IHS celebrates 50 years of inspiration, leading to 50 years of innovation and a company that offers customers information and insight to navigate a complex world.

The company opened its doors in 1959 as a cataloger of aerospace products for engineers. The technology used was microfiche – small pieces of film that held 100 pages of printed text. Revolutionary for its time. And it’s that spirit of innovation and commitment to the customer which is at the heart of IHS.

Fifty years later, IHS is a multi-billion dollar company with operations in more than 20 countries around the world. IHS is a leader in providing its customers from around the globe with critical information, insight and forecasting on energy, economic, security and environmental issues.

IHS gains its richness from the companies and people who have joined the business over the past 50 years. Companies such as Petroconsultants,
PI Dwights, CERA, Jane’s Information Group, Global Insight – and many more – 25 companies since IHS went public in 2005.

In celebration of our Golden Anniversary, IHS has designated 2009 as a year of ‘giving back.’ Through our Corporate Social Responsibility efforts, IHS will do its part to support the environment, economic and social issues facing IHS and the world today. 

At IHS, social responsibility is about improving the quality of life. It is not just a project or program, but rather an integral part of our values, incorporating teamwork, respect, innovation, integrity and accountability, and having a significant impact on how we conduct our business and make decisions, each and every day.

Together, we can work to create a better world for everyone.