Dirk S.

NGK SPARK PLUG CO., LTD. is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in the manufacture and sale of automobile-related products, as well as semiconductor-related and ceramic-related products. The Company operates in two business segments. The Automobile-related segment manufactures and sells automobile parts including spark plugs, glow plugs, various automobile sensors and ceramic engine parts, among others. The Technical Ceramics-related segment is engaged in the manufacture and sale of integrated circuit (IC) packages and semiconductor components. This segment also manufactures and sells cutting instrument for machinery tools, and industrial ceramic products. In addition, the Company is also engaged in the sale of jigs and tools, the transportation business and the provision of social welfare services.