FRIXA CO., LTD.

I would like to thank our valued customers and business associates for the support and cooperation they have offered to Hankook Tire Co.,Ltd.
Today I am pleased to introduce Hanta M&B Co.,Ltd. a new company acquired recently by Hankook Tire Co.,Ltd.

The new company, a leading producer in non-asbestos friction material fields in Korea,is producing brake pad, lining, clutch facing, special brakes for industrial vehicles and equipment, as well as non-asbestos material, enjoying a goood reputation in this industry. Our newest product GRAMIS FS-01, a non-asbestos friction material for brake pads and linings, is widely recognized for its outstanding effectiveness and environment-friendly adaptability.

Hanta M&B is dedicated to improving the health and comfort of our customers well as the safety of automobiles and will continue to grow through intensive R&D investment and adoption of advanced technology to meet our customer's satisfacion. On behalf of Hanta M&B, I wish all of you success and prosperity.