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As a world leader in the refining and distribution of gold and platinum, Johnson Matthey makes precious metals even more so. The company is the sole marketing agent for Anglo American Platinum (Amplats), the world's largest platinum producer. Founded in 1817, the firm has used its metals expertise to branch into hi-tech fields such as catalytic systems, ceramics, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals. A world leader in the production of pollution-reducing automotive catalytic converters, Johnson Matthey also makes industrial catalytic systems and process catalysts. The colors and coatings unit makes colors, glazes, and liquid precious metals for glass and ceramic items. Johnson Matthey has operations in 34 countries.
COMPETITION |
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW |
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Fiscal Year-End: March
2000 Sales (mil.): 6,153.90
1-Yr. Sales Growth: 12.7%
Employees: 6,238
Revenue per employee: $986,518.11
KEY PEOPLE |
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C. R. N. Clark
CEO
John N. Sheldrick
CFO
CONTACT INFO |
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2-4 Cockspur St., Trafalgar Sq.
London SW1Y 5BQ, United Kingdom
Phone: 44-20-7269-8400
Fax: 44-20-7269-8433
Online: Web Site
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