Workforce

As of September 30, 2009, the RWE Group employed 70,990 people (if converted to full-time positions), 43 % of whom worked outside Germany. The labour force expanded by 5,082 employees, or 8 %, compared with December 31, 2008. Acquisitions added 4,958 staff members. The single-largest effect came from the fact that Essent was consolidated for the first time (+4,298). RWE npower’s acquisition of the Superior Plumbing Installation Group, which specialises in electricity, gas and water installations, added to the expansion of the workforce (+480). Operating changes resulted in a net addition of 124 positions. Recruitment activity was especially strong at RWE Power and RWE Innogy. This resulted from the rise in capital expenditure, among other things.