Ensto remains confident in uncertain times

Success in international traditional and Smart Grid businesses

The biggest market areas for Ensto were Finland and other Nordic countries that together accounted for nearly half of the turnover. Other EU countries, especially France, created business worth of 37 per cent of the turnover and Russia and the former CIS countries grew substantially.

The biggest strategic business unit, Ensto Utility Networks, grew extensively. Enstos position in the utility business in France and other French speaking countries was enforced. Other growth areas included Norway, Russia, Poland and Kazakhstan. The success in Russia was partly due to the cooperation agreement between Ensto and IDGC Holding. In the agreement, both parties agreed to develop the Russian distribution grid to be more reliable.

The sales of both building technology and industrial business units remained at the same level as in the previous year. Inside the business units, there were strong growth areas such as heat recovery systems, LED-lighting and heating solutions in Russia. New solutions for electric vehicle charging and ATEX enclosing solutions to hazardous environments were also well-received.

Forecasts brightened gradually

With a relatively positive result, Ensto is facing the future with confidence. Year 2012 still seems to be highly volatile but there is more reason for optimism compared to the situation forecasted a few months ago. Ensto will strengthen its position as the expert in energy efficiency with emphasis on product development and sustainable business opportunities.