back cover front flap introduction by the chief executive 1 chairman s statement 2 3 divisional reviews electronics 8 ceramics 12 precious metals 14 finance director review 16 five year summary 19 financial statements 20 auditors 21 board of directors 22 report 23 shareholder information 24 contentsfinancial cookson is an international materials technology group providing advanced equipment and enabling technologies to its customers worldwide comprises three divisions mission add value business processes services that allow them increase efficiency quality profitability their operations throughout world companies are known for supplying products represent best supported technical service employs 17 000 people in more than 35 countries selling over 100 sales current excess 0bn us 9bn headquartered london listed on stock exchange profile visit our website www cooksongroup co uk 2001 2000 ongoing 012m
