its position in the ranking of the top-100 global brands as compiled annually by leading brand consultant Interbrand. In the 2009 ranking, Philips is ranked the 42nd most valuable brand in the world as compared to 43rd in 2008. The total estimated value of the Philips brand in 2009 was USD 8.1 billion.Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090916_bernstein.wpdToday, Pierre-Jean Sivignon, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Philips Electronics, will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Sanford Bernstein Pan-European Strategic Decisions Conference, in London, United Kingdom.Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090916_speech_eric_silfen.wpdIn a keynote speech delivered today at this year's Nikkei-Philips symposium on &#x22;Independent Living and Home healthcare&#x22;, Dr. Eric Silfen, Chief Medical Officer, Philips Healthcare, reconfirmed Philips' commitment to ensuring sound and sustainable healthcare in the future. Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/archive/20090916_eric_silfen_nikkei_symposium.wpd"Healthcare in the Age of Empowerment": building a bridge between hospital and home through technologyWed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090911Aprico_tvblob.wpdAPRICO Solutions, a leading provider of video recommendation and targeting technology, today announced a deal with TVBLOB, a next generation TV software and service development company, that will result in the world’s first over-the-top (OTT) CE device enabling consumers to create custom TV channels based around their favorite television programs.Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090911Aprico_ucd.wpdAPRICO Solutions, provider of the industry leading APRICO video recommendation and targeting technology, today announced an agreement with television technologies provider United Content Distributors BV (UCD).Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090911Philip_uwand_cyberlink.wpdToday Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) and CyberLink, innovative solutions provider for the connected media lifestyle, announced they will be jointly demonstrating CyberLink’s home media hub, PowerCinema7 and Phillips’ new uWand remote touch pointer technology at this year’s IBC.Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090910Aprico_eventis.wpdAPRICO Solutions, a leading provider of video recommendation and targeting technology, today announced its personal TV service will be integrated into the TV and video-on-demand (VOD) technology from eventIS, a SeaChange International company and a market leader in metadata solutions for linear broadcasting and video on demand.Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090910Philips_uWand_introduction.wpdToday Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) announced the launch of its innovative uWand „remote touch‟ pointer technology, which will be demonstrated on PC and TV platforms at this year‟s IBC.Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2009/protoquadro.wpdGenerative Art - harnessing the power of technology to enhance artWed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090909_credit_suisse.wpdToday, Pierre-Jean Sivignon, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Philips Electronics, will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Credit Suisse Capital Goods and Aerospace and Defense Conference, in London, United Kingdom. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/archive/20090904_keynote_ragnetti_ifa.wpdPhilips Consumer Lifestyle – focusing on Consumer Health and Well-beingFri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090903_ifa.wpdPhilips showcases its continuing commitment to the consumer lifestyle market by presenting a new range of products in the Health and Well-being domain at this year's IFA, taking place in Berlin from September 3 to September 9.Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090831Philips_LSG_settle.wpdLighting Science Group Corporation (“LSG”) and Royal Philips Electronics today announced that they have settled all of their commercial and intellectual property disputes by way of a comprehensive agreement that revives their former commercial alliance.Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090828_cardiograph.wpdPageWriter_8.28.09Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090828_whc_heart.wpdESC 2009_Women's_8.28.09Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/healthy_cooking_stove_wins_index_award.wpdPhilips Design’s healthy cooking stove Chulha wins the INDEX: AwardFri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090828_chulha.wpdPhilips is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious INDEX:Award in the category Home, for the Chulha, Philips' innovative sustainable, healthy cooking stove. The INDEX: Award is a bi-annual award that supports the INDEX mission to generate more design to improve life of higher quality all over the world. Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090828_tc50.wpdPhilips is to unveil its latest advance in heart disease detection, the PageWriter TC50 cardiograph, which uses gender-differentiated criteria to assist in the diagnosis of heart disease in women, where symptoms may be different from men (1). The PageWriter TC50 will have its global launch at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2009.Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090827_greggs_case_study.wpdGreggs Plc, the UK's leading bakery retailer, is believed to be the first retailer in Europe to light the sales area of its store entirely with LED light sources, designed and supplied by Philips Lighting, at its new concept store in Bromley, Kent.Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090825_geisinger.wpdGeisinger_8.25.09Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090820_sleep_disorder.wpdAlice PDx_08.20.09Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090813JBLighting_agreement.wpdToday Philips (NYSE:PHG, AEX: PHI) announced that JB Lighting Lichtanlagen GmbH took a license under Philips’ LED Luminaires and Retrofit Bulbs license program.Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20090813_kinderdijk.wpdFrom September 7 - 20 the 19 historic windmills in Kinderdijk (The Netherlands), which are listed as a UNESCO world heritage site, will be spectacularly lit by Philips and Technische Unie using colorful and energy efficient LED lighting.Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2008/topic2.wpdOLEDsMon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2009/090805-glygenix.wpdPhilips and GlyGenix Therapeutics team up to research ultrasound-mediated gene therapyWed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2009/090805-glygenix.wpdPhilips and GlyGenix Therapeutics team up to research ultrasound-mediated gene therapyWed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090805_respiratory.wpdFullLiife_080509Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090805_glygenix_therapeutics.wpdPhilips and GlyGenix Therapeutics, Inc. (Woodbridge, Connecticut, USA) today announced a joint research agreement to explore the feasibility of using ultrasound technologies for gene therapy.Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/idea2009.wpdPhilips wins two Bronze Industrial Design Excellence AwardsWed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090727_coffee.wpdPhilips announced today that it has closed the acquisition of Saeco International Group S.p.A. of Italy, one of the world's leading espresso machine makers. Set to make Philips a global leader in coffee machines, this acquisition will allow Philips to strengthen its position in the espresso machine market through the addition of an exciting and technologically advanced range of solutions. Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090721Philips_settles_with_moser_baer_and_imation.wpdOn the 13th of July 2009 Philips ended its legal disputes with regard to recordable and rewritable optical discs with Imation and Moser Baer in two separate settlements.Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20090717_chaumont.wpdEvery year from May to October, the International Garden Festival in central France showcases 26 gardens created by internationally renowned landscape designers. Each year, the event attracts close to 300,000 visitors. Now, for the very first time since the festival began 17 years ago, and thanks to Philips LED lighting solutions, visitors can tour 12 of those gardens after dark.Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090716_lighting_controls.wpdPhilips announced today that it has acquired Teletrol Systems, a leading supplier of integrated solutions for simultaneous multi-site management of lighting and energy usage. The Teletrol product portfolio will strengthen Philips' range of sophisticated control solutions for institutional customers, including the seamless, networked management of lighting and environment facilities, including heating and air conditioning.Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090715_innercool.wpdInnerCool_71509Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090715_innercool.wpdPhilips announced today that it has reached an agreement to acquire the assets of InnerCool Therapies Inc., a pioneer in the field of therapeutic hypothermia, which involves the management of a patient's body temperature. InnerCool, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cardium Therapeutics, Inc. (NYSE Amex: CXM), will be acquired in an asset purchase transaction for US $11.25 million, as well as the transfer of approximately US $1.5 million in trade payables. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090714_fitlife.wpdFitLife_071409Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/3_if_communication_design_awards_2009.wpdPhilips Design receives 3 iF communication design awards 2009Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090713_q2.wpdPhilips' Second Quarter and Semi-Annual Results 2009Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2009/chaumont_gardens.wpdPhilips lights up Chaumont gardensMon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2009/auckland_sky_tower.wpdAuckland’s Sky Tower lit by Philips LED technologySat, 11 Jul 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090708_respiratory.wpdRespironics_V60_070809Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2009/20090707-3dshapeways.wpdShapeways brings 3D designs to lifeTue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090702_c_arm.wpdVeradius_070209Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090630_project_hope.wpdProject Hope_6.30.09Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090630_project_hope.wpdAt an Inauguration Ceremony at Shanghai Ruijin Hospital today, Philips China and Project HOPE announced a unique partnership that will create a new chronic disease management model linking major hospitals and community healthcare centers in a collaborative approach. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090626_respironics.wpdRespironics_062609Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/design_initiatief_collaborates_with_philips_design.wpdDesign Initiatief collaborates with Philips Design to discover future insights for business in the Netherlands Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090623AmericanDJagreement.wpdToday Philips (NYSE:PHG, AEX: PHI) announced that a number of companies all belonging to the American DJ Group have joined Philips’ solid state luminaires and retrofit bulb license program that was introduced last year. Through the license, the American DJ companies get access to a broad range of LED system and control patents of Philips. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2009/20090619-ipill.wpdPhilips' IntelliCap technologyFri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090618_hermitage.wpdThe Hermitage museum Amsterdam, of which Philips is one of the main sponsors, will officially open the doors of its new wing to the public on June 20. The new wing will enable the museum to showcase an even greater selection of art collections to visitors. The sponsorship marks a further step in Philips' commitment to supporting the arts, promoting cultural awareness and improving accessibility of national and international art treasures for local communities.Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090615_oncology.wpdSNM 2009_6.15.09Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090612_exane_bnp.wpdToday, Pierre-Jean Sivignon, Chief Financial Officer of Philips, will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Exane BNP Paribas 11th European Seminar in Paris, France.Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090610_yankees.wpdYankees_6.10.09Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090610_jpm_conference.wpdToday, Gerard Kleisterlee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Philips, will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the JP Morgan 7th Annual Pan European Capital Goods CEO Conference in Surrey, United Kingdom.Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20090610_yankees.wpdPhilips today announced an agreement to become an official medical equipment supplier of the New York Yankees. As part of the agreement, a state-of-the-art digital radiology system was installed inside Yankee Stadium, enabling onsite diagnosis of players by the Yankees medical team. In addition, potentially life-saving automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are available in both the player areas and in select locations in the Stadium, providing emergency care to fans that might be in need during a game.Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090604_tee_transducer.wpdiE33 MicroTEE_060409Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090604_horticulture.wpdPhilips is to join forces with leading horticultural supplier, BVB Substrates of the Netherlands, to develop solid-state LED lighting-based applications for greenhouse-based flower and vegetable cultivation. The companies have signed a memorandum-of-understanding in order to combine their respective strengths in horticulture.Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090604_tte.wpdPhilips today introduced its microTEE, the world's smallest transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) transducer for cardiac imaging of neonatal patients. As part of the latest Vision release for the Philips iE33 intelligent echocardiography system, the microTEE transducer provides pediatric cardiologists with a diagnostic tool for imaging the hearts of newborn patients. Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090603_auckland_led.wpdAuckland's SKYCITY complex is now not only the home of entertainment in Auckland - its Sky Tower has joined an illustrious list of global landmarks and structures that are using Philips' advanced and energy efficient light emitting diode (LED) technology to beautify their city skylines and landscapes. Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090602_life_support.wpdHHS_Trilogy100_060209Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090602_sant_pau.wpdThe Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau and Philips today signed a 10-year agreement to manage the imaging technology needs of the hospital's imaging diagnostics department. Philips will be responsible for providing and managing the hospital's medical imaging capabilities for the duration of the contract period at a fixed monthly fee.Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090602_peacebridge.wpdProving that city landmarks and structures needn't go dark to be energy conscious, the Peace Bridge has undergone a 21st century transformation made possible by advanced light emitting diode (LED) technology.Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090525_agreement_to_acquire_saeco.wpdPhilips announced today that it has reached a binding agreement to acquire Saeco International Group S.p.A., the Italy-based leading espresso machine maker which is controlled by PAI partners.Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090521_respiratory.wpdRespironics_ventilators_052109Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2009/london_county_hall.wpdPhilips illuminates London’s County Hall with ground-breaking LED ColorReach™ Powercore technologyWed, 20 May 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2009/20090519-sleep.wpdThe science of sleep – still a lot to discoverTue, 19 May 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/design_platform_eindhoven.wpdNomination Hans Robertus as Director Design Platform EindhovenTue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090519_epg.wpdToday, Gerard Kleisterlee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Philips, will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Electrical Products Group 2009 Annual Spring Conference in Longboat Key, Florida, USA. Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090518_sleep.wpdSleep_survey_051809Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090518_sleep.wpdA new survey released today by Philips shows that the average manager is sleeping 19% less than the recommended amount of eight hours a night. The survey, conducted in five countries around the globe, showed that 40% of those questioned blame the state of the world economy as the major reason for their lack of sleep. Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2009/090511-digital-life.wpdGemalto, Microsoft, Nokia and Philips team up to advance ‘Trust in Digital Life’Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090507_master_led.wpdPhilips announced today positive results of an independent study into the quality of its LED retrofit lamp, MASTER LED, carried out by the Dutch Metrology Institute (VSL). The results showed that Philips' MASTER LED lamps easily met and in some cases exceeded the various test criteria laid down by the independent Netherlands-based research and measurement body. Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090507_healthcare_analyst_day.wpdAt a meeting with investors and financial analysts today, Philips will update the market on progress at the company's Healthcare sector. Executives at Philips Healthcare, including sector Chief Executive Officer and member of the Philips Board of Management Steve Rusckowski, will elaborate on the fundamental strengths of Philips' Healthcare business and will discuss the long-term growth and profitability drivers that give Philips a uniquely strong position going forward.Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090506_rudy_lightfair.wpdPhilips today addressed the dramatic shifts in the lighting industry by outlining the company's vision of lighting at a time of market transformation largely fueled by the advent of solid state lighting (SSL).Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090505Zumtobelagreement.wpdThe Zumtobel Group of Austria and Royal Philips Electronics of The Netherlands have concluded a comprehensive, worldwide, cross licensing agreement for current and future patent rights in the fields of lighting electronics and solid state lighting.Tue, 05 May 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090505_lightfair.wpdPhilips today staked its claim as the world's largest lighting solutions provider by introducing a wide range of new technologies, products and services that address both current and new uses of light.Tue, 05 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090505_zumtobel.wpdThe Zumtobel Group and Philips have concluded a comprehensive, worldwide, cross licensing agreement for current and future patent rights in the fields of lighting electronics and solid state lighting. The agreement mainly covers driver and control technologies for changing intensity and color of conventional and solid state lighting systems.Tue, 05 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/archive/20090505_lightfair_speech_rudy.wpdRudy Provoost at the Lightfair International 2009 in New YorkTue, 05 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090504_traxtal.wpdPhilips announces the acquisition of Traxtal - a medical technology innovator in image-guided proceduresMon, 04 May 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090504_traxtal.wpdPhilips announced today that it has acquired Canada-based Traxtal Inc., an innovative medical technology company in the field of minimally-invasive instruments and software for image-guided intervention and therapy.Mon, 04 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090428_biggest_loser.wpdRespironics_OSA_042809Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20090428_biggest_loser.wpdPhilips today announced its behind the scenes support of NBC's The Biggest Loser: Couples, a top-ranked primetime show. The reality television show challenges and encourages overweight contestants to shed pounds and become healthier. Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090427_eeb.wpdPhilips will today call upon leaders of world businesses, municipal authorities and other owners and operators of buildings to seize the opportunity to cut back on energy consumption by simply switching to energy-efficient lighting.Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090423_oled.wpdPhilips today premiered the world's first OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diodes) -based interactive lighting concepts, created for both consumer as well as professional use, during the Euroluce International Lighting Fair in Milan. Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/well_tech_award.wpdPhilips receives Well-Tech award for design probe project "Off the Grid - Sustainable Habitat 2020".Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090421_smartarc.wpdPROS_SmartArc_042109Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090417_pace.wpdPhilips today announced it has sold its remaining stake in U.K.-based technology provider Pace PLC to investors in a capital markets transaction. This transaction represents 17% of Pace's issued share capital, or 50.7 million of common stock, and reduces Philips' holding to zero.Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2009/20090415-emotionsshirt.wpdHow to create emotional immersionWed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20090415_cairo_tower.wpdOne of Egypt's most famous landmarks, the Cairo tower, has been given a spectacular new nighttime look, due to a new, energy efficient, lighting scheme. The stunning new lighting effects are created by state-of-the-art color changing LED technology from Philips, and the result is an exciting new image for this well-known Egyptian symbol. Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090414PersonalTV_at_NAB_APRICO.wpdFrom April 20 – 23, APRICO Solutions and Axel Springer demonstrate their TV personalization solution, consisting of the APRICO recommendation software and Axel Springer’s EPG data and advertising services.Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/reddot_2009.wpdPhilips Design awarded six prestigious red dot product design awards Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090414_q1.wpdPhilips' first quarter sales totaled EUR 5.1 billion. There has been a global downturn in consumer and lighting markets. Healthcare was facing a very soft US hospital market, but performance in emerging markets and Home Healthcare Solutions remained strong. EBITA loss of EUR 74 million included charges of EUR 77 million.Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2009/20090403-emergingmaterials.wpdCreating breakthroughs with emerging materialsFri, 03 Apr 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/speeches/DMI_EuropeApril2009.wpdDesigning the future in a changing market (2009)Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/speeches/Designing_the_future_in_a_changing_market(2009).wpdDesigning the future in a changing market (2009)Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090401_selecon.wpdPhilips announced today that it has acquired New Zealand-based Selecon, a prominent global designer, manufacturer and distributor of professional theatrical and architectural lighting fixtures. Under the terms of the agreement, Philips will acquire the business assets of Selecon New Zealand Limited, Selecon UK Limited, Selecon North America LLC and Aureol Lighting Limited. Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2009/cosmopolis.wpdPhilips to license CosmoPolis outdoor lighting system to Havells SylvaniaTue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090331Philips_licenses_Cosmopolis_to_Havells_Sylvania.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) is to accelerate further adoption of highly, energy-efficient outdoor lighting by granting a patent license to Havells Sylvania for application of Philips’ high-performance CosmoPolis system.Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20090327_agm_photo_release.wpdPhilips today announced that the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, held in Amsterdam on March 27, has approved the appointment of Ms Christine A. Poon and Mr. Jeroen van der Veer as members of the Philips Supervisory Board, effective March 27, 2009 and July 1, 2009, respectively. Shareholders have also approved to reappoint Mr. Pierre-Jean Sivignon, Chief Financial Officer, and Supervisory Board member Mr. James J. Schiro for another four year period, effective April 1, 2009. Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/archive/20090327_agm_speech_kleisterlee_nl.wpdSpeech Gerard Kleisterlee tijdens de Algemene Vergadering van Aandeelhouders van Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/archive/20090327_agm_speech_kleisterlee_en.wpdSpeech by Gerard Kleisterlee at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders from Royal Philips ElectronicsFri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090327_agm.wpdPhilips today announced that the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, held in Amsterdam on March 27, has approved the appointment of Ms Christine A. Poon and Mr. Jeroen van der Veer as members of the Philips Supervisory Board, effective March 27, 2009 and July 1, 2009, respectively. Shareholders have also approved to reappoint Mr James J. Schiro as member of the Supervisory Board.Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090326_heartstart.wpdCCS_MRx_032609Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090325_dynalite.wpdPhilips announced today that it has acquired Dynalite, a leading maker of lighting controls headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Dynalite has become part of the Lighting Electronics business within the Philips Lighting sector. Financial details of this agreement were not disclosed.Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090323_department_of_energy.wpdPhilips Color Kinetics has been honored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), receiving an award for "Significant Achievement in Solid-State Lighting Research &#x26; Development." The award recognizes Philips' exceptional progress on an 18-month project intended to produce a highly efficient LED PAR lamp.Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090320_home_healthcare_india.wpdPhilips India, today announced its entry into the fast-growing Indian home healthcare market by introducing the Philips Respironics product categories in obstructive sleep apnea management and home respiratory care to its existing healthcare product portfolio in India. Philips' 'in-hospital' position was also strengthened through the introduction of Respironics' strong non-invasive ventilation and respiratory monitoring products for hospitals and clinics. Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090319personalizedTV_NCTA.wpdAPRICO Solutions and Axel Springer show their new personalization solution and next generation advertising platform for TV. It is now available and scalable to a wide range of content delivery platforms and devices of network operators and device makers.Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090319_department_of_energy.wpdPhilips Color Kinetics has been honored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), receiving an award for &#x22;Significant Achievement in Solid-State Lighting Research &#x26; Development.&#x22; The award recognizes Philips' exceptional progress in the development of a highly efficient LED PAR lamp, or replacement "bulb," which is on target for commercial availability later this year. Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20090317_indonesia.wpdPhilips today announced it has recently invested more than USD 20 million to expand its lighting production facility at Sidoarjo (Surabaya), East Java. The expansion will facilitate the manufacturing of its Philips Master TL5 lamps for global export. Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/articles/2009/hermitage_russia_lighting_renovation.wpdPhilips teams up with world's largest museum The State Hermitage of Russia to launch lighting renovation projectThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090325_philips_lighting_controls.wpdMedia backgrounder - Philips Lighting Controls; the right lighting at your fingertipsThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090327_new_sb_members.wpdBiographies - New Supervisory Board membersThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090423_backgrounder_oled.wpdPhilips' OLEDs: Taking the next step forward in Solid State LightingThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090504_traxtal_backgrounder.wpdImage-guided interventions and therapy - a growing opportunityThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090518_basics_of_sleep.wpdThe Basics of SleepThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090518_philips_and_sleep.wpdPhilips and SleepThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090518_sleep_apnea_facts.wpdSleep Apnea FactsThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090518_sleep_survey_facts.wpdKey Facts from Sleep SurveyThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090715_about_innercool.wpdBackground Information: About InnerCool TherapiesThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090604_horticulture_backgrounder.wpdLED lighting in horticultureThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090312_hermitage.wpdPhilips teams up with world's largest museum The State Hermitage of Russia to launch lighting renovation projectThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090401_entertainment_lighting.wpdPhilips Entertainment LightingThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090715_backgrounder_therapeutic_hypothermia.wpdBackground Information: Therapeutic HypothermiaThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090716_backgrounder_lighting_controls.wpdPhilips Lighting Controls: The right lighting at your fingertipsThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090805_backgrounder_glygenix.wpdPhilips and GlyGenix Therapeutics team up to research ultrasound-mediated gene therapyThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090923_mpi_backgrounder.wpdMagnetic Particle Imaging - Technical BackgrounderThu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2009/20090311-lumalive.wpdGetting all lit up with LumaliveWed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090311_lg_display.wpdPhilips today announced it has sold its remaining stake in LG Display to investors in a capital markets transaction. This transaction represents 13.2% of LG Display's issued share capital, or 47.2 million of common stock, and reduces Philips' holding to zero.Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2009/cd.wpdPhilips honored with IEEE Milestone Award for the development of CDFri, 06 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090306IEEEMilestone.wpdIEEE, the world's largest technical professional society, with over 375,000 members in 150 countries , will grant its prestigious IEEE Milestone Award to Royal Philips Electronics for its contribution to the development of the Compact Disc (CD) at the Technical University in Eindhoven at 6 March. The award coincides with the 30th anniversary of the historic demonstration of the first CD prototype codenamed “Pinkeltje” on 8 March 1979.Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090306_ecr2009.wpdECR_030609Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090304_alaska.wpdVISICU_Alaska_030406Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090304_sleep.wpdCT_KLAS_030409Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090304_citigroup_conference.wpdToday, Pierre-Jean Sivignon, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Philips Electronics, will give a presentation to investors and financial analysts at the Citigroup European Industrials Conference in London.Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/goldifaward2009.wpdPhilips home theatre systems acknowledged with gold iF design award Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2009/alternative_solutions_contemporary_home_lighting.wpdPhilips offers a choice of alternative solutions for contemporary home lightingSun, 01 Mar 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2009/090226-mpi.wpdPhilips announces breakthrough in new medical imaging technologyThu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090226CD_DVD_Testdisc_to_OMT.wpdPhilips and OM&T B.V. agreed to transfer the supply of the Philips CD and DVD calibration- and test discs to OM&T B.V. from March 1st, 2009. OM&T B.V., a Dutch subsidiary of Moser Baer India Ltd, will combine the supply of the Philips CD and DVD test discs alongside its own test discs offering a comprehensive range of specialized test- and calibration discs, to serve a large number of customers in the optical disc field.Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090226_mpi_technology.wpdPhilips today announced the first 3D imaging results obtained with a new imaging technology called Magnetic Particle Imaging (MPI). The technology, which uses the magnetic properties of iron-oxide nanoparticles injected into the bloodstream, has been used in a pre-clinical study to generate unprecedented real-time images of arterial blood flow and volumetric heart motion. Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090226_supervisory_board.wpdPhilips today announced that its Supervisory Board will propose to the General Meeting of Shareholders, which will be held March 27, 2009, to appoint Ms Christine A. Poon effective March 27, 2009 and Mr Jeroen van der Veer effective July 1st, 2009 and to reappoint Mr James J. Schiro as members of the Supervisory Board. Mr Wong Ngit Liong has expressed his wish to relinquish his position as a member of the Supervisory Board as per March 27, 2009.Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090225Onestopshoplicense_bluray.wpdPanasonic, Philips and Sony are currently working with other Blu-ray DiscTM patent holders to establish a one-stop-shop license for Blu-ray DiscTM products. This license, which covers essential patents for Blu-ray DiscTM, DVD and CD, will be introduced in the middle of this year.Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090225_green_products.wpdPhilips confirmed today it is on track to deliver on the targets set out in EcoVision4 - the ambitious sustainability agenda Philips unveiled in 2007 focusing on improving the energy efficiency of its products and operations. Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20090225_kleisterlee_daimler.wpdGerard Kleisterlee, CEO of Royal Philips Electronics, will be proposed as a new member of the Daimler AG Supervisory Board at the next Daimler annual shareholders meeting on April 8, 2009.Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090224_ilti_luce.wpdPhilips announced today that it has reached an agreement to acquire Italy-based Ilti Luce Srl, one of the leading LED design companies in Europe for architectural indoor lighting. Upon closing of this transaction in the first quarter of 2009, which is subject to certain contractual and other conditions such as regulatory approvals, Ilti Luce will become part of the Professional Luminaires business within the Philips Lighting sector.Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090223_annual_report.wpdPhilips today published its Annual Report for 2008, and expects to file its 2008 Form 20-F with the US Securities and Exchange Commission later today (www.sec.gov).Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090216MasimoLawsuit.wpdOn February 3rd, Masimo Corporation filed a patent infringement lawsuit in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware against Philips Electronics North America Corporation and Philips Medizin Systeme Böblingen GmbH.Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090216_sesa.wpdPhilips announced today that it will launch a new solar powered reading light, which enables people to both read and write after dark. The light - called 'My Reading Light' - was developed specifically for the education sector in Africa and will allow a new generation of school children to continue with their homework after sunset. Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20090216_meresamun.wpdStunning 3D images today reveal a mummy that has been sealed in a coffin for more than 3,000 years thanks to a cutting-edge medical scanner developed by Philips.Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090213ZigBee.wpdPhilips and Schneider Electric will today launch a new vision for interoperability in home automation and building control at the ZigBee Alliance’s European Smart Energy Forum in Dublin, Ireland. This is the first demonstration from the HOMES programme, a European industry collaboration, and will showcase the programme’s future technology development platform.Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20090212_tsb_valentine.wpdThe iconic Times Square Ball, decked out in red-themed LED lighting by Philips, helped New Yorkers celebrate Valentine's Day as it becomes a permanent landmark in the city.Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090211_cmo.wpdAddressing key national health care experts today at the "State of the Union for Health Care" Conference, Eric Silfen M.D., chief medical officer of Philips Healthcare, called for reform both within the U.S. health care industry and abroad, and a reaffirmation of a commitment to patients.Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/biggesthealthcarewinner.wpdPhilips revealed as biggest healthcare winner in prestigious annual iF product design awardsTue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2009/090202-immunetrics.wpdPhilips and Immunetrics join forces to research advanced solutions for infectious disease in critical careTue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090203_critical.wpdResearch_Immunetrics_020309Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090203_immunetrics.wpdPhilips and Immunetrics Inc. today announced they have entered into a joint development agreement to explore future-generation approaches to the problem of infectious disease in critical care. Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090128_image_guided.wpdResearch_SonoDrugs_012809Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2009/090128-sonodrugs.wpdPhilips leads European ‘SonoDrugs’ project to develop image-guided localized drug delivery technologiesWed, 28 Jan 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2009/090128-sonodrugs.wpdThe SonoDrugs projectWed, 28 Jan 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/22_ifawards2009.wpdPhilips leads the way with twenty-two iF Design AwardsWed, 28 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090128_sonodrugs.wpdPhilips today announced that it is leading a major new European project to develop drug delivery technologies that could significantly impact the treatment of cancer and cardiovascular disease.Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20090128_if_awards.wpdPhilips leads the way with twenty-two iF design awardsWed, 28 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/2009/20090127PartnershipAPRICO_StreamUnlimited.wpdAPRICO and StreamUnlimited signed a partnership agreement to develop solutions which allow device manufacturers and service providers to integrate the TV personalization and targeted advertising solution of APRICO and Axel SpringerTue, 27 Jan 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090127_uke_pragma.wpdPhilips is partnering with the University Medical Center Hamburg - Eppendorf (UKE) and the PRAGMA Group to build a series of health check centers across the Middle East. Targeted for busy professionals the centers will provide a comprehensive health check-up including functional analysis of the heart and lungs and a full body magnetic resonance imaging scan, all carried out as part of a luxury hotel-like experience.Tue, 27 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090126_3d_4d_ultrasound.wpdUltrasound_HD9_012609Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090126_annual_results.wpdPhilips' fourth quarter sales totaled EUR 7.6 billion. Healthcare showed excellent Q4 sales growth of 9% and improved results, while sales were lower at Consumer Lifestyle and parts of Lighting, reflecting the global economic downturn. EBITA of EUR 141 million for the quarter includes EUR 390 million of restructuring and acquisition-related charges.Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/archive/20090126_annual_results_press_conference.wpdAnnual Results Press Conference - January 26, 2009Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090119_lumileds.wpdPhilips today announced that, as initially indicated during the investor and analyst day on December 4, 2008, Philips will impair the book value of its Lumileds business by EUR 232 million. Mon, 19 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090115_heart.wpdEP_Bard_011509Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090115_heart_rhythm_disorders.wpdChallenging heart rhythm disorders, or arrhythmias, require electrophysiology (EP) technologies to pinpoint and ultimately fix problem areas within the heart's electrical circuitry during an interventional procedure. Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090114_hansen.wpdEP_Hansen_011409Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090114_hansen.wpdPhilips and Hansen Medical today announced that they have signed joint development and cooperation agreements to co-develop integrated products that may simplify complex cardiac procedures to diagnose and treat irregular heartbeats, also known as arrhythmias.Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090114_tendris.wpdPhilips announced today the acquisition of a minority interest in Tendris Holding, an innovative business incubator and operator in sustainable technology and services headquartered in the Netherlands. The partnership will explore new business opportunities in the area of sustainability.Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2009/20090113_isite.wpdHI_iSite_011309Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090113_tawam_hospital.wpdTawam Hospital, the Middle East's leading medical institution in affiliation with Johns Hopkins Medicine International, and Philips today celebrated the 'go-live' of the hospital's new iSite Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/articles/2008/times_square_ball.wpdTimes Square Ball: bigger, brighter and greener than ever before with Philips LED lightingMon, 29 Dec 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081229_times_square_ball.wpdPhilips will once again deliver the very latest in energy-efficient LED lighting in its role as official lighting partner to the world-renowned New Year's Eve Times Square Ball. Mon, 29 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081229_times_square_ball_factsheet.wpdPhilips Lighting, the official lighting partner of the Times Square Ball, has once again achieved a new standard in green lighting for the 2008-2009 season with a larger New Year's Eve Ball that is brighter and more energy-efficient.Mon, 29 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/maintenance.wpdPress ReleasesMon, 29 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20081218_female_friendly.wpdAnglo-Dutch oil giant Shell, Philips and KPN (a leading Dutch Telecommunications and IT company) are the most &#x22;female friendly&#x22; companies in the Netherlands. Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20081215_medel.wpdCorp_Medel_121508Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081215_aerosol_acquisition.wpdPhilips today announced it has acquired the aerosol therapy business of Medel SpA in Italy. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081215_backgrounder_healthcare_emerging_markets.wpdThe combination of increasing wealth along with growing population size will result in a dramatic increase in the demand for quality healthcare in emerging markets. Based on its long presence and established market positions, Philips Healthcare is achieving strong organic growth in these markets whilst also increasing its manufacturing footprint and local expertise through acquisitions and research agreements.Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081215_backgrounder_healthcare_solutions.wpdAdvancements in technology and medicine are not only enabling people to live longer lives, they are enabling people to do so while remaining healthier. The aging of the population-older people represent approximately 15 percent of the population in the developed world today, with this figure set to double over the next 25 years-provides strong potential market growth for home healthcare solutions. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/pressbackgrounders/simplicity_led_design_concepts.wpdNew simplicity-led design concepts, envisioning a more sustainable world, introduced at Philips Simplicity Event 2008Thu, 11 Dec 2008 03:24:29 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/iberdrola_supplier_award.wpdPhilips Lighting awarded "Supplier of the Year" by IberdrolaThu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20081210_imv2008.wpdService_PM_121008Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20081210_patient_monitoring.wpdPhilips today announced that customers have again rated Philips Healthcare No. 1 in overall service performance for Patient Monitoring Systems in the annual IMV ServiceTrak&#x2122; survey. The results of the 2008 IMV analysis also show Philips earning No. 1 rankings in overall manufacturer satisfaction and probability of repurchase for patient monitoring.Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/energy_efficient_lighting_solutions.wpdPhilips welcomes the momentum to accelerate the switch to energy efficient lighting solutionsTue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081209_energy_efficient_lighting.wpdPhilips announced today it welcomes the decision made by the European Union to phase-out incandescent light bulbs in the EU by 2012. This decision is in line with Philips' call for action to accelerate the switch over to energy efficient lighting solutions in view of climate change, as announced in Brussels on 7 December 2006.Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/food_probes.wpdNew design probe explores the future of foodTue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/pressbackgrounders/fractal_living_jewelry.wpdFractal ‘Living jewelry’, new provocation of the Philips Design Probe teamMon, 08 Dec 2008 13:52:12 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/archive/20081207_lighting_poznan.wpdThe Contribution of Energy Efficient Lighting in tackling Climate Change in our Cities and BuildingsSun, 07 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081204_analysts_day.wpdAt a meeting with investors and financial analysts today on Philips' Consumer Lifestyle sector, Gerard Kleisterlee, CEO and President of Philips will give an update on the latest company insights into how the worsening economic conditions are impacting Philips' performance. Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/pressbackgrounders/wakeuplight.wpdNew Wake-up LightMon, 01 Dec 2008 09:46:52 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/speakers/speeches/questionofchoice.wpdA question of choice (2005)Mon, 01 Dec 2008 06:13:34 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/speakers/speeches/celebrationtime.wpdCelebration time! (2006)Mon, 01 Dec 2008 05:54:07 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/speeches/celebrationtime.wpdCelebration time! (2006)Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20081130_radiology.wpdRSNA2008_113008Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081130_rsna.wpdToday, at the 94th annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, Philips unveiled two innovative solutions to help radiologists save time and improve patient diagnosis.Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20081128_cmo.wpdCorp_ChiefMedOfficer_112808Fri, 28 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081128_cmo.wpdPhilips named Eric Silfen, M.D., M.S.H.A., M.A., senior vice president and chief medical officer for Philips Healthcare. Dr. Silfen joins the Philips Healthcare executive team and reports to Healthcare CEO Steve Rusckowski. Dr. Silfen will work closely with a global network of medical thought leaders to ensure that clinical insights and a people-focused approach are at the core of Philips product development and go-to-market strategies.Fri, 28 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/speakers/speeches/cultureofambientintelligence.wpdThe Culture of Ambient Intelligence (2001)Thu, 27 Nov 2008 08:52:49 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/bispublishers_book1.wpdPast tense, future senseThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/bispublishers_book2.wpdFood delivery solutionsThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/bispublishers_book3.wpdThe New EverydayThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/bispublishers_book4.wpdNew NomadsThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/bispublishers_book5.wpdHome of the near futureThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/bispublishers_book6.wpdCreating value by DesignThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/bispublishers_book7.wpdCity People LightThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/bispublishers_book8.wpdVision of the FutureThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_bispublishers_book1.wpdPast tense, future senseThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_bispublishers_book8.wpdVision of the FutureThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_bispublishers_book2.wpdFood delivery solutionsThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_bispublishers_book3.wpdThe New EverydayThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_bispublishers_book4.wpdNew NomadsThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_bispublishers_book5.wpdHome of the near futureThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_bispublishers_book6.wpdCreating value by DesignThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/publications/PhilipsDesignPublication_bispublishers_book7.wpdCity People LightThu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20081121_meditronics.wpdCorp_Meditronics_112108Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081121_meditronics.wpdPhilips today announced it has reached an agreement to acquire India-based Meditronics, a leading manufacturer of General X-Ray systems targeting the economy segment in India. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/081119-magnotech-medica.wpdPhilips breakthrough Magnotech technology set to transform global point-of-care testingThu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081120_magnotech.wpdAlready a world leader in near-patient settings, Philips has now developed a unique biosensor technology which has the potential to offer lab-quality immunoassay results at the point of care. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081120_share_cancellation.wpdPhilips announced today that it has completed the cancellation of in total 38,496,058 of its own shares which were acquired for cancellation during the period August 25, 2008 up to and including November 14, 2008. The average repurchase price was EUR 18.19 per share. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/081117-neuronexus.wpdNeuroNexus Technologies and Philips partner to research next-generation deep brain stimulation devices for the treatment of central nervous system disordersMon, 17 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081117_neuronexus.wpdEindhoven, the Netherlands - NeuroNexus Technologies and Philips Research today announced that they have signed a joint research agreement to develop next-generation deep brain stimulation devices with the ambition to improve the treatment of neurological diseases and psychiatric disorders.Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/articles/2008/boston_tower.wpdPhilips restores iconic Boston tower with energy-efficient LED lightingWed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081112_boston_tower.wpdBoston's first official skyscraper, the Marriott Custom House Tower, has undergone a long-awaited lighting makeover to reclaim its skyline prominence in a smart and sustainable way. Formerly lit by incandescent-based fixtures that had fallen into disrepair, the Tower has been restored to its fully-illuminated state using LED fixtures that consume just one third the energy of the previous sources. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/speakers/speeches/sustainabledevelopment.wpdAligning Management and Business towards Sustainable Development (1999)Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:54:46 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/speakers/speeches/questforpower.wpdThe Quest for Power, Comfort and Freedom: Exploring Wearable Electronics (1999)Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:53:40 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/speakers/speeches/exploringthefuture.wpdExploring the future of urban lighting (2000)Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:52:06 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/speakers/speeches/brandfascination.wpdBrand fascination: New challenges for brand design and brand maintenance (2000)Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:51:03 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/speakers/speeches/keyfactortosucces.wpdDesign: Key factor for success (2004)Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:47:27 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/speakers/speeches/letusbegin.wpdLet us begin (2002)Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:43:58 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/news/speeches/Flying-over-Las-Vegas-14327.wpdFlying over Las Vegas (1992)Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/081111-ipill.wpdPhilips’ intelligent pill targets drug development and treatment for digestive tract diseasesTue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2008/081111-ipill.wpdPhilips’ IntelliCap technologyTue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2008/topic3.wpdUltrathin LCD prototypeTue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081111_ipill.wpdAt this week's opening of the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) Annual Meeting and Exposition (Atlanta, USA, November 16-20, 2008) Philips Research will announce its new intelligent pill technology "iPill", targeted at assisting drug development and enabling new therapies for debilitating and life-threatening digestive tract disorders such as Crohn's disease, colitis and colon cancer.Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20081110_ecg.wpdAHA_2008Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20081107_aha2008.wpdAHA_Resus_110708Fri, 07 Nov 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20081107_citizen_m.wpdcitizenM has won a host of prizes at The European Hotel Design Awards, including the best technology award. citizenM is equipped with intuitive state-of-the-art technology thanks to Philips' innovative Ambient Experience for hospitality - a custom-designed host of interactive solutions and tools integrating ambience, infotainment, personal care and design. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081030_golite.wpdPhilips today introduced the goLITE BLU, a natural, convenient way to offer quick relief from seasonal mood-related problems. With the end of Daylight Saving time many Americans are affected by the increased darkness and experience what is known as the winter blues. Symptoms of the winter blues may include lethargy, lowered mood, problems sleeping, carbohydrate cravings and weight gain.Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/citypeoplelight_award_seoul.wpdInternational city.people.light award 2008 – first prize goes to the city of Seoul, South Korea.Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081029_cpl.wpdPhilips Lighting and Lighting Urban Community International Association (LUCI) have announced that this year's international city.people.light award has been won by the city of Seoul, South Korea. At the award ceremony, which was held in San Lui Potosi in Mexico on 29 October 2008, representatives from the city were presented with the city.people.light trophy as well as prize money of 5,000 euros.Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081027_starwood.wpdPhilips today announced the signing of an exclusive three year agreement with Starwood Hotels and Resorts, Inc. to provide Philips' latest range of SmartPower2 energy efficient hotel televisions to Starwood's 460 properties across North America. Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/dutchdesign2008.wpdPhilips Design infuses Dutch Design Week 2008 with innovative ideas and creative conceptsWed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/081021-oled100.wpdOLED100.eu research consortium to spearhead the advancement of organic LED technologyTue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/081020-spinout.wpdPrime Technology Ventures and Philips arrange for successful spin-out of five technology companies from Philips incubatorsMon, 20 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20081020_kings_college.wpdResearch_KingsCollege_102008Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081020_kingscollege.wpdPhilips today announced a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for a five-year research collaboration with King's College London.Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20081016_celsion.wpdResearch_Celsion_101608Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20081015_dementia.wpdResearch_Dementia_101508Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/081015-cds-dementia.wpdPhilips develops decision support software to assist in the differential diagnosis of dementiaWed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2008/081015-cds-dementia.wpdPhilips develops decision support software to assist in the differential diagnosis of dementiaWed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event_discovery_to_treatment.wpdPhilips today showcases how its care cycle approach to cardiology can help save more lives by reducing the time to treatment for heart attack patients. Solutions offered by Philips can help to reduce the time from discovery of a heart attack to treatment to 90 minutes, the limit recommended by experts, by enabling hospitals to better organize resources throughout the treatment procedure, starting before patients enter their doors.Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event_wake_up_light.wpdAt the Simplicity Event held at the Red Square in Moscow today, Philips is showing a broad range of present and future solutions for simplicity in health and well-being in everyday settings of consumers' lives. The newly designed Philips Wake-up Light presented at the Event today is an innovative light simulator that gently wakes the body in the early hours of winter mornings, ensuring a sense of relaxation and well-being.Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event.wpdPhilips will unveil a range of innovative and original concepts for Health and Well-being at the 2008 Philips Simplicity Event, which started today on the Red Square in Moscow, Russia. The Event highlights areas identified by Philips in which the company has the ability to innovate and make a difference to both people and the environment.Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event_flavors.wpdAt the 2008 Simplicity Event held at the Red Square in Moscow today, Philips illustrates its brand promise of "Sense and Simplicity" with a broad range of products and concepts that are easy to use and designed around the consumer. Flavors is an exclusive home entertainment system that can be customized to match your style and interior.Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/horti_fair.wpdPhilips sets out vision to bring benefits of LED lighting to horticultureMon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081013_q3.wpdPhilips' third quarter sales totaled EUR 6.3 billion, a decline of 2% comparably on Q3 2007, mainly driven by Consumer Lifestyle. This reflects weaker consumer demand in mature markets, particularly in TV, but the decline was also partly by design as we continued to optimize our portfolio. Healthcare and Lighting achieved solid growth and earnings with sales up 5% and 6% respectively on a comparable basis. Net income amounted to EUR 357 million.Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/articles/2008/illuminesca_event.wpdIlluminesca inspired Amsterdam where ‘Lighting met Fashion’Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/illuminesca_event.wpdIlluminesca inspired Amsterdam where ‘Lighting met Fashion’Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081009_gnatus.wpdPhilips Lumileds announced today that Gnatus, a leading dental equipment manufacturer, has released a LUXEON-based dental lamp that is the first in the industry to use solid-state lighting technology. The new Gnatus Dental Lamp LED Plus overcomes the inconveniences associated with conventional halogen models, including short bulb life, high power usage and spillover light that has in some cases prompted dentists to supply patients with sunglasses, while also offering significant advantages for dental care. Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/sainsbury_led_freezer.wpdSainsbury's leads the way in adopting breakthrough LED lighting system for in store freezersWed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081008_lbnl.wpdPhilips and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) today announced that they have signed an agreement to jointly research new energy-efficiency solutions for buildings. Philips and Berkeley Lab will work together to develop new technologies for the control of multiple building sub-systems such as lighting and temperature controls, and new building simulation tools for developing and evaluating effective energy control strategies.Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081008_sainsbury.wpdSainsbury's, the UK-based supermarket chain, has selected a revolutionary LED lighting solution by Philips to equip the interiors of its freezer cabinets across 350 stores. In all, some 15,000 pieces of Philips Affinium LED freezer lighting modules with Philips Luxeon LEDs have been installed, resulting in a staggering energy saving of 75% per freezer. Moreover, the improvement in the lit effect has increased by in excess of 150%.Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20081007_steris.wpdCVX-ray_STERIS_100708Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081003_att_williams.wpdFollowing Philips Shavers three successful years of sponsorship of the AT&#x26;T Williams team, Philips Consumer Lifestyle today confirmed a widened agreement with the Formula One team in order to extend the marketing benefits to more of its business categories.Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/081002-coll-lawberkeley.wpdPhilips and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory join forces to improve energy efficiency in buildingsThu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081001_speech_recognition.wpdPhilips announced it has sold its speech recognition activities, Philips Speech Recognition Systems ("PSRS"), to U.S.-based Nuance Communications, Inc. Philips transferred ownership of PSRS to Nuance for approximately EUR 65 million (approximately USD 95 million) to be paid in cash. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2008/topic1.wpdUltrasound microbubblesTue, 30 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/080930-microbubbles.wpdPhilips develops ultrasound-activated microbubbles for localized delivery of cancer drugsTue, 30 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2008/080930-microbubbles.wpdUltrasound microbubble technology targets localized drug deliveryTue, 30 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080929_opening_best.wpdOn Monday September 29, Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet - sister to Dutch Queen Beatrix - inaugurated new Philips Healthcare buildings in Best, in the south of The Netherlands.Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20070926_xenon_backgrounder.wpdBackgrounder Xenon automotive lightingMon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080926_ceo_china.wpdPhilips today announced that Patrick S. Kung was appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Greater China. David Chang, who currently holds this post, will retire after 30 years at Philips. Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080926_asbestos.wpdPhilips announced today that its US subsidiary TH Agriculture and Nutrition LLC (&#x22;THAN&#x22;) has taken steps which, if confirmed by the US courts, will resolve all pending and future asbestos-related personal injury claims against THAN and its affiliates, through a pre-packaged plan of reorganization of THAN. Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2008/080924-contrastagents.wpdDevelopment of long retention-time contrast agentsWed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/080924-coll-urbino.wpdPhilips strikes healthcare research alliance with Italian University of Urbino for development of long retention-time contrast agentsWed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080924_contrast_agents.wpdResearch_Urbino_092408Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080924_urbino_university.wpdPhilips Research and the University of Urbino (Urbino, Italy) have signed a research agreement to study the encapsulation of magnetic nanoparticle contrast agents inside living blood cells to prolong the retention time of these agents in the blood. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/philips_osram_patent_agreement.wpdPhilips and Osram conclude LED patent license agreementTue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080923_analyst_day.wpdAt a meeting with investors and financial analysts today, Philips will update the markets on progress at its Lighting sector. Rudy Provoost, Chief Executive officer of Philips Lighting and member of the Philips Board of Management, will discuss Philips' strategy to further strengthen its global leadership position in Lighting.Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080923_led_patent_license.wpdPhilips and Osram have concluded a patent license agreement for LED-based technology used in luminaires. Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080922_astro2008.wpdEvents_ASTRO_092208Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080919_interbrand_ranking.wpdPhilips today announced significant growth of its total brand value in the 2008 ranking of the top-100 global brands as compiled annually by leading brand consultant Interbrand. In this year's ranking, the total estimated value of the Philips brand increased by 8% to USD 8.3 billion, from USD 7.7 billion in 2007. Philips is ranked the 43rd most valuable brand in Interbrand's 2008 ranking of best global brands. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080918_oled_technology_kit.wpdPhilips is offering lighting designers, architects and artists from all disciplines a unique OLED technology 'starter kit', so that they can discover for themselves why OLEDs are going to be the lighting sensation of the coming years. Thu, 18 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080917_automotive_lighting.wpdPhilips today announced a number of compelling solutions for the automotive aftermarket at the Automechanika fair in Frankfurt, Germany. The range includes EcoVision, the world's most energy-efficient car head lighting that will help meet the challenge of reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080916_imv2008.wpdCustSrvc_IMVUltrasound_091608Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080911_relationship_care.wpdPhilips today announced the launch of a new category of 'Relationship Care' with the introduction in the UK of a range of products designed to enhance couples' sexual well-being. Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080910_credit_suisse_conference.wpdToday, Pierre-Jean Sivignon, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Philips Electronics, will give a presentation at the Credit Suisse Capital Goods and Aerospace and Defense Conference in London, United Kingdom, in which he will further elaborate on how Philips is transforming into a leading global brand in Health and Well-being.Wed, 10 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080910_mou_umc.wpdPhilips today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) establishing a long-term research partnership with the University Medical Center (UMC) Utrecht, the Netherlands' largest university hospital. Philips and UMC Utrecht will seek to develop new solutions for the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of major disease areas.Wed, 10 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080908_alpha_xray.wpdCorp_AlphaX-ray_090808Mon, 08 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080908_alpha_xray_technologies.wpdPhilips today announced it has reached an agreement to acquire India-based Alpha X-Ray Technologies.Mon, 08 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080905_dutch_authoritiy.wpdPhilips announced today that it has notified the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) that it currently holds over 5 per cent of its own issued shares. Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080904_gazeley.wpdToday Philips and Gazeley Ltd, two recognized leaders in sustainable business development, have announced they have signed a partnership agreement. Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080904_transfer_to_elcoteq.wpdPhilips today announced that it has agreed to transfer its TV assembly facility located in Juarez, Mexico, to Elcoteq SE (OMX: ELQAV), a leading electronics manufacturing services company domiciled in Luxembourg.Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/philips_and_gazeley_sign_global_deal.wpdPhilips and Gazeley sign global deal to provide sustainable lighting solutions for warehouse facilities.Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080903_westin_concept_room.wpdWestin Hotels &#x26; Resorts and Philips have partnered with sleep doctors to create a Concept Room within The Westin Chicago North River aimed at helping guests combat sleep troubles and jetlag.Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/200809_driving_development_china.wpdPublicationMon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080830_esc2008.wpdEvent_ESC_083008Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/clsite_ifawards2008.wpdPhilips consumer website wins Gold iF awardFri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080829_ifa_keynote_speech.wpdPhilips will today demonstrate how it is addressing consumer lifestyle needs in a flagship keynote speech to be given by Andrea Ragnetti, CEO of Philips Consumer Lifestyle, at the 2008 Internationale Funkaustelling, IFA.Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/ifa_keynote_speech.wpdIFA Keynote SpeechFri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/080828-ifa-ultrathinlcd.wpdPhilips Research reveals ultra-thin backlight technology for TVsThu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/080828-ifa-simplicitylabs.wpdPhilips Research opens SimplicityLabs: a virtual lab for people-focused innovationThu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080828_ifa.wpdPhilips is to showcase how it is making a difference in the consumer lifestyle market by presenting its latest range of home entertainment and home appliance products at this year's IFA, taking place from August 29 to September 3.Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080828_share_cancellation.wpdPhilips announced today that it has completed the cancellation of in total 35,358,016 of its own shares which were acquired for cancellation during the period May 29, 2008 up to and including August 22, 2008. The average repurchase price was EUR 22.23 per share.Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080827_disney_hospital.wpdOfficials from Florida Hospital today revealed new details about their visionary plans to shape the 'Children's Hospital of the Future,' which will make a significant impact on children's health throughout Central Florida and be a model for pediatric hospitals beyond the region. One of the keystones of this plan is the creation of a dedicated children's emergency department that will be the first in the country to feature Ambient Experience Design solutions from Philips.Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/080820-euheart.wpdPhilips led ‘euHeart’ project targets highly personalized diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseaseWed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/backgrounders/2008/080820-euheart.wpdeuHeart projectWed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080820_euheart.wpdPhilips_Research_euHeart_082008Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080820_euheart.wpdPhilips today announced that it will lead a new European Union (EU) funded research project called 'euHeart,' which is aimed at improving the diagnosis, therapy planning and treatment of cardiovascular disease - one of the biggest causes of mortality in the western world. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/formula_one.wpdFormula One™ first - Philips to light Singapore night raceMon, 18 Aug 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080818_formula_one.wpdPhilips today announced that its lighting projectors have been selected by Valerio Maioli S.p.A., the Italian consultant company appointed by Singapore GP Pte Ltd., to light up the first ever Formula One&#x2122; night race on 28 September 2008 in Singapore.Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080814_sale_of_shares.wpdPhilips today announced it has sold approximately 383 million shares of common stock in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd (TAIEX: 2330, NYSE: TSM) to long-term financial investors.Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/articles/2009/20090320-oleds.wpdOLEDs to create your environment in new and innovative waysSun, 10 Aug 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080806_medquist.wpdPhilips announced today it has completed the sale of its approximate 69.5% ownership interest in MedQuist to CBaySystems for a total consideration of approximately USD 285 million.Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080805_cx50.wpdUltrasound_CX50_080508Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080805_cx50.wpdPhilips today announced the launch of its advanced handheld ultrasound system, the Philips CX50 CompactXtreme. Designed to meet the needs of cardiologists for clear diagnostic data at the bedside, the new compact system combines the image quality expected of a traditional, premium, full-size system with the convenience of portability. Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080728_women_truck.wpdEvery year in Argentina, doctors detect 4,000 cases of cervical cancer and 20,000 cases of breast cancer. Almost 50% of them prove to be fatal. This is because many of the victims live in low-income areas with poor access to the technology that would offer an early diagnosis and increased chances of survival. Our Woman Truck is helping to change that. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080724_hd15.wpdUltrasound_HD15_072408Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080724_hd15.wpdPhilips today announced the latest addition to its HD ultrasound family of products. The Philips HD15 ultrasound system provides physicians with superb imaging and workflow performance in a cost-effective system.Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080718_idea_award.wpdPhilips will receive a Silver award for the Moisturizing Shaving System and a Bronze award for the Chulha - low smoke biomass stove in the IDEA2008 from the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA). Philips Design's research based and people focused approach designs award winning solutions for all areas of society.Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/idea_2008.wpdPhilips wins Silver and Bronze Industrial Design Excellence AwardsFri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080716_suresign.wpdPhilips today announced a series of new portable, compact patient monitors that provides a reliable, yet affordable means to observe and care for patients. Now available to healthcare providers in India, the new Philips SureSigns VM3 is the first Philips patient monitor designed for emerging markets.Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/articles/2008/the_light_of_the_itzaes.wpdThe Light of the ItzáesTue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080715_edzna.wpdAmong many things, the Maya civilization is noted for its spectacular art and monumental architecture. The archaeological site of Edzn&#xE1;, in the Mexican state of Campeche, combines remarkable architecture with a newer form of art, illuminating the building with colorful light shows made possibly by Philips LED solutions and technologies. Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080714_q2.wpdPhilips reports strong sales of EUR 6.5 billion, up 6% year-on-year, EBITA rises to EUR 413 million.Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080708_pc_monitors.wpdPhilips today announced that it has reached an agreement with TPV Technology Limited. on key terms and conditions of a brand licensing agreement under which Philips will transfer its PC monitors business, IT Displays, to TPV. This is in line with Philips' previously communicated commitment to take decisive steps to improve the profitability levels at its Television business, of which the IT Displays unit forms part.Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/sust_lighting_solutions_africa.wpdDutch Government and Philips sign partnership agreement to provide sustainable lighting solutions for Sub-Saharan AfricaMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event_backgrounder.wpdPhilips Simplicity Event 2008, Moscow - Background informationMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event_biographies.wpdPhilips Senior Management - Philips Simplicity Event, Moscow, RussiaMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event_circle_of_life.wpdPhilips Simplicity Event 2008 - Circle of Life ConceptMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event_green_cuisine.wpdPhilips Simplicity Event 2008 - Green Cuisine ConceptMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event_images.wpdPhilips Simplicity Event 2008 - Simplicity Concepts and IllustrationsMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event_light_blossom.wpdPhilips Simplicity Event 2008 - Light Blossom ConceptMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event_philips_in_russia.wpdPhilips in Russia - Background informationMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081015_simplicity_event_discovery_to_treatment_backgrounder.wpdPhilips' 'Discovery to Treatment' solution - Background informationMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081029_cpl_backgrounder.wpdInternational city.people.light award 2008 - Background informationMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081117_research_alliances_healthcare.wpdPhilips' research alliances in healthcareMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081121_emerging_markets_backgrounder.wpdBackground Information on Philips Healthcare’s Emerging Markets BusinessMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081121_indian_healthcare_backgrounder.wpdBackground Information on Indian Healthcare SectorMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080707_sesa_products.wpdPhilips solutions for sustainable off-grid lightingMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080805_cx50_backgrounder.wpdCX50 CompactXtreme Technology BackgrounderMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080818_formula_one_backgrounder.wpdPhilips - A great track record in sports lightingMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080820_euheart_backgrounder.wpdBackgrounder euHeart project Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080908_backgrounder_cv_xray.wpdBackground Information on Philips’ Cardiovascular X-ray BusinessMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080908_backgrounder_indian_healthcare.wpdBackground Information on Indian Healthcare SectorMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080924_urbino_university_backgrounder.wpdTechnology Backgrounder - Development of long retention-time contrast agentsMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20081121_xray_business_backgrounder.wpdBackground Information on Philips’ General X-ray BusinessMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080707_sesa.wpdToday Philips signed a public private partnership agreement with the Dutch Government, which will see the development of a new generation of sustainable - solar powered lighting solutions for Sub-Saharan Africa.Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080707_sesa_backgrounder.wpdPhilips Sustainable Energy Solution for Africa (SESA)Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080926_asbestos_annex.wpdAnnex to press release 'Philips subsidiary takes steps to resolve pending and future asbestos claims,' issued on September 26, 2008Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090216_sesa_backgrounder.wpdPhilips Sustainable Energy Solutions for Africa (SESA)Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090211_eric_silfen.wpdExecutive Bio - Eric SilfenMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20090216_new_solar_products_backgrounder.wpdPhilips announces new range of solar powered LED lighting solutions for AfricaMon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/licensing_program_led_based_luminaires.wpdPhilips introduces licensing program for LED-based luminairesMon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/wwf_promotion.wpdSuccessful Philips promotion on energy efficient lighting results into a donation of € 500.000,- to the World Wildlife FundMon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/articles/2008/ledoffice.wpdPhilips first to light office building entirely with LEDsMon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080625_generali.wpdPhilips today announced that it will light the world's first office entirely with LED solutions. The office, owned by Generali and located at 100 Champs-Elys&#xE9;es Avenue, Paris, marks a milestone in lighting history. For the first time, functional office lighting, powered entirely by LEDs, goes hand in hand with scene and atmosphere effects that are also LED based.Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080625_dha.wpdThe Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and Philips Electronics have sealed a strategic partnership and signed a Memorandum of Understanding making Philips the preferred partner for future DHA projects aimed at elevating the level of healthcare services in the Gulf region. The first of these projects is expected to be announced within the next two months.Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080624_saudi_arabia.wpdEMEA_SAMT_062408Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080624_citizen_m.wpdPhilips has today announced the first commercial rollout of its integrated Ambient Experience for hospitality with the launch of the citizenM hotel chain in Amsterdam. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080624_national_trust.wpdPhilips in partnership with the National Trust has achieved an impressive 50% energy saving for lighting using Philips MASTERClassic and other types of energy saving lamps across some 300 of its properties.Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2008/oled_lighting_tile.wpdThe OLLA project delivers its final milestone:Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080618_zambia.wpdCorporate_Zambia_061808Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080618_healthcare_infrastructure_modernization.wpdPhilips today celebrated the completion of the installation phase of a seven-year project to modernize the healthcare infrastructure of the Republic of Zambia.Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080616_spect_pet.wpdTradeShow_SNM_061608Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080616_stars_of_energy.wpdPhilips is proud to announce that it has been selected for the Alliance to Save Energy's prestigious 2008 "Stars of Energy Efficiency" Chairman's Award.Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080616_sustainability_vital_for_philips.wpdWith global warming at the forefront, the time for talking about industry sustainability and organizational eco-responsibility is over and the focus for organizations should be on implementing effective strategies to realize energy efficiency. Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080613_bnp_exane_seminar.wpdToday, Pierre-Jean Sivignon, Chief Financial Officer of Philips, will give a presentation at the 10th Exane BNP Paribas European Seminar in Paris, France, in which he will further elaborate on how Philips is transforming into a leading global brand in Health and Well-being.Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080612_ce_consortium.wpdPhilips, Samsung Electronics, Sony Corporation and Panasonic today announced they have joined forces to develop a standardized specification for radio frequency-based remote controls for audio visual consumer electronics devices.Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080611_jp_morgan_conference.wpdToday, Gerard Kleisterlee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Philips will give a presentation at the JP Morgan 6th Annual Pan-European Capital Goods &#x26; Aerospace CEO Conference in Surrey, United Kingdom, in which he will further elaborate on how Philips is transforming into a leading global brand in Health and Well-being.Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080610_nh_hotel.wpdNH Hoteles and Philips have announced that they will conduct an intensive two-year study into the optimization of well-being amongst hotel guests. To support the research, NH Hoteles and Philips have teamed up as a first step to create a unique room at NH Hoteles' flagship Barbizon Palace hotel in Amsterdam featuring the latest in ambient solutions. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080609_afm_notification.wpdPhilips announced today that it has notified the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) that it currently holds over 5 per cent of its own issued shares.Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/20080606_rusckowski.wpdCall to ActionFri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080606_donation_wwf.wpdPhilips today presented a cheque of EUR 500,000 to the World Wildlife Fund at the annual congress of the European Union of Electrical Wholesalers in Brussels. This amount was raised via a special promotion on the energy efficient Philips MASTER TL5 and MASTER TL-D Eco fluorescent lamps. During the campaign period, which ran from May 2007 to May 2008, Philips made a donation to WWF for every MASTER TL5 and MASTER TL-D Eco lamp sold in Europe.Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080605_skytron.wpdCV_Skytron_060508Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080604_pacs.wpdHI_Premier_060408Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080603_inventor_of_the_year.wpdPhilips Solid-State Lighting Solutions, the new entity formed by Philips' acquisition of Color Kinetics, today announced that Chief Scientist Ihor Lys has been named 2008 National Inventor of the Year by the Intellectual Property Owners (IPO) Education Foundation. Dr. Lys was selected for the invention of Powercore&#xAE; technology - a breakthrough in digital power processing that increases the efficiency, lowers the overall cost, and eases the installation of solid-state lighting systems.Tue, 03 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080603_cancellation_shares.wpdPhilips announced today that it has completed the cancellation of in total 36,653,831 shares which have been acquired for cancellation purposes during the period starting March 14, 2008 up to and including May 28, 2008 against an average repurchase price of EUR 24.34 per share. Tue, 03 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/200806_vision_2010.wpdPublicationSun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080527_q_cpr.wpdHeartStart_RAPID_052708Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080522_medquist.wpdPhilips today announced it has reached an agreement to sell its approximate 69.5% ownership interest in MedQuist Inc. (Pink Sheets: MEDQ.PK) to CBay Systems Holdings (AIM: CBAY) ("CBay") for USD 11.00 per share, or approximately USD 285 million (approximately EUR 185 million). Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080521_reputation_award.wpdPhilips has won the Reputation Institute Award 2008, the prize that goes to the company with the best reputation in the Netherlands. This prestigious honor, has been bestowed for the eighth time. The prize is based on research carried out by the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University in cooperation with the Reputation Institute, under the leadership of Prof.dr. Cees van Riel.Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080520_epg_conference.wpdToday, Gerard Kleisterlee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Philips, will be giving a presentation at the Electrical Products Group 2008 Annual Spring Conference in Longboat Key, Florida, USA, in which he will further elaborate on how Philips has transformed into a globally leading brand in Health and Wellbeing.Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080516_healthcare_analysts_day.wpdToday, at a meeting with investors and financial analysts, Philips will update the market on its Healthcare sector. Philips Healthcare executives will outline the progress made in the sector's main businesses including the expanded Home Healthcare activity, and how well Philips Healthcare is positioned to achieve its Vision 2010 targets.Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080514_brilliance_ict.wpdCT_iCT_051408Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080514_wellstar.wpdUltrasound_WellStar_051408Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080513_dixta.wpdPMD_DixtalAcquisition_051308Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080513_dixtal.wpdPhilips today announced it has reached an agreement to acquire Brazilian-based Dixtal Biom&#xE9;dica e Tecnologia ("Dixtal"). Dixtal is a leading Brazilian manufacturer of in-hospital patient monitoring, anesthesia, ventilation equipment, and ECG (electrocardiogram) as well as other sensors for vital sign measurements.Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080513_tmsc.wpdAmsterdam, The Netherlands - Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE:PHG, AEX:PHI) today announced that, market conditions permitting, it plans to sell common shares in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (TAIEX: 2330, NYSE: TSM) in a share repurchase program as announced by TSMC.Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080509_xcelera.wpdHealthcareInformatics_Xcelera_050908Fri, 09 May 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080507_manchester_united.wpdPhilips has provided a state of the art lighting installation for Manchester United. Old Trafford is the first stadium in the United Kingdom to house this pioneering lighting system, which will ensure that the stadium continues to be one of the greatest and most famous sporting arenas in the world.Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080429_singapore_flyer.wpdAt 165 meters high, the Singapore Flyer stands as tall as a 42-storey building. The gigantic observation wheel is a modern icon in Asia. Towering over the Singapore skyline, it is a testimony to the vision and ingenuity of its designers. Now it is even more impressive because it has been equipped with Philips' state-of-the-art LED lighting systems, making it a sight to see at night, as well as during the day. It is also the first lighting installation in the world to be controlled using a wireless infrastructure.Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080425_sp_bridge.wpdPhilips announced that it will light the uniquely designed Octavio Frias de Oliveira bridge in S&#xE3;o Paulo, Brazil, using its newest lighting technologies including LED. The Octavio Frias de Oliveira bridge is the latest architectural highlight of the S&#xE3;o Paulo state capital, built over the Pinheiros River beltway to link the districts of Brooklin and Real Parque. The solutions provided by Philips highlight the grandeur of this unique bridge while consuming 53% less energy than traditional lighting systems, while reducing maintenance costs and improving road safety.Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080424_street_lighting.wpdPhilips today announced that the city of Amsterdam will install Philips' LED-based street lighting solution UrbanLine, designed specifically for the residential outdoor market. Switching over to Philips' UrbanLine solution will allow the city of Amsterdam to save around 50% of energy costs, announced Tjeerd Herreman, local councillor for transport, traffic and infrastructure and Rudy Provoost, CEO Philips Lighting.Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080421_stb.wpdPhilips today announced it has completed the sale of its Set-Top Boxes (STB) and Connectivity Solutions (CS) businesses, which were part of its Home Networks business unit within its Consumer Lifestyle sector, to U.K.-based technology provider Pace Micro Technology.Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080418_boston_marathon.wpdHeartStart_BOSMarathon_041808Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/080417-alliance.wpdAlliance between Philips, Maastricht UMC+ and University Clinic AachenThu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080414_q1.wpdPhilips reports EBITA of EUR 265 million, driven by Healthcare and LightingMon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080411_shenzhen.wpdAcquisition_ShenzhenGoldway_041108Fri, 11 Apr 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080411_shenzhen.wpdPhilips today announced it has reached an agreement with the shareholders of Shenzhen Goldway Industrial, Inc. ("Goldway") to acquire all outstanding shares in Goldway. Fri, 11 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080408_television_business.wpdPhilips and Funai Electric of Japan today announced their intention to enter into a brand licensing agreement under which Funai will assume responsibility for the sourcing, distribution, marketing and sales of all Philips' consumer television activities in the United States and Canada. Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080407_hd7.wpdUltrasound_HD7_040708Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/080407-partnership.wpdPhilips signs long-term healthcare research partnership with one of the largest Chinese hospitalsMon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080407_light_building.wpdPhilips unveiled an innovative range of LED- based solutions for general lighting and scene setting at the Light+Building fair in Frankfurt today. The range includes solutions for all market segments, including home, office, street, shops and hospitality, which will accelerate the market adoption of solid state luminaire systems.Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/20080407_light_building.wpdDelighting with LightingMon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080404_homehealth_study.wpdTelehealth_NationalSurvey_040408Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080403_chengdu.wpdResearch_WestChina Hospital_040308Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/200804_towards_vision_2010.wpdThis publication contains the speech of Gerard Kleisterlee, President and CEO of Royal Philips Electronics, at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, held on March 27, 2008 in Amsterdam. In his speech, Mr. Kleisterlee reviewed the transformation of Philips into a leading Healthcare, Lighting and Consumer Electronics and explained the company’s Vision 2010 strategy going forward. Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080331_time_to_treatment.wpdACC2008_D2B_033108Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080331_afm.wpdPhilips announced today that it has notified the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) that it currently holds over 5 per cent of its own issued shares. This holding of Philips consists of shares that have been acquired for cancellation purposes under Philips' current EUR 5 billion share repurchase program and shares that are held to cover for obligations resulting from Philips' existing long-term incentive and employee stock purchase programs. Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080327_agm.wpdAs of March 27, the Supervisory Board has appointed Mr. Jan-Michiel Hessels as its Chairman. Mr. Hessels succeeds Mr. Wim de Kleuver, who has served as Chairman since 2005. Mr. Hessels has been a member of Philips' Supervisory Board since 1999.Thu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/20080327_agm_english.wpdSpeech by Gerard Kleisterlee at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders of Royal Philips ElectronicsThu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/20080327_ava_nederlands.wpdSpeech Gerard Kleisterlee tijdens de Algemene Vergadering van Aandeelhouders van Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Thu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/article-15755.wpdSpeech Gerard Kleisterlee Algemene Vergadering van Aandeelhouders, Amsterdam, 29 maart 2007Thu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/c_gerardkleisterlee_keynote_asean_symposium.wpdThe ASEAN Symposium on Access to HealthcareThu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080327_light_bulbs_south_africa.wpdPhilips today announced it plans to participate in a joint venture to set up a manufacturing facility, as well as a recycling plant, for energy saving Compact Fluorescent Lamp integrated (CFLi) light bulbs in Lesotho, Southern Africa. The facility will be set up jointly with CEF which is a private company held by the State of South Africa that focuses on opportunities in the energy sector in the region, and Karebo Systems, a privately owned company specialized in energy efficiency programs in the lighting and energy sectors. Philips holds a 40% stake, while CEF and Karebo Systems each hold a 30% in the joint venture. Thu, 27 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080326_tomcat.wpdAcquisition_TOMCAT_032608Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080326_tomcat.wpdPhilips today announced it will acquire TOMCAT Systems Ltd., based in Northern Ireland. Terms of this acquisition were not disclosed. TOMCAT offers a software solution to collect and aggregate data relative to the cardiac care of patients, and allows for a comprehensive, patient-centric presentation of this data to care givers such as doctors and nurses.Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080320_completes_cancellation.wpdPhilips announced today that it has completed the cancellation of in total 59,907,089 shares which have been acquired for cancellation purposes during the period starting March 7, 2007 up to and including March 18, 2008 against an average repurchase price of EUR 28.64 per share.Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080319_ascent.wpdPhilips and Ascent Profit, a leading Chinese medical equipment wholesaler, today announced that they have signed a €25 million contract to bring digital radiography systems to hospitals in China. This is the continuation of a similar agreement made in 2007 and strengthens Philips' position in the fast-growing Chinese healthcare market. It will enable hospitals across the country to benefit from advanced imaging capabilities and the efficiency of digital workflows.Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080317_completion_respironics.wpdPhilips and Respironics today announced that Philips has completed the acquisition of Respironics through the merger of its indirect wholly owned subsidiary with and into Respironics. As a result of the merger, Respironics has become an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Philips.Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080314_respironics.wpdPhilips today announced the completion of the tender offer by its wholly owned subsidiary, Moonlight Merger Sub, Inc. ("Philips Merger Sub"), to acquire all outstanding shares of common stock of Respironics for $66.00 per Respironics share, without interest and subject to any applicable withholding of taxes. As of the expiration of the previously announced subsequent offering period for the tender offer, at 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on March 13, 2008, Philips Merger Sub had received over 70 million Respironics shares tendered into the offer, representing over 94% of the outstanding shares of Respironics. All Respironics shares validly tendered and not withdrawn have been accepted for payment and the consideration for all such shares either has been paid or will promptly be paid.Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080312_lg_displays.wpdPhilips today announced it has sold 24 million shares of common stock in LG Display to investors in a capital markets transaction. This transaction represents 6.7% of LG Display's issued share capital and reduces Philips' holding to 13.2%.Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080310_wireless.wpdServices_MobileTracking_031008Mon, 10 Mar 2008 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080307_ecr2008.wpdECR_Tradeshow_030708Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080307_respironics.wpdPhilips today announced all conditions to the closing of the tender offer by its wholly owned subsidiary, Moonlight Merger Sub, Inc. ("Philips Merger Sub"), to acquire all outstanding shares of common stock of Respironics, Inc. (NASDAQ:RESP) ("Respironics") for $66.00 per Respironics share, without interest and subject to any applicable withholding of taxes, have been met. Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080306_senior_notes.wpdPhilips today announced that it has placed a total of USD 3.1 billion worth of new Philips Senior Notes as part of its previously announced USD benchmark issue. Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080305_louis_schweitzer.wpdPhilips today announced that Mr. Louis Schweitzer, Vice Chairman and Secretary to Philips' Supervisory Board, will step down from Philips' Supervisory Board effective upon the closing of Philips' 2008 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, to be held March 27, 2008. Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080305_respironics.wpdPhilips and Respironics, Inc. (NASDAQ:RESP) ("Respironics") today announced that approval under Council Regulation (EC) No. 139/2004 of the European Community, as amended, was obtained today, which approval is a condition to the tender offer by Philips' wholly owned subsidiary, Moonlight Merger Sub, Inc., to acquire all outstanding shares of common stock of Respironics for $66.00 per Respironics share, without interest and subject to any applicable withholding of taxes.Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080304_benchmark_usd_notes_issuance.wpdPhilips today announced that it has filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with its intention to launch a USD benchmark issue ("the Notes") to refinance the EUR 1.7 billion worth of Philips notes that mature during the course of 2008 and for general corporate purposes.Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080304_ecoclassic50.wpdPhilips has won the much sought-after Gold iF product design award for the EcoClassic50/MASTERClassic/MASTERClassic energy saving lamp.Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/ecoclassic_ifawards2008.wpdPhilips EcoClassic50/MASTERClassic wins Gold iF product design awardTue, 04 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080229_lg_displays.wpdPhilips today announced that effective March 1, 2008, it will abandon equity accounting for its current shareholding in LG Display Co., Ltd., formerly known as LG.Philips LCD Co., Ltd. Instead, Philips will apply fair-value accounting for this participation effective as of the same date. This change follows the reduction of Philips' stake in LG Display to 19.9% in October 2007, and the stepping down of Mr. Rudy Provoost, Executive Vice President and member of the Philips Board of Management, as Chairman of the Board of Directors of LG Display, effective today.Fri, 29 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080225_healthcare_it.wpdHIMSS2008_ClinicalIT_022508Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080225_euroshop.wpdPhilips will showcase a broad range of innovative lighting solutions, designed specifically for retail environments, at EuroShop 2008. On stand (B14, Hall 11), Philips will display its latest range of solid-state lighting systems and show retailers the many options they now have when it comes to transforming the ambience in their stores in a simple and flexible way. Philips will also exhibit a range of sophisticated and energy effective lighting systems designed to display merchandise at its very best.Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080225_tender_offer_respironics.wpdPhilips and Respironics today announced that Philips' indirect wholly owned subsidiary Moonlight Merger Sub, Inc. ("Philips Merger Sub") is extending the expiration date for its previously announced tender offer until 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on March 6, 2008 for all outstanding shares of common stock of Respironics for $66.00 per Respironics share, without interest and subject to any applicable withholding of taxes.Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080222_high_tech_plastics.wpdPhilips today announced it has sold a 90% stake in its High Tech Plastics (HTP) Optics business in Suzhou, China to Triumph Pan-Pacific Capital Limited of Hong Kong for an undisclosed amount. Philips expects to record a loss of approximately EUR 12 million in its first quarter results as a result of the sale of these activities. HTP Optics Suzhou manufactures plastic, high-precision lenses used in camera phones, compact disc and DVD readers, and in scanners. The company employs approximately 300 people, primarily in Suzhou, China.Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/research/news/press/2008/080221-heartcycle.wpdPhilips led HeartCycle project targets improvement of disease management and quality of life for heart patientsThu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080221_completion_visicu.wpdPhilips and VISICU today announced that Philips has completed its acquisition of VISICU through the merger of its indirect wholly-owned subsidiary with and into VISICU. As a result of the merger, VISICU has become an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Philips. As of the first quarter of 2008, VISICU's financial results will be accounted for in the financial results of the Patient Monitoring business unit within Philips Healthcare. Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080221_heartcycle_project.wpdPhilips today announced that it will lead a new European Union (EU) funded research project aimed at improving care of heart patients through the development of innovative telemonitoring solutions. Following the highly successful MyHeart project, the HeartCycle project will start on March 1, 2008, and will be one of the largest biomedical and healthcare research projects within the EU.Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080221_myheart_backgrounder.wpdWhen it comes to people's health, the first and foremost rule is that prevention is better than cure. Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080220_ambient.wpdAmbient_50thInstall_022008Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080220_50th_ambient_experience.wpdPhilips today announced the installation of its 50th Ambient Experience suite at Fairview Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio. The catheterization (cath) lab suite installed at Fairview, one of the hospitals in the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic Health System, is an interactive, people-focused healthcare environment that combines design and technology to create a more comfortable experience for patients and staff, potentially increasing operational effectiveness.Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080218_succession_supervisory_board.wpdPhilips today announced that its Supervisory Board has agreed to appoint Mr. Jan-Michiel Hessels as Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Philips, effective upon the closing of the 2008 General Meeting of Shareholders.Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080218_increase_sales_green_products.wpdPhilips announced that it achieved a 33% increase in sales of Green Products in 2007, as published in the company's 10th annual Sustainability Report today. All three Philips sectors - Healthcare, Lighting and Consumer Lifestyle - showed a significant increase in sales of Green Products in 2007, resulting in total Green Product sales of EUR 5.3 billion in 2007, compared with EUR 4 billion in 2006.Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080212_klas.wpdCardiology_KLAS_021208Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/archive/20090211_state_of_the_union_of_healthcare.wpdRx for the American Healthcare System: Reformation & AffirmationMon, 11 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080204_tender_offer_respironics.wpdPhilips and Respironics today announced that Philips' indirect wholly owned subsidiary Moonlight Merger Sub, Inc. is extending the expiration date for its previously announced tender offer until 12:00 midnight, New York City time, on February 22, 2008 for all outstanding shares of common stock of Respironics for $66.00 per Respironics share, without interest and subject to any applicable withholding of taxes.Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080131_fetal_monitor.wpdPMD_Avalon4050_013108Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/27_ifawards2008.wpdPhilips wins 27 prestigious iF design awards in seven categoriesWed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080130_if_awards_2008.wpdPhilips wins prestigious design award in seven categoriesWed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080129_arab_health.wpdPhilips CEO and President, Gerard Kleisterlee, is visiting this week the Middle East together with Gottfried Dutine and Steve Rusckowski, both members of the Board of Management of Royal Philips Electronics, to meet with important stakeholders and customers, underlining the importance of the region for Philips.Tue, 29 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20080128_bird_migration.wpdPhilips and NAM (Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij) have developed a new type of lighting to help birds to safely migrate across the North Sea.Tue, 29 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080128_acquisition_of_genlyte.wpdPhilips and The Genlyte Group Incorporated (NASDAQ:GLYT) ("Genlyte") today announced that Philips has completed its acquisition of Genlyte through the merger of its indirect wholly-owned subsidiary with and into Genlyte.Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080122_klas_top20.wpdiSitePACS_KLAS_012208Tue, 22 Jan 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080121_q4_results.wpdPhilips delivers on its targets: solid Q4 with 8% comparable sales growth and EBITA of EUR 865 million. Full-year 2007 comparable sales up 5%, delivering an EBITA margin of 7.7%.Mon, 21 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080117_genlyte.wpdPhilips today announced the satisfaction of all of the conditions to the closing of the tender offer by its wholly owned subsidiary, Golf Merger Sub, Inc. ("Philips Merger Sub"), to acquire all outstanding shares of common stock of The Genlyte Group Incorporated (NASDAQ:GLYT) ("Genlyte") for $95.50 per Genlyte share, without interest and subject to any applicable withholding of taxes.Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080106_ces2008.wpdPhilips has unveiled its striking new design identity at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2008, with the introduction of the Design Collection, creating a holistic and iconic design across its complete home entertainment range.Sun, 06 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/healthcare/news/press/2008/20080103_isrr2008.wpdPhilips_ISRRT-eLearning_010308Thu, 03 Jan 2008 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080103_genlyte.wpdPhilips today announced that its indirect wholly owned subsidiary Golf Merger Sub, Inc. ("Philips Merger Sub") is extending the expiration date for its previously announced tender offer until 12:00 midnight on January 16, 2008 for all outstanding shares of common stock of The Genlyte Group Incorporated ("Genlyte") for $95.50 per Genlyte share, without interest and subject to any applicable withholding of taxes.Thu, 03 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071231_sale_of_tsmc_shares.wpdPhilips today announced it has completed the sale of 800 million common shares in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (TAIEX: 2330, NYSE: TSM) ("TSMC"), valued at approximately USD 1.5 billion. Mon, 31 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071220_backgrounder.wpdBackground InformationFri, 21 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071221_energy_efficient_holiday_celebrations.wpdPhilips is delivering a special gift to consumers and the environment at the end of this year: a brighter and more energy-efficient holiday season. As the world's leading lighting company, Philips is brightening global landmarks like the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball to Saks Fifth Avenue and Toronto's CN Tower using energy-efficient LED innovations, proving that high-performance and sustainability are not mutually exclusive.Fri, 21 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071221_pressrelease_respironics.wpdPhilips and Respironics, Inc (Nasdaq: RESP) today announced a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which Philips will commence a tender offer to acquire all of the outstanding shares of Respironics for USD 66 per share, or a total purchase price of approximately EUR 3.6 billion (USD 5.1 billion) to be paid in cash upon completion.Fri, 21 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071219_antitrust_conditions_fulfilled.wpdPhilips today announced the expiration, as of 11:59 p.m. EST on December 17, 2007, of the mandatory waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended (the "HSR Act"), applicable to the previously announced tender offer by Philips' indirect wholly owned subsidiary Golf Merger Sub, Inc. ("Philips Merger Sub") for all outstanding shares of common stock of The Genlyte Group Incorporated ("Genlyte," ) for $95.50 per Genlyte share, without interest and subject to any applicable withholding of taxes.Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071219_pace_micro_technology.wpdPhilips today announced it has reached an agreement in principle to sell its Set-Top Boxes (STB) and Connectivity Solutions (CS) businesses, currently part of its Home Networks business unit within the Consumer Electronics division, to U.K.-based technology provider Pace Micro Technology (FTSE: PIC).Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071219_repurchase_shares.wpdPhilips today announced that it plans to repurchase EUR 5 billion worth of common Philips shares within the next two years.Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071218_cmo_announcement.wpdPhilips today announced the appointment of Geert van Kuyck as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) effective January 1, 2008. Mr van Kuyck is currently Head of Global Marketing Management where he has been a driving force behind Philips' successful &#x22;sense and simplicity&#x22; brand promise, reinforcing its customer-centric and market-driven approach.Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071218_visicu.wpdPhilips today announced a merger agreement with clinical IT and service provider VISICU Inc. (NASDAQ: EICU) through which Philips is offering to acquire the entire share capital of VISICU for USD 12.00 per VISICU share. Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071218_visicu_backgrounder.wpdbackgrounderTue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071206_analyst_day_consumer_lifestyle.wpdIn a meeting with investors and financial analysts today, Philips will provide an update on how its consumer lifestyle businesses have and will continue to add value and sustainable growth to the company. Philips will also elaborate on the formation of the new Philips Consumer Lifestyle sector as per January 1, and this new, integrated sector will help Philips achieve the targets set as part of its "Vision 2010" strategic plan, which was communicated in September.Thu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071204_philips_to_acquire_emergin.wpdPhilips today announced it will acquire US-based Emergin, Inc. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Emergin is the leading US provider of software utilized to rapidly transmit medical alarm signals throughout hospitals. Tue, 04 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/20071204_gk_chinese_party_school.wpdInnovation as driver of sustainable growthTue, 04 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/200712_healthcare_access.wpdAddressing the BusinessWeek ASEAN Symposium on Access to Healthcare in Kuala Lumpur, President and CEO of Royal Philips Electronics, Gerard Kleisterlee, pressed public and private sector leaders to urgently come together to remove barriers to providing access to quality healthcare. Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/20071127_marzano_finding_your_sculpture.wpdFinding your sculptureTue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071126.wpdPhilips today announced it has entered into a definitive merger agreement with North American luminaires company Genlyte Group Incorporated pursuant to which Philips will commence a tender offer to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Genlyte for USD 95.50 per share, or approximately USD 2.7 billion (EUR 1.8 billion) to be paid in cash upon completion. Mon, 26 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071126_background_information.wpdbackground informationMon, 26 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071125_rsna.wpdToday, at the 93rd annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, Philips unveiled its latest innovative healthcare products and technologies that seek to make a difference in how radiologists can prevent, diagnose, treat and monitor disease, and allow them to focus more on their patients.Sun, 25 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/xitanium_control.wpdPhilips introduces Xitanium control interface for dynamic lighting effects.Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:01 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20071121_fifth_million_senseo.wpdPhilips revolutionized the coffee experience by introducing the Senseo coffee maker in 2001, together with Sara Lee's Douwe Egberts. Now, more than half a decade later, nearly every Dutch household has at least one Senseo, as Philips today celebrates the sale of the fifth million Senseo in the Netherlands. Wed, 21 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071121_cartel_probes_crt.wpdCompetition law authorities in several jurisdictions have commenced investigations into possible anticompetitive activities in the Cathode-Ray Tubes, or CRT, industry. Philips today announced that, as one of the companies that was active in the CRT business, it is subject to one or more of these ongoing investigations.Wed, 21 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20071120_responsible_supply_chain_award.wpdPhilips has won the Responsible Supply Chain Management Award in the Netherlands. The Association of Investors for Sustainable Development (VBDO) presented the award today during the National Sustainability Congress in Rotterdam. According to its survey, Philips reports best on sustainable business practices with its suppliers worldwide. The independent jury gave the company the award based on this transparency.Tue, 20 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071113_tsmc_shares.wpdPhilips today announced that, market conditions permitting, it plans to sell up to the maximum number of common shares in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. as are repurchased by TSMC in a share repurchase program as announced by TSMC.Tue, 13 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071102_medquist_stake_sale.wpdPhilips will today file an amendment to its Schedule 13D filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in which it will announce that a decision has been made to proceed with the sale of its approximate 70% ownership interest in MedQuist Inc. if a satisfactory price and other acceptable terms can be realized. Fri, 02 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/200711_healthier_lifestyles.wpdPhilips is placing the combined consumer interests of wellness and pleasure at the heart of its consumer lifestyle approach. The company is broadening beyond ‘traditional’ audio and video technology applications to make consumer electronics more relevant to consumers’ lifestyles, emotional and experiential needs and interests. Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071101_stlucas_andreas_hospital.wpdFrom today the St. Lucas Andreas Hospital in Amsterdam-West is to start monitoring more than a hundred chronic heart failure patients at home using the Philips Motiva system. This will not only improve these patients' quality of life, but could also prevent many hospital admissions. The St. Lucas Andreas Hospital is the first hospital in The Netherlands to introduce a remote monitoring system for cardiac patients into its daily operations. Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/save_the_snow.wpdPhilips employees launch ‘Save the snow’ initiative to promote energy efficient lighting and raise money for Oxfam-NovibWed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/20071029_nikkei_global_management_forum.wpdTransforming Philips from a high volume electronics company to a global leader in Healthcare, Lighting and Consumer LifestyleMon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071023_simplicity_event_release.wpdPhilips will today unveil new and innovative design concepts based on the company's &#x22;sense and simplicity&#x22; brand at the 2007 Philips Simplicity Event at London's Earls Court 2 exhibition centre. At the three-day event, Philips will showcase to a select group of customers, business partners, healthcare professionals and public sector representatives its vision of how in five years the clever use of technology married with intuitive, personalized design can lead to unexpected approaches to caring for people's well-being at home, in the hospital and on the move.Tue, 23 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071023_simplicity_one_star_is_born.wpdPhilips today showcases a fully customizable hotel concept designed to put the consumer at the heart of the hotel experience and enable hotel owners to optimize their operating costs.Tue, 23 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071023_simplicity_concept_collection.wpdSimplicity Event London 2007 presents three concepts: 'Daylight' Concept, 'Celebrating Pregnancy' Concept, and 'Ambient Healing Space' Concept Tue, 23 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071023_simplicity_event_backgrounder.wpdThe Philips Simplicity Event 2007 is the third such event produced by Philips. The concepts showcased here today demonstrate a commitment to deliver solutions to the anticipated needs of tomorrow's society.Tue, 23 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071022_national_theatre_london.wpdPhilips and the National Theatre today announced a five year Simplicity lighting partnership programme to replace the landmark London venue's lighting scheme. Announced on the eve of opening of the Philips Simplicity Event at Earls Court 2, the partnership will replace and enhance the National Theatre's familiar external and internal lighting scheme with a state of the art, dynamic energy efficient design.Mon, 22 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071019_lumileds.wpdPhilips today announces that George Craford, Chief Technology Officer for Philips Lighting Lumileds, was honored last night with the Innovation Prize in Energy and the Environment at the 2007 Economist Innovation awards, held at The Science Museum, London.Fri, 19 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071023_simplicity_event_biographies.wpdSimplicity Event BiographiesMon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071015_q3_background_information.wpdThird quarter results background informationMon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071015_q3results.wpdPhilips reports robust growth in sales and EBITAMon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071217_backgrounder_healthcare.wpdPhilips Healthcare BackgrounderMon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071126_biography.wpdLarry PowersMon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071217_biographies_respironics.wpdBiographiesMon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071217_respironics_backgrounder.wpdRespironics BackgrounderMon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080121_q4_results_backgrounder.wpdPhilips' Annual Results 2007 - Background informationMon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080326_backgrounder_cardiology_informatics.wpdCardiology Informatics backgrounderMon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20080326_backgrounder_healthcare_informatics.wpdHealthcare Informatics backgrounderMon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071011_acquire_lighting_technologies_international.wpdPhilips today announced it will acquire Lighting Technologies International ("LTI"), a US manufacturer of high-power xenon lamps for the entertainment industry. Thu, 11 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071010_lpl_stake_sale.wpdPhilips today announced it has sold 46.4 million shares of common stock in LG.Philips LCD to financial institutions in a capital markets transaction. This transaction represents 13.0% of LPL's issued share capital and reduces Philips' holding to 19.9%.Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20071004_acquisition_raytel.wpdPhilips today announced Philips will acquire US-based Raytel Cardiac Services ("Raytel") (a division of Raytel Medical Corporation) and other ancillary operations from SHL Telemedicine Ltd., for approximately USD 110 million in cash. Subject to receipt of regulatory approval, the transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2007, upon which Raytel will become part of Philips' Home Healthcare Solutions business group. Raytel Cardiac Services is a leading US provider of home cardiac monitoring services that doctors prescribe to heart patients. Thu, 04 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/5_ifawards2007.wpdPhilips wins five iF design awards China 2007Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/mastercolour_energy_savings.wpdPhilips new lamps for shops offer up to 70% energy savings, while offering significantly better quality of lightFri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070928_illuminesca_event.wpdPhilips will announce tonight at the Illuminesca Event in Milan the next step in retail lighting with the launch of its new energy efficient range of lamps for retail, the MasterColour CDM Elite. The new lamps provide unbeatable light quality in a retail environment such as fashion stores, furniture shops, department stores and many others. It offers a crisp white light for greater sparkle which means retailers can now display their merchandise like never before, in an energy efficient way.Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070928_analystday_lighting_innovation.wpdIn a meeting with investors and financial analysts today, Philips will discuss how Philips Lighting expects to continue on its current growth path. This expectation is supported by an ongoing focus on market-driven innovation and an accelerated adoption of more advanced and environmentally-friendly forms of lighting in line with Philips' recently communicated &#x22;Vision 2010&#x22; strategy.Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/posterbox.wpdPhilips launches a new way to achieve visually perfect illuminated images for signsWed, 26 Sep 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20070926_xenon_saves_lives.wpdPhilips announced that the life saving potential of Xenon light has been confirmed in a new study from the German, independent safety research organization TÜV Rheinland. The study which was published yesterday states that if all vehicles on German roads were equipped with Xenon car lights, 18 percent of all fatalities could be avoided, equivalent to more than 1,200 lives saved on Germany’s roads alone each year.Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070925_ecovision.wpdPhilips announced today that by 2012, it aims for 30% of total revenues to come from Green Products, compared with 15% of group sales in 2006.Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070919_maarten_de_vries_cio.wpdPhilips today announced the appointment of Maarten de Vries as Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the company with effect from September 1, 2007Wed, 19 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/article-14970.wpdSpeech Gerard Kleisterlee pre-ChinaMedTue, 18 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/article-15044.wpdRoyal Philips Electronics Medical Systems announcementTue, 18 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/design/about/design/designnews/pressreleases/skin_reddot2007.wpdPhilips Design SKIN probe receives prestigious “best of the best” in red dot award: design concept 2007Tue, 18 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20070918_imv.wpdPhilips announced today that customers have again rated its Medical Systems division No. 1 in overall service performance for Ultrasound All Systems, comprising Radiology/OB-Gyn and Cardiology instruments, in the annual IMV ServiceTrak surveys. Mon, 17 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070913_philips_sells_nuance.wpdPhilips today announced that yesterday it sold its stake of approximately 4.6 million shares in US-based Nuance Communications Inc.Thu, 13 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/cfl_savings2.wpdPhilips further invests to expand CFL energy saving lamps production in Poland to meet booming demandWed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070912_cfo_reconfirms_strategic_direction.wpdToday, Pierre-Jean Sivignon, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Philips Electronics, will be giving a presentation at the Credit Suisse European Capital Goods Conference in London, where he will update the market on Philips' continuing efforts in transforming into a truly integrated and highly market-driven global leader in Healthcare, Lighting and Consumer Lifestyle.Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070910_backgrounder.wpdBackgrounder for press releaseMon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070910_philips_vision_2010.wpdPhilips today announced its next steps to grow the company further in the areas of Healthcare, Lighting and Consumer Lifestyle.Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/sector_leader_sustainability.wpdPhilips supersector leader in sustainabilityFri, 07 Sep 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070907_philipssupersectorleaderinsustainability.wpdPhilips announced today that it has improved its sustainability performance in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes for the fourth consecutive year, showing that the company continues to capitalize on the growing demand for energy efficient and eco-friendly products.Fri, 07 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20070906_menwholiveincities.wpdA recent survey carried out on behalf of Philips by the market research agency Forsa showed that although two thirds of respondents said they eat a healthy diet and take regular exercise, only about half of the young respondents in the 18 to 29 years age group attend preventive health check-ups, such as dental check-ups, or go to the doctor if they have unfamiliar symptoms. Thu, 06 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070905_philipstorepurchaseshares.wpdPhilips today announced that it plans to repurchase around 15 million additional Philips shares on Euronext Amsterdam in 2007 in connection with cumulative obligations resulting from its existing long-term incentive and employee stock purchase programs.Wed, 05 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070903_philips_ceo_calls_on_asean_government.wpdAddressing the BusinessWeek ASEAN Symposium on Access to Healthcare in Kuala Lumpur, President and CEO of Royal Philips Electronics, Gerard Kleisterlee, today pressed public and private sector leaders to urgently come together to remove barriers to providing access to quality healthcare. Mon, 03 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/20070831_rudyprovoost_keynotespeech_ifa2007.wpdPhilips addressing healthier lifestyles today and for tomorrowFri, 31 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/20070830_rudyprovoost_pressconference_speech_ifa2007.wpdReinventing Television ViewingThu, 30 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070830_rudyprovoost_openingkeynoteifa2007.wpdPhilips will put the twin interests of wellness and pleasure at the heart of its consumer lifestyle approach, Rudy Provoost, Executive Vice-President, Royal Philips Electronics and Chief Executive Officer, Philips Consumer Electronics, will outline today in the opening keynote speech of IFA 2007.Thu, 30 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070830_launchofaurea.wpdPhilips is to redefine the home entertainment experience with the launch at IFA 2007 as the centerpiece of Philips' 2007 consumer electronics lineup, a totally unique television - Aurea.Thu, 30 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070829_instituteofhealthsciences.wpdPhilips and the Institute of Health Sciences (IHS) today announced an agreement to establish a joint research laboratory within the IHS in Shanghai, China. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20070828_one_millionth_digital_photoframe.wpdPhilips celebrates the production of its millionth Digital PhotoFrame by announcing a special presentation exclusive to IFA 2007.Tue, 28 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070827_acquisition_color_kinetics.wpdPhilips today announced it has completed its acquisition of Color Kinetics Incorporated, a leader in designing and marketing innovative lighting systems based on Light Emitting Diode (LED) technology. Mon, 27 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/articles/2007/birds_lighting_nam.wpdNAM and Philips help birds migrate safely across North SeaFri, 24 Aug 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/global_green_survey.wpdPhilips involved in new global survey which shows “green” construction costs dramatically lower than believedFri, 24 Aug 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/20070824_bird_lighting.wpdPhilips and NAM (Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij) have developed a new type of lighting, which radiates only a limited part of the colour spectrum. Due to the resulting unique colour, the lighting on offshore platforms less distracts birds during their migration across the North Sea. Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070823_cahsah.wpdPhilips and the California Association for Health Services at Home (CAHSAH) announced today that Philips has been awarded a group purchasing organization (GPO) contract for telehealth products and services. CAHSAH is the leading statewide home care association in the U.S., representing more than 400 providers in California, and has selected Philips Consumer Healthcare Solutions as a GPO telehealth vendor for remote patient monitoring services.Thu, 23 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070816_25th_anniversary_cd.wpdExactly 25 years ago tomorrow, on August 17, 1982, Philips manufactured the world's first Compact Disc at a Philips factory in Langenhagen, just outside of Hanover, Germany. Thu, 16 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/acquisition_ximis.wpdPhilips Electronics and XIMIS Inc. today announced that Philips will acquire XIMIS Inc., a provider of a next generation Radiology Information System (RIS).Thu, 16 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/lumiramic.wpdPhilips Lumileds’ Lumiramic™ phosphor technology will deliver significantly simpler white color binning making luminaire design and manufacture easier.Tue, 07 Aug 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/100million_luxeon.wpdPhilips Lumileds delivers more than 100 million units of LUXEON® Flash and enables quality imaging from camera phonesWed, 01 Aug 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/20070730_global_interbrand_ranking.wpdPhilips announced today Philips was one of the ten fastest-growing brands in terms of total brand value in the 2007 ranking of the top-100 global brands as compiled by leading brand consultant Interbrand. In this year’s ranking, the total estimated value* of the Philips brand increased by 15% to USD 7.7 billion, from USD 6.7 billion in 2006. Following this fourth consecutive increase in brand value in the annual Interbrand ranking, Philips is now ranked the 42nd most valuable brand in the world, compared with place 48 last year.Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/pr_cfl_duties.wpdElimination of duties on Chinese CFLs will increase european competitiveness and benefit consumers and the environmentTue, 24 Jul 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/articles/2007/cosmopolis_case_study.wpdProject case studies for energy efficient and CO2 saving street lighting installationsTue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15809.wpdPhilips announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2007. The company reported strong growth in operating profit (EBITA) of 34% and significant average sales growth of 6% at its high-margin divisions.Mon, 16 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15809.wpdPhilips announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2007. The company reported strong growth in operating profit (EBITA) of 34% and significant average sales growth of 6% at its high-margin divisions.Mon, 16 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15810.wpdPhilips looks back on a successful and inspiring Live Earth weekend.Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/intuos_smart_led_system.wpdNew low energy Intuos Smart LED System benefits OEMs with easy, flexible installationFri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/a_simple_switch.wpdNew figures from Philips show an achievable 40% (DOUBLING) reduction on lighting energy use across the worldFri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15808.wpdPhilips was informed yesterday that MedQuist Inc. announced the filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of its Form 10-K Annual Report for the year ended December 31, 2005Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/article-15158.wpdHow to make sustainability truly sustain in the 21st century, the corporate viewThu, 05 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15807.wpdPhilips today announced its global asimpleswitch.com consumer campaign showing that solutions for reducing energy consumption can be simple and actionable without compromising on quality of life.Wed, 04 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15806.wpdPhilips today announced it has sold its controlling stake in Ommic S.A.S. to Financière Victoire SAS of France for an undisclosed amount.Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15803.wpdPhilips today notified the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (Autoriteit Financiële Markten or 'AFM') that the company's holding in Philips shares has exceeded 5 percent of Philips' total issued shares.Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/805.wpdPhilips launches the Philips AVENT maker’s mark to bring new innovation to the mother and child care categoryThu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15805.wpdPhilips launches the new Philips AVENT co-brand for its mother and child care line of business following the acquisition of AVENT in September 2006. The acquisition marked the start of a new and exciting era in mother and child care; one that combines the strengths of two unique brands to bring meaningful innovation to the category.Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15804.wpdFrom June 28 onwards, visitors to the Efteling, the largest theme park in the Netherlands, can experience an astonishing new form of visual magic.Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/hofvijver.wpdPhilips LED lighting for Hofvijver fountain combines dynamic effects and 90% energy savings.Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15802.wpdThe University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) and Philips have developed a computer aided diagnosis (CAD) system for neurodegenerative diseases to support clinicians in diagnosing the onset and type of disease as early as possible.Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/color_kinetics.wpdPhilips to acquire Color Kinetics to strengthen leading position in LED lighting systems, components and technologiesTue, 19 Jun 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15801.wpdPhilips today announced it has reached an agreement with Color Kinetics Incorporated (NASDAQ: CLRK) under which Philips will acquire all of the outstanding shares of Color Kinetics for USD 34 per share, or a total consideration of approximately EUR 592 million to be paid in cash upon completion.Tue, 19 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15797.wpdPhilips announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Vancouver, Canada-based TIR Systems Ltd, a leading company in Solid State Lighting (SSL) technology for products that generate high quality white light.Fri, 08 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/article-15799.wpdSpeech Gerard Kleisterlee at INSEAD Conference about European CompetitivenessFri, 08 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15795.wpdPhilips and VMI-Sistemas Medicos (VMI) have announced Philips will acquire VMI, a Brazilian imaging diagnostic company based in Minas Gerais, Brazil. Through this acquisition, Philips will become a leader in general x-ray in Brazil.Tue, 05 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15792.wpdAmsterdam, the Netherlands – Today, at a meeting with investors and financial analysts, Philips will update the market on its Medical Systems division – the foundation of Philips’ professional healthcare business.Thu, 31 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15793.wpdPhilips today announced it will sell its Power Solutions business to Bobinados de Transformadores, S.L. ("Bobitrans") of Spain for an undisclosed amount.Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/extends_portfolio.wpdPhilips extends portfolio of LED luminaires for outdoor and indoor applicationsWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/future_leds.wpdLEDs - How and when will they grow the general lighting markets.Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/cpl_event.wpdPhilips unveils city.people.light concepts for sustainable cities and response to climate changeWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/pl_r_eco.wpdThe most energy-efficient CFL downlight ever invented; Philips MASTER PL-R Eco produces the same light for half the energy.Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/articles/2007/transitions.wpdPhilips launches new European road show to demonstrate creative potential of new architectural lighting solutionsWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/articles/2007/ambiscene_barcelona.wpdPhilips AmbiScene - healthcare lighting concept applied in Barcelona Hospital.Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/article-15790.wpdSpeech Theo van Deursen at City.People.Light and Transitions on the Move eventWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15788.wpdPhilips unveils City.People.Light concepts for sustainable cities and response to climate changeWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15789.wpdAt the Rotterdam forum, Philips will unveil the findings of its city.people.light research project. Originally started 10 years ago to investigate the importance of lighting in urban life, its most recent results are visionary and groundbreaking.Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15790.wpdSpeech Theo van Deursen at City.People.Light and Transitions on the Move eventWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15811.wpdLive Earth photo'sWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2214.wpdRobots take to the football field!Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2235.wpdResearch into women's impact on technologyWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2250.wpdNike/Philips Partnership Delivers TechnologyWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2261.wpdLighting up New TechnologiesWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2266.wpdPhilips on DisplayWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2402.wpd21st Century Medicine: Healthcare Gets PersonalWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2407.wpdPhilips' Second Quarter Results 2002Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2432.wpdA Case of Classic DesignWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2441.wpdPhilips Wins Top TV and DVD recording HonorsWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2454.wpdHow Technology can Revitalize the EconomyWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2462.wpdPhilips in AsiaWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2491.wpdCooperating for Consumer BenefitWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2499.wpdOutlining the Digital Rights DebateWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2513.wpdLighting the Path of the FutureWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2515.wpdGerard Kleisterlee Visits MIT's Project OxygenWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2519.wpdPhilips and the Connected HomeWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2528.wpdPhilips Raising Awareness About Cardiac ArrestWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2559.wpdWinning in TelevisionWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2571.wpdPhilips' Third Quarter Results 2002Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2594.wpdManufacturing Locally, Innovating GloballyWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2607.wpdMore than a Game!Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2636.wpdStrategic Look: Philips in AsiaWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2694.wpdPhilips' Annual Results 2002Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2003/article-2714.wpdCE’s New CEO Takes on the 'Connected Home'Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2003/article-2736.wpdPhilips and KPN Sign Broadband AllianceWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2003/article-2740.wpdPhilips launches first sustainability reportWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2003/article-2751.wpdPhilips enters furniture industry with CappelliniWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2003/article-2769.wpdPhilips' First Quarter Results 2003Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2003/article-2921.wpdNew Asia head tours regionWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2003/article-2938.wpdPhilips' Second Quarter ResultsWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2003/article-3014.wpdNexperia enables the World of the Connected ConsumerWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2210.wpdGerard Kleisterlee Meets Michael Dell to Discuss Global AllianceWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2213.wpdImproving the Football ExperienceWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/archive/news2002/article-2196.wpdTaking your home on the roadWed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15788.wpdPhilips today unveiled the results of its city.people.light2007 research, carried out with leading architects, lighting designers and urban planners.Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15786.wpdToday, Gerard Kleisterlee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Philips, will be giving a presentation at the Electrical Products Group 2007 Annual Spring Conference organized by Morgan Stanley in Longboat Key, Florida, USA, in which he will update the market on Philips’ continuing transformation into a healthcare, lifestyle and technology company.Tue, 22 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15787.wpdPhilips and Live Earth have announced Philips' global partnership with Live Earth in the campaign to combat global warming.Tue, 22 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/saves_polar_bear.wpdPhilips launches “Save the polar bear” promotion based on energy efficient TL5 lighting solutions. For each lamp sold Philips will make a donation to WWF.Mon, 21 May 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/live_earth.wpdPhilips announces global partnership with Live EarthMon, 21 May 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15796.wpdPhilips has announced a major, WWF supported, pan-european campaign to boost the uptake of energy efficient MASTER TL5 fluorescent lighting solutions.Mon, 21 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15785.wpdPhilips today announced that its secondary offering of 1.2 billion common shares in the form of American Depositary Shares ('ADSs') in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. ("TSMC") has been priced at USD 10.68 per ADS.Fri, 18 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/press/2007/connects_c_led.wpdPhilips Lighting connects continentsThu, 10 May 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/lighting/news/articles/2007/connects_continents.wpdPhilips Lighting connects continentsThu, 10 May 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15784.wpdPhilips Automotive Lighting North America has been selected as the recipient of the 2007 Frost & Sullivan Product Innovation Award.Thu, 10 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15776.wpdPhillips has launched its latest brand campaign showcasing its consumer-centric and simplicity solutions for caring for health and wellbeing. The new three-month campaign commencing in May 2007 offers a range of simplicity solutions that empower consumers, particularly families, to manage their health and wellbeing, underscoring the company’s deep consumer knowledge and insights which sets Philips apart in the healthcare industry.Wed, 09 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15781.wpdPhilips Shavers today announced it has produced its 500 millionth electric shaver. Philips Shavers, the world leader in the electric shaving category, has 68 years of heritage in developing world-class shavers and also owns the accolade of inventing rotary shaving.Wed, 09 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15780.wpdPhilips and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd (TAIEX: 2330, NYSE: TSM) today jointly announced that TSMC has filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with an offering of TSMC shares held by Philips.Tue, 08 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15783.wpdPhilips, Coding Technologies and Linear Acoustic, have announced the availability of a new professional broadcasting hardware/software solution based on MPEG Surround.Mon, 07 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15775.wpdFollowing the announcement of a EUR 1.63 billion share repurchase program over a second trading line on Euronext Amsterdam on January 9, 2007, Royal Philips today announced it has recently received further guidance from the fiscal authorities in the Netherlands on certain criteria under which investors will be able to participate in the program.Thu, 03 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15774.wpdPhilips has today introduced a new consumer logo for its environmentally friendly and safe consumer product range -- The Philips Green logo. This new logo allows consumers to easily identify products that have significantly better energy efficiency than the nearest competitor products in the same category as well as having other environmental benefits such as the use of flame retardant materials.Thu, 03 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/news/publications/200705_energy_management.wpdClimate change is one of the most pressing challenges of our time and energy effi ciency is one essential answer to this challenge. As the number one lighting company in the world, Philips is taking the lead in changing the lighting industry and promoting the development and adoption of energy effi cient lighting solutions. Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:01 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15771.wpdLinking the continents of Asia and Europe, the Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul now has a new decorative illumination with state-of-the-art LED systems from Philips.Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15772.wpdPhilips has announced its continued support of Team of Physicians for Students (TOPS) annual sports physicals event in Phoenix, Arizona, to help uncover heart conditions that may lead to sudden cardiac death (SCD).Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15773.wpdPhilips today presented the second Royal Philips "Partners for Growth" Global Supplier Awards, part of its "Partners for Growth" strategic supplier relationship management program.Thu, 26 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15760.wpdPhilips announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2007. The company reported strong growth in operating profit (EBITA) of 27% and a significant increase in net profit.Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15760.wpdPhilips announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2007. The company reported strong growth in operating profit (EBITA) of 27% and a significant increase in net profit.Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15766.wpdPhilips today announced that Philips will acquire US-based Digital Lifestyle Outfitters (DLO) subject to receipt of regulatory approval. DLO designs, markets and distributes accessories, including docking stations, FM transmitters, cables and cases for mobile audio-visual devices such as MP3 and video players.Fri, 13 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15762.wpdPhilips and Health Watch Holdings, Inc. today announced Philips will acquire Health Watch, a US-based, privately-held provider of personal emergency response services, for approximately USD 130 million in cash. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2007.Tue, 10 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15761.wpdPhilips today announced that on March 31 the company completed the sale of its remaining Mobile Phone activities to China Electronics Corporation (CEC). CEC will take over responsibility for Philips’ Mobile Phones business, which had sales in the first quarter of 2007 of approximately EUR 55 million compared to sales of approximately EUR 100 million in the first quarter of 2006.Fri, 06 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15767.wpdItaly's first ever Ambient Experience suite recently opened its doors at Parma University Hospital.Tue, 03 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15756.wpdPhilips announced today that it will be one of the two main sponsors of the Hermitage Amsterdam, commencing a five-year partnership from 1 March 2008.Mon, 02 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15757.wpdPhilips announced it has reappointed Carat International, a part of the Aegis Group, as its media strategy and buying agency.Mon, 02 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15754.wpdPhilips today announced that the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, held in Amsterdam on March 29, has approved the re-appointment of Mr. Gerard Kleisterlee, President & CEO, for four years, effective April 1, 2007.Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15752.wpdPhilips today announced that at its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, to be held in Amsterdam on March 29, Mr. Gerard Kleisterlee, President & CEO, and Mr. Pierre-Jean Sivignon, Chief Financial Officer, will elaborate on the financial results for 2006, which the company reported on January 22, 2007.Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15751.wpdPhilips will be holding its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders at the Hotel Okura on the Ferdinand Bolstraat in Amsterdam, on Thursday, March 29.Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15752.wpdPhilips elaborates on financial performance during General Meeting of ShareholdersThu, 29 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15753.wpdSpeech Gerard Kleisterlee Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, Amsterdam, March 29, 2007Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15754.wpdPhilips General Meeting of Shareholders approves re-appointment of management, Supervisory Board members and proposal for dividend payment in 2007Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/news/article-15755.wpdSpeech Gerard Kleisterlee Algemene Vergadering van Aandeelhouders, Amsterdam, 29 maart 2007Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/article-15753.wpdSpeech Gerard Kleisterlee Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, Amsterdam, March 29, 2007Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15750.wpdRamada Jarvis Hotels has unveiled the latest Flat TV based advanced entertainment and internet platform across 43 UK hotels, delivering the ultimate in-room guest experience to 5,200 rooms.Tue, 27 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/speechespublications/article-15749.wpdEnergy Management as a Challenge for CEOs in the 21st CenturyFri, 23 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15748.wpdFusing lifestyle, technology and fashion, Philips announced today a new partnership with the world famous crystal and jewellery company Swarovski. The alliance combines Philips leadership in bringing innovative consumer lifestyle electronics products with Swarovski’s expertise in creating fashion crystal jewellery and handbags collections to produce meaningful fashionable accessories for women.Thu, 22 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15739.wpdPhilips has revealed some of its new design explorations as part of the 2007 Philips Simplicity Event. The concepts, which form the ‘Next Simplicity’ area of the event, are a demonstration of the company’s vision to deliver simplicity-led design, to improve the quality of life and contribute to a healthy lifestyle, in three to five years time.Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400http://www.newscenter.philips.com/main/standard/about/news/press/article-15736.wpdPhilips previews new products at Asia's 2007 Simplicity EventWed, 14 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400<