Metallized Paper Producer AR Metallizing Acquires Málaga Produtos Metalizados in Brazil

AR Metallizing, Franklin, Mass., USA, part of the Japan-based Nissha Group and a global manufacturer of coated metallized paper for consumer packaging and labels, has acquired Málaga Produtos Metalizados, a manufacturer of consumer packaging and labels in Brazil. Málaga Produtos Metalizados is a leading manufacturer in the Brazilian metallized paper market, and will be a fully owned subsidiary of AR Metallizing. The acquisition has no impact on the jobs of the company's 164 employees.

"Given its perfect location in the world's fastest-growing beer market and its continuous innovations throughout the years, Málaga Produtos Metalizados is the perfect partner for us to continue to grow and to invest in our core business, worldwide. Together, we will strive to create the best products for our partners in Latin America," said Dr. Bart Devos, CEO of AR Metallizing and VP of the Nissha Group.

AR Metallizing's core market is consumer packaging and labels (wet glue labels, pressure sensitive labels, general labels, and in-mold labels). Today, AR Metallizing supplies its products to customers worldwide from production sites in Belgium, Italy, and the U.S.

"With this development, our company will become a bigger global player. The strong innovative power of AR Metallizing offers our group a foundation on which we can continue to grow. For the family, our staff and our customers, it is a great opportunity to team up with AR Metallizing and to jointly work on R&D projects and to create innovative solutions for our customers," said Francisco Málaga, founder of Málaga Produtos Metalizados.

With the expansion in Brazil, AR Metallizing and the Nissha Group increases its presence in the world's growing market for labeling and packaging, reinforcing its supply chain for current and future customers in Latin America.

Junya Suzuki, president, CEO, and chairman of the board of the Nissha Group, adds that "with this strategic acquisition, the future in the Latin American market looks very promising. It gives AR Metallizing an opportunity to bring its innovative and sustainable products to an even wider audience."

"We are excited to expand our global footprint. This acquisition will help us achieve our goal of being a global supplier with a local presence. It will improve our service, flexibility, and drive future growth opportunities," said Silvia Garcia-Luengo, VP, sales manager for AR Metallizing in Latin America.

Metallized paper is a sustainable alternative to foil or film. Metallized products are used in the production of functional, barrier, cosmetic, labeling, and promotional packaging products for major brands.