Indesit is one of the leading European manufacturers and distributors of major domestic appliances (washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, fridges, freezers, cookers, hoods and ovens). It is the undisputed leader in major markets such as Italy, the UK and Russia. Founded in 1975 and listed on the Milan stock exchange since 1987, the Group posted sales of € 2.6 billion in 2009. Indesit Company has 16 production facilities (in Italy, Poland, the UK, Russia and Turkey) and 16,000 employees. The Group's main brands are Indesit, Hotpoint-Ariston and Scholtès. For more information, visit the company's Web site at www.indesitcompany.com or www.indesit.com or www.indesit.ru.