HOYA Corporation

Creating Opportunities

Over 60 years have passed since HOYA was founded in November 1941 as Japan's first specialty manufacturer of optical glass. HOYA has diversified into new business areas that exploit the potential of advanced optics technologies.

Global Player

The company has continued to grow as a global enterprise through the expansion of its diverse business activities, which encompass electro-optics, photonics, vision care, healthcare and crystal products. The Hoya Group has 59 consolidated subsidiaries and four affiliated companies in 28 countries and regions under the control of the global headquarter in Japan. Regionally, including the respective regional headquarters, there are 7 companies and 37 bases in Japan, 30 companies and 40 bases in Asia, 16 companies and 25 bases in Europe, and 11 companies and 28 bases in North America (as of April 30, 2005)

Corporate Mission

HOYA will continue to maximize its corporate value for the benefit of all stakeholders in the company in accordance with the following corporate mission: "We will pursue creativity and innovation in the field of Information Technology, Healthcare, and Lifestyle Refinement, and contribute to creating a truly prosperous society, while promoting harmony among humankind, society, and nature."

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