In 1951 (Showa 26), Shimadzu Corporation established an international trade department, and began to increase the number of exports to the United States and other global markets. Then in 1963, the first post-war overseas branch office was established in New York City. Next, sales offices were opened in quick succession in San Francisco, Germany, and other locations, thereby establishing the basis for today’s global network.
In the 1970s, Shimadzu increased its ties with China and countries in the Middle East. Exports to Singapore, Moscow, and other markets followed, increasing Shimadzu’s export rate to 25% by 1984 (Showa 59).
Increasing development led to products that have had a major influence on modern production. These include turbomolecular pumps and DNA sequencers, products which firmly established Shimadzu’s position as a technological leader.
In 1992 (Heisei 4), Shimadzu instituted a management principal of “Realizing Our Wishes for the Well-being of both Mankind and the Earth.” This established a policy of corporate contribution to people and to the planet.