A brief history Schneider Electric has a rich history that spans almost 190 years. The company was founded in 1836 by the Schneider brothers, who took over an iron foundry in Le Creusot, France. It initially specialised in the production of steel and heavy machinery. The company later chose to focus its efforts on the…

A brief history Reckitt has origins dating back to 1840 when Isaac Reckitt bought a starch factory in Hull, East Yorkshire. Its first product was laundry starch, but the company wasted no time introducing new products and opening offices in other countries. Reckitt went public in 1888 and by the early twentieth century, it had…

Telstra is Australia’s largest telecommunications company and it has an international footprint to connect with the world. The company provides a wide range of connectivity solutions to wholesale, commercial and retail customers, and has the most recognised brand in its markets. Following a decade of disruption caused by development of the National Broadband Network (NBN),…

Rentokil Initial is a global company with leading market positions and recognisable brands Approximately 65% of revenues are contributed by its Pest Control business, with the remainder coming from its Hygiene & Wellbeing (20-25%) and France Workwear (10-15%) operations New products developed by Rentokil Initial are more environmentally friendly Rentokil Initial traces its origins back…

Today, Fletcher Building is dual listed on the New Zealand and Australian stock exchanges and operates six divisions Almost half of Fletcher Building’s New Zealand revenues (which equates to about 30% of the group overall) are derived from residential housing While the company has done a good job of refocusing the business, there are many…