Established in 1952, Sumitomo Corporation of America provides investment and financial services to businesses. It is an investor and business partner in more than 80 subsidiaries and affiliate companies. The company offers distribution, project and supply chain management, technology transfer, trade and transportation services. Through its suppliers, such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon and United Technologies, Sumitomo Corporation of America provides products for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company also offers products for the automotive and construction, chemical and plastic, media and electronics, real estate and transportation sectors. It is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation, which is one of Japan's leading integrated trading and investment business enterprises. Headquartered in New York City, Sumitomo Corporation of America maintains a location in Houston.