Since the early 1970s, Corning Incorporated has collaborated with its Korean customers to propel display and cover glass technologies forward, making possible advancements like LCD and OLED televisions, monitors, laptops, tablets and mobile phones.
Now the company plans to deepen its commitment to the region, and over the next five years will continue investing in developing advanced materials and expanding manufacturing capabilities. For example, Corning Precision Materials in Asan, Korea, recently established a next-generation production line and the world’s first fully integrated supply chain for ultra-thin bendable glass.
“Our latest innovations will enable advanced mobile device designs and automotive displays, making Korea a hub for ultra-thin bendable glass manufacturing,” said Wendell P. Weeks, Corning’s chairman and chief executive officer. “Korea’s commitment to high-tech growth, talented people and supportive government have accelerated Corning’s collaboration with our valued Korean customers and partners like Samsung.”
Corning’s investments in Korea align with emerging market trends, including: next-generation consumer electronics and semiconductors; high-speed connectivity and wireless networks; cleaner, safer and more connected vehicles; and the world’s most comprehensive line of life-saving drug discovery and delivery tools for biotechnology research.
“Corning will continue to thrive thanks to our more than 3,000 talented and dedicated employees in Korea, our forward-thinking partners and our local supporters in communities where we operate,” said Weeks. “Working together, I am confident that our greatest contributions lie ahead.”