Annual Report and Accounts 2007Annual Report 2007

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Our Key Markets

Group Share of Turnover by Region

9 percent
32 percent
18.3 percent
41 percent
Asia Pacific
> 9 operating companies in 4 sub-regions
across 10 countries
> 6 warehouses
> Content in 3 local languages
> 60,000 locally stocked and up to 100,000
extended range products on offer
> e-Commerce 29% of total sales

RS delivers total quality assurance to Bayer in China

Bayer, a research-based global enterprise with core competencies in the fields of health care, nutrition and high-tech materials, hosts one of its largest supply centres for the Asia Pacific region in China.

For such a large chemical enterprise as Bayer, a small delay in the delivery of goods can result in significant delays in the development of products. RS’s bonded warehouse in Waigaoqiao, Pudong, guarantees timely supply of products.

RS carries products that meet Bayer’s high-end requirements and offers internationally recognised brands delivered with total quality assurance. The superior RS service standard ensures Bayer’s business runs smoothly.

17% Revenue Growth

Japan – RS Components helps drive Toyota Technical Development

Toyota Technical Development Corporation (TTDC is a member company of the Toyota Group) develops and supports Toyota’s technologies for safety and lowering environmental impact. The company develops Hybrid Engines, Electronic Control systems and Fuel Cells for mass production.

TTDC’s primary requirements are for electrical and electronic components including Resistors, DC/DC converters, PCB connectors and Capacitors. Toyota relies on RS as a key supplier because of its wide range of branded EEM components and guaranteed delivery which support TTDC’s technology development and business growth.