Bridgestone Corporation

Founded in Tokyo, Japan, in 1931, Bridgestone Corporation is a global manufacturer and seller of tires and a wide array of rubber products. The company operates through two primary divisions: Tires and Diversified Products. Its extensive tire offerings cater to a vast range of vehicles, including passenger cars, trucks, buses, as well as specialized machinery for construction, mining, agriculture, aircraft, motorcycles, and scooters. This segment also encompasses automotive components, retreading materials and services, vehicle maintenance and repair, tire raw materials, and other related merchandise. The Diversified Products division supplies a broad spectrum of goods such as vehicle components, polyurethane foam, high-precision electronic parts, industrial materials, civil engineering and construction equipment, commercial roofing materials, and sporting goods like golf equipment and bicycles, in addition to providing financial services. Bridgestone further offers specialized maintenance, IT, and sensing technology solutions for the mining, fleet, and agricultural sectors. The company maintains a significant international footprint, with operations spanning Japan, the United States, China, the Asia Pacific region, Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Africa, and Oceania.