Mitsubishi Corporation (TSE:8058)(UK:MBC)(US:MSBHY) is one of the world s most diverse enterprises, and Japan s largest sogo shosha, or trading company. Mitsubishi Corporation has decades of experience doing business around the world, experience that has made it more than just a leader in international trade. The company s extensive network and wide-ranging activities give it a decisive edge in gathering the timely, accurate market information vital to success. The company s seven business groups New Business Initiative, IT & Electronics Business, Fuels, Metals, Machinery, Chemicals and Living Essentials work closely with clients to develop new business opportunities. Project coordination, sourcing of raw materials, capital investments and development of sales channels are just a few of the ways Mitsubishi Corporation creates value for business partners, customers and shareholders.
POSCO is an integrated steel producer in Korea. The Company produced approximately 32.8 million tons of crude steel, during the year ended December 31, 2007 (including 2.5 million tons of stainless steel), a substantial portion, of which was produced at Pohang Works and Gwangyang Works. Pohang Works has 15 million tons of annual crude steel and stainless steel production capacity, and Gwangyang Works has an annual crude steel production capacity of 18 million tons.