· Product range described as a successful combination of functionality, structure and quality

The X-line accessory cases from Bosch Power Tools have won the Swiss Star Special Design Award. This is the second award in quick succession for the innovative sales packaging, which is used for power tool accessories. At the beginning of this month, the product range won the 2007 German Packaging Prize. Bosch offers different power tool accessory sets in this design, aimed at DIY enthusiasts.

The Bosch X-line range of carrying cases convinced the 15-strong jury with its design and robustness. The jury members described the carrying cases as "absolute high-tech products with optimum presentation of the contents by means of a distinctive X-shaped window". They also commented that the combination of functionality, structure and quality has been a complete success. Jury President Claude Müller said: "In this day and age, everybody wants genuine convenience packaging, which completely meets the demands of modern society and provides added value."

The attractively designed, sturdy and robust X-line set carrying cases are a real eye-catcher. They contain the accessories needed to perform small repairs around the house: drill bits for wood, metal, stone and screwdriver bits for all different types of screws. The compact arrangement of the tools makes them easy to manage and saves storage space.

For 50 years, the Swiss Star Packaging Prize has been awarded by the Swiss packaging institute SVI in Bern. It is one of the world's most coveted awards in the packaging industry. On this the 38th awarding of this prize, the participants submitted a total of 34 entries, once again representing the entire breadth of the packaging industry.

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology, some 275,000 associates generated sales of 38.2 billion euros in fiscal 2009. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its more than 300 subsidiaries and regional companies in over 60 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for growth. Each year, Bosch spends more than 3.5 billion euros for research and development, and applies for some 3,800 patents worldwide. With all its products and services, Bosch enhances the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial. The company was set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) as “Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering.” The special ownership structure of Robert Bosch GmbH guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant up-front investments in the safeguarding of its future. Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The majority of voting rights are held by Robert Bosch Industrietreuhand KG, an industrial trust. The entrepreneurial ownership functions are carried out by the trust. The remaining shares are held by the Bosch family and by Robert Bosch GmbH. Additional information can be accessed at www.bosch.com.

PI5949 - November 2007