BBC NEWS 24 143 17 Sep 13:46/59 ************ *************** ****** * *** *** ** ****** *** *********** ************ ************************** GERMAN COMPANY IN CHINA FLOOD GESTURE Daimler-Benz, Germany's largest industrial concern, has contributed £1.8m in cash and relief equipment to help people affected by China's floods.
"We are very sorry about the tragedy that has struck so many Chinese families," the chief executive of Daimler-Benz Northeast Asia said.
"We sincerely hope our donations will alleviate some of the suffering."
Daimler-Benz helicopters and lorries will also help rebuild some of the affected areas in the next few years. 2/5 Finance 200 Sport 300 Regional 500 Weather 400 Travel 430 TV 460