DNP and SIG join forces in Japan

A NEW joint venture between Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP) and SIG aims to bring value added carton packaging and filling technology solutions to the Japanese food and beverage industry.

The companies signed the creation of DNP • SIG Combibloc Co., Ltd, 50-50 joint venture to be established as of 1 April 2018 in Tokyo.

Souichiro Nishitani, Corporate Officer and General Manager of Packaging Operations at DNP said: “The huge variety offered by the packaging system from SIG will enrich the Japanese market and offer clear added value for beverage manufacturers and consumers alike. The aim of our joint venture is to be Japan’s number 2 in aseptic carton packs by 2022.”

Souichiro Nishitani, Corporate Officer and General Manager of Packaging Operations at DNP (left), and Rolf Stangl, CEO of SIG sign agreement to establish their joint venture in Japan (Photo: SIG)

Rolf Stangl, Chief Executive Officer at SIG added: “It is an exciting moment in our company's history. For many years we’ve looked into entering this big and promising market together with a perfect partner. We’ve now found this with DNP. Together with DNP, we are bringing innovative solutions to the food and beverage industry in Japan for current and next generation products.” 

Tokyo-based printing company DNP has established a multitude of business operations, and has been developing and marketing carton packs and filling systems for alcoholic beverages and soft drinks in Japan since 1978. Its aseptic PET filling system is also used by various food and beverage companies.

SIG is a provides the food and beverage industry within the field of carton packs and filling technology.