VALHALLA, NY, Nov 16 (MARKET WIRE) --
Fujifilm today announced that effective January 1, 2010 it is creating a
new organization, FUJIFILM North America Corporation, which will merge
FUJIFILM U.S.A., Inc. and FUJIFILM Graphic Systems U.S.A. Inc. FUJIFILM
Canada Inc. will become a subsidiary of the new company as of April 1,
2010.
"The creation of this unified organization will enable us to build a
stronger presence in the North American markets and realize greater
collaboration between businesses," said Ryutaro Hosoda, President FUJIFILM
Holdings America Corporation. "Most important, it will allow us to serve
our customers even more effectively and efficiently by taking full
advantage of the skills and knowledge of our people."
FUJIFILM North America will bring together five operating divisions: photo
imaging products including digital photo processing equipment and services
supplying commercial and consumer customers; graphic systems products and
services supplying the printing industry; consumer digital cameras; motion
picture films; and the Canada Division (which operates as FUJIFILM Canada
Inc.) and markets multiple Fujifilm products.
About Fujifilm
FUJIFLM Holdings America Corporation is the holding company for U.S.-based
Fujifilm companies operating in 32 states and engaged in the research,
development, manufacture, sale and service of Fujifilm products. The
company serves a broad spectrum of U.S. industries including life
sciences, electronic, chemical, graphic arts, information systems, motion
picture, broadcast, and photography.
FUJIFILM Corporation was among the top 15 companies around the world
granted U.S. patents in 2008. In the year ended March 31, 2009, the
company had global revenues of $24.8 billion. Fujifilm companies
everywhere support a global commitment to environmental stewardship and
good corporate citizenship.
CONTACT:
Camilla Jenkins
Fujifilm
914.789.8529
cjenkins@fujifilm.com
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