AGC Inc. (formerly Asahi Glass Co., Ltd.) Overview
Pro stress-test →AGC Inc. (formerly Asahi Glass Co., Ltd.) is a Japanese global glass manufacturing company, headquartered in Tokyo. The AGC Group takes pride in world-class core technologies in glass and fluorine chemistry, with a business portfolio spanning flat glass, automotive glass, display glass, electronics & energy, and chemicals divisions that achieve top global shares in multiple product fields.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →AGC is the world's leading maker of flat glass, specializing in glass for construction, solar, automotive and other applications. The AGC Group extends business into over 30 countries with regional pillars in Japan/Asia, Europe and North and South America, with approximately 50,000 group employees worldwide.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →AGC is the world's leading maker of flat glass and competes with major global glass manufacturers across architectural, automotive, and display applications. Competition exists from regional players in flat glass (notably in India and Southeast Asia) and diversified materials companies in specialty chemicals and electronic components. Strong brand portfolio and technical capabilities provide competitive advantages.
Industry Context
AGC Inc. (formerly Asahi Glass Co., Ltd.) operates in Glass Manufacturing / Materials Science.
Key facts
Founded: 1907 · Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan · Employees: ~50,000 · Revenue: $14.0B · Market cap: $7.77B