No such thing as bad press: makers of lift used in Louvre theft launch ad campaign

Turning Infamy into Advertising Gold

A German company, Böcker Maschinenwerke, has launched an ad campaign referencing the Louvre theft, where their lift was used.

If you’re in a hurry….the Böcker Agilo carried your treasures up to 400kg at 42 m/min—quiet as a whisper thanks to its 230V electric motor.

Social media users are largely amused by the tongue-in-cheek approach, with over 40,000 likes and mixed responses.

Author's summary: Company uses notoriety to advertise.

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