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Hybrid packaging supplier Berlin Packaging has acquired Nissho Jitsugyo, a supplier of packaging products and services to diverse markets and regions across Japan.

Nissho was founded in Japan in 1965 and offers a broad portfolio of packaging solutions to a diverse base of Japanese customers in local food and beverage markets, as well as various others including healthcare and beauty.

Nissho’s solutions feature glass and plastic packaging products sourced from a network of high-quality local manufacturers. It also offers its customers value-added services such as design and NPD, sourcing and procurement, warehousing, filling and assembly and logistics management capabilities.

Bill Hayes, Berlin Packaging's global CEO and president, said: "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."

Seiji Ikoma, Nissho's president, added: "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."

In January, Berlin Packaging expanded its presence in Ireland when it acquired Alpack.

Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Top image: ©Nissho Jitsugyo

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