NNG
Not many leading technology firms have emerged from Hungary, but navigation firm NNG is certainly bucking the trend.
Robin Li, Baidu
Robin Li is the Chairman and CEO of China’s most popular internet search engine, Baidu.
ASML Holding
ASML is a Dutch company headquartered in Veldhoven, and is known as the world’s largest supplier of photolithography systems for the semiconductor industry.
Samsung
South Korea’s leading conglomerate, Samsung, has grown to become one of the biggest technology manufacturers in the world.
ACS
The result of years of negotiation between Brazil and Ukraine, Alcantara Cyclone Space (ACS) is preparing for the launch of the Cyclone IV satellite carrier rocket from its base in the northern coast of Brazil.
Google has become the world’s most recognisable online search engine brand, with the mission statement: “Organise the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful.”
Fujio Mitarai, Canon
Fujio Mitarai is Chairman and CEO of Japanese optical products organisation, Canon.
Microsoft
Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft is probably the best-known computer company worldwide – and one of the most valuable. Microsoft produces a wide range of computing software, hardware, and other computer services.
Apple
The most successful company in history: In 15 years Apple has emerged from near bankruptcy to become the most desirable brand in the world, with the unique ability to move consumers with every new release.