Apollo Funds have completed the acquisition of Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd. (NSG Group), marking a new phase for the global glass manufacturer. The transaction closed on September 29, 2026, followed by the launch of NSG’s new management structure on September 30.
NSG is a major global producer serving the architectural, automotive and solar glass markets. Under the new ownership structure, the company says the transaction with Apollo Funds and key financial institutions will strengthen its financial foundation and provide greater capacity to invest in people and technology.
Apollo is also bringing its previous investment experience in glass, automotive and manufacturing to the partnership, with the objective of improving NSG’s competitiveness and establishing a more robust and sustainable business platform. Apollo described the combination of its industrial expertise with NSG’s workforce and manufacturing capabilities as a foundation for future growth and innovation.
NSG President and CEO Munehiro Hosonuma said the company’s expertise, brand, trust and core values developed over more than a century will remain central to the business. 
The company will now focus on its 2030 Vision and “Shift the Phase” medium-term plan, aiming to transform the Group while supporting sustainable growth.
Source: NSG Group with additional information added by Glass Balkan
