SAN DIEGO, CA – March 15, 2011 – Graphite Design International, maker of some of the most widely played premium golf shafts on the PGA TOUR, announced today that Graphite Design Japan has suffered no injuries or major damages as a result of the earthquake and tsunami. The company is located about 1.5 hours north of Tokyo in Chichibu, Saitama Japan.
“We are thankful that no injuries, death or major damages occurred at Graphite Design Japan,” said Tak Yamada, VP of Sales & Marketing, Graphite Design International. “At the same time, we are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and devastation that have resulted from these disasters and our thoughts and prayers go out to all who have suffered losses.”
About Graphite Design
Graphite Design, established in Japan in 1989 and in the U.S. in 1997, is the industry leader in shaft technology and the preferred brand for golf professionals worldwide. One of the world’s three largest golf-club shaft manufacturers, the company made its mark manufacturing premium shafts for golf’s major OEMs, Graphite Design Tour AD shafts continue to be preferred by top club makers the world over while the company’s other models are extremely popular among avid and occasional golfers.
Revolutionary technology, design and sourcing the most advanced materials are trademarks in all Graphite Design shafts, making them the highest quality performance shafts on the market. Validating the company’s “AD” logo, all of Graphite Design’s PGA Tour-proven shafts specifically promote “Accuracy and Distance” and these key competitive advantages are helping professional and amateur golfers optimize their games after switching to Graphite Design shafts. For more information about Graphite Design, call 888.707.6132, e-mail info@gdintl.com, or visit www.gdintl.com.
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