Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.
Company Outline
President's Greeting



II would like to express my sincere appreciation for your patronage and support of Sumitomo Bakelite and its global business activities.

More than 100 years have passed since the world saw the birth of the plastics industry. From the beginning we have dedicated ourselves to taking a leading role in the ongoing development and advancement of the plastics industry. In its early history plastic was found to be an effective material as an electrical insulator. From those humble beginnings plastics has grown to be an indispensable material used in a variety of applications including; semiconductors, telecommunications, electronics, automotive, medical, food packaging and more.

Nanotechnology is an exciting scientific advancement that has opened new doors and unlimited potential in the plastics industry. Our mission is one of complete dedication to identifying, developing, and providing products and services that fit the needs of our customers. I am certain that as we fulfill our mission this will ensure our business growth as well as the business growth of our customers. With our customers, we look forward to many more years of development and discovery in plastics to the worldwide benefit of all.

As we rapidly expand globally, our continued focus will be one of corporate ethics and responsibility. Therefore, we strive to be in compliance with all laws, rules and regulations in our domestic and international business activities. Likewise, we will continue our keen interest in environmental conservation. We will leverage our expertise in the plastics industry to the development of eco-friendly products and technologies with a view to contributing to the sustainable development of the communities in which we operate.

In summary, the management policies of Sumitomo Bakelite Company are aligned with the following:
  • Expansion and growth of three core businesses: (1) Semiconductors/Electronic Circuits; (2) High Performance Plastics; and (3) Quality of Life Related products.
  • Excellent Customer Satisfaction
  • Enrichment of consolidated management including internationalization
  • Commitment to environmental and social responsibility
It is my responsibility, and privilege, to direct the energies and knowledge of our global organization in fulfilling our mission and corporate objectives.

We would appreciate your continued support and patronage.
December, 2005
President

Tomitaro Ogawa