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NGK Leader Driving EnerCera Battery Business Named Finalist for Women Leaders in Electronics Awards 2026
Nagoya, Japan — March 25, 2026 — NGK INSULATORS, LTD. today announced that Chiori Suzuki, who leads global battery application development for its EnerCera lithium-ion rechargeable battery business, has been named a finalist for the Women Leaders in Electronics Awards 2026, presented by Electronics Weekly (UK), in the category of Management / Small Team Leader of the Year.
The award recognizes outstanding leadership by individuals who have demonstrated excellence in managing specialized teams and delivering measurable impact within the electronics industry.
Suzuki serves as Manager of Battery Applications within NGK’s New Value (NV) Business Development division, where she has played a central role in advancing the global commercialization of EnerCera, a next-generation lithium-ion rechargeable battery. EnerCera enables compact, high-performance, and energy-efficient solutions for emerging applications such as IoT devices and wearable electronics.
She has led cross-functional teams spanning Japan, the United States, and Europe, working closely with semiconductor manufacturers, electronics OEMs, and a wide range of partners—from large enterprises to startups—to accelerate the adoption and development of EnerCera-related technologies. Her selection as a finalist reflects her leadership in driving global business expansion, fostering inclusive and collaborative teams, and contributing to innovation in next-generation electronics.
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Comment from Chiori Suzuki
“I am honored to be named a finalist for the Women Leaders in Electronics Awards 2026. This recognition reflects the collective efforts of a diverse, global team working across regions and disciplines.
EnerCera represents a new frontier in enabling next-generation electronics, and we will continue to collaborate with partners worldwide to accelerate its adoption and create new value. I believe that diverse perspectives are essential to driving innovation, and I look forward to further contributing to the advancement of the electronics industry and the resolution of global challenges.”
NGK is committed to creating an environment where all employees can maximize their potential, regardless of background or gender. The company promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion as a key driver of innovation, while supporting both professional growth and workplace flexibility. Through these initiatives, NGK aims to strengthen its ability to address global challenges and deliver sustainable value through advanced materials and technologies.
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About NGK Insulators
NGK Insulators (NGK) is a leading company in the field of ceramics. Since its foundation in 1919, NGK has used its unique ceramic technology to provide numerous ground-breaking products that solve social issues. Today, NGK is active in more than 15 countries worldwide, with business foci including mobility, energy, IT and industry.
As one of the largest manufacturers of ceramic substrates for automotive catalytic converters, NGK is actively working to reduce the impact on the global environment.Under its medium- to long-term vision, “NGK Group Vision Road to 2050” looking ahead to 2050, the NGK Group is promoting a transformation of its business portfolio toward the Carbon Neutral (CN) and Digital Society (DS) fields. NGK’s advanced product lineup includes the "EnerCera" series — compact, thin, and high-energy-density lithium-ion rechargeable batteries that are essential for sustainable energy infrastructure. In addition, NGK has developed the Translucent Alumina Wafer, a key component that is gaining attention as an indispensable material for chiplet integration processes in semiconductor manufacturing.
Through providing innovative, high-quality products, NGK is committed to contributing to our society. In order to create a future where people can coexist with nature, we will continue to develop and provide products that support social infrastructure while preserving the environment.
