Apollo Funds Announce Strategic Investment in NSG Group, a Global Leader in Glass Manufacturing

Upon completion, the transaction will be Apollo Funds’ largest private equity investment in Japan to date, totaling nearly $3.7 billion (JPY ~590 billion) in enterprise value.

Under the terms of the agreement, Apollo Funds will invest equity to support the Company’s financial position and long-term growth. In conjunction with this investment, NSG’s principal lenders will effectively transition a portion of their outstanding loans to equity, reinforcing their commitment and enhancing the Company’s growth trajectory by providing for a more stable balance sheet structure for the Company.

NSG Group’s diversified manufacturing platform, industry heritage and deep customer relationships position the Company to capture accelerating demand for energy-efficient architectural glass, advanced automotive glazing and performance solar products. With Apollo Funds’ investment and strategic support, NSG Group will be able to accelerate growth initiatives, invest in next-generation technologies and continue delivering quality solutions to customers worldwide. The transaction requires NSG shareholder approval at the annual general shareholder meeting scheduled for late June and is subject to regulatory approvals.

“This investment unites Apollo’s scaled industry and operational expertise globally with NSG Group’s legacy of manufacturing excellence and innovation,” said Tetsuji Okamoto, Lead Partner, Asia Pacific Private Equity at Apollo. “NSG Group is a foundational player in the global glass industry, and this tailored financing reflects the collective commitment of stakeholders across Japan to the long-term success of NSG Group. We look forward to supporting NSG Group’s management team and employees through this transformational period to drive performance, innovation and sustainable value creation.”

NSG Representative Executive Officer, President and CEO Munehiro Hosonuma, added, “This partnership with Apollo Funds and our principal lenders enables us to reinforce our financial position, invest in our people and technology and lead the next era of glass manufacturing. With Apollo’s deep expertise in manufacturing and long-term partnership, we are prepared to continue delivering for our customers while building a stronger, more resilient enterprise.”

This is Apollo’s fifth private equity fund investment in Japan. A committed partner to Japanese corporates, Apollo Funds’ activity in Japan includes investments in Panasonic Automotive Systems, a leading global supplier of advanced in-vehicle technologies, Mitsubishi Chemical’s Polycrystalline Alumina Fiber Business “MAFTEC” and aluminum businesses from Resonac (formerly Showa Denko) and Mitsubishi Materials combined as ALTEMIRA Holdings.

Subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to be completed by around March 2027.