Berlin Packaging Expands to Japan with Acquisition of Nissho Jitsugyo
Berlin Packaging, the world's largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier®, has expanded its presence in the Asia-Pacific region by acquiring Nissho Jitsugyo Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese packaging supplier. Founded in 1965, Nissho provides a broad range of glass and plastic packaging solutions to various sectors, including food and beverage, beauty, personal care, and healthcare. This acquisition allows Berlin Packaging to leverage Nissho's deep market knowledge and established customer base across Japan while enhancing its global supply chain and service offerings. The move aligns with Berlin's strategy to deliver innovative, sustainable packaging solutions worldwide, retaining all Nissho employees, management, and locations.
William Carlin
06 Sep 2024 3:14 PM
Expansion Strengthens Presence in Asia-Pacific Region and Enhances Global Packaging Solutions
Berlin Packaging, the world's largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier®, has announced its acquisition of Nissho Jitsugyo Co., Ltd. (“Nissho”), a leading supplier of packaging products and services in Japan. This strategic move expands Berlin Packaging's footprint in the Asia-Pacific region and provides new opportunities for customers worldwide.
About Nissho Jitsugyo
Founded in 1965 in Osaka, Japan, Nissho offers an extensive range of packaging solutions, including glass and plastic products sourced from high-quality local manufacturers. Serving thousands of customers across various sectors such as food and beverage, beauty, personal care, and healthcare, Nissho operates multiple locations throughout eastern, western, and southern Japan. The company is recognized for its comprehensive value-added services, including design and new product development, sourcing and procurement, warehousing, filling and assembly, and logistics management.
Strategic Significance of the Acquisition
Bill Hayes, Global CEO and President of Berlin Packaging, expressed enthusiasm for the acquisition, stating, "We are incredibly excited to welcome Nissho to Berlin Packaging. Nissho and Berlin share a common vision to provide exceptional service and support to local customers of all sizes while enhancing our relationships with supplier partners. This is a highly strategic acquisition for Berlin that expands our presence in Asia-Pacific and creates significant opportunities to better serve Japan-based customers through Berlin’s global packaging solutions."
Nissho's President, Seiji Ikoma, also commented on the partnership: "We are very proud to partner with Berlin Packaging, and we are excited to embark on a new chapter of success for Nissho. Through the combination of Nissho’s excellent customer service and Berlin’s industry-leading innovation, sustainability, and global supply chain capabilities, we will bring even greater value to our customers, suppliers, and employees."
The acquisition will see all Nissho employees, management, and locations retained, ensuring continuity and stability for its existing customer base.
About Berlin Packaging
Berlin Packaging supplies billions of glass, plastic, and metal containers and closures annually, offering a wide array of services, including package design, financing, consulting, warehousing, sustainability solutions, and logistics services for customers across all industries. The company aims to enhance the net income of its customers through its packaging products and services, combining the best aspects of manufacturing, distribution, and service provision.