How our Group is organised
The Group is segmented into five business divisions, each with a clear strategy and direction to achieve value for our
shareholders. We are focused on delivering technology, products and services to markets where we see the greatest opportunities
for growth and profit.
Markets where we see the greatest opportunity are:
Defence and aerospace
These markets are growth opportunities for the Components and IMS divisions, which offer electronic components, connectors and
cable assemblies, magnetics, microelectronic modules, semiconductors, optoelectronics and manufacturing services to original
equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and their suppliers.
Medical
Although modest in terms of revenue in 2009, the medical market is a growth sector for the Components, Sensors and IMS divisions which
offer precision resistors, optical and potentiometric sensors, microcircuits and assembly services to customers.
Automotive
The automotive market remains important for the Components and Sensors divisions with applications including steering sensors,
crank and camshaft sensors, chassis height sensors, electrical throttle control sensors and temperature and pressure sensors.
Industrial
The Group sells into numerous diverse segments within the industrial market with a focus on specific applications where our
broad technology and design capabilities enable us to provide innovative solutions.
Divisions
Our divisional structure enables organic growth to be delivered by bringing together our strong underlying businesses, technologies and
customers.
Components
Speciality and custom passive components, optoelectronics, microelectronic modules, semiconductor products, connectors and harnesses.
Sensors
Highly engineered custom sensor solutions for specific transportation and industrial applications.
Integrated Manufacturing Services (IMS)
Outsourced manufacturing and supply chain solutions for customers with lower volume, complex build and assembly electronic products.
Secure Power
Secure Power solutions including generator sets, uninterruptible power supplies and service for customers’ critical power requirements worldwide.
General Industrial
Manufacturing and distribution operations serving a range of market sectors with a variety of products and services.
