Corporate Governance

Today, Sumitomo Bakelite is witnessing dynamic changes in operating conditions in Japan and overseas. To sustain its corporate growth in such an environment, Sumitomo Bakelite must continue to meet the expectations of its stakeholders without fail. To this end, the Company believes that it is indispensable to constantly improve management transparency and promote socially correct corporate management, and this belief is the very foundation of our corporate governance. The Business Philosophy of Sumitomo Bakelite states: "Our philosophy is to value trust and maintain stability. Based on this, we strive through our business activities to make contributions to social progress and improvements to the quality of life worldwide." By always embracing this philosophy, the Sumitomo Bakelite Group is continuing to enhance its corporate governance, thereby gaining global recognition as a socially responsible corporate group.