annual report 2002 toward a new synthesis of knowledge since its founding more than century ago toppan printing co ltd has grown steadily and become leader in japan s industry earned the trust customers by using product development skills which draw on advanced technologies planning marketing capa bilities are infused with customer first philosophy to provide high value added products services today group is making continued progress fundamen tal while taking advantage business opportuni ties as it expands operations fields information & networks living environment electronics personal service next generation company continues transition from an integrated communications future will continue reform operational structure accept challenges achieving strong growth creating for financial highlights 1 at glance 2 message management 4 interview president 6 11 history innovation technology 12 number one global markets color filters 14