Since our foundation in 1897, based on electric wire and cable manufacturing technologies, we have conducted our original research and development and strenuously strived for the establishment of new businesses. These efforts have allowed us to create new products and new technologies, as well as diversify our business fields. Currently, we operate our businesses on a global basis in the following five segments: Environment & Energy; Information & Communications; Automotive; Electronics; and Industrial Materials. Currently, Sumitomo Electric Group has more than 400 companies worldwide, including 98 group companies in China, with more than 40,000 employees.