Oji Holdings announced the signing of an investment agreement to subscribe to a third-party allotment of shares in Nordic Bioproducts Group Oy (NBG), strengthening its microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) and forest biomass businesses. The transaction aimed to establish a strategic partnership focused on advanced bio-solutions and sustainable production models.
The integration of NBG’s innovative MCC technology with Oji Holdings’ industrial capabilities was expected to enable a more efficient manufacturing system. The creation of an integrated production platform was designed to reduce operating costs and CO₂ emissions, contributing to a competitive and environmentally sustainable value chain. Through this partnership, Oji intended to accelerate the development of its Forest Biomass Business and the next generation of bio-based solutions supporting the global green transition.
Nordic Bioproducts Group Oy, headquartered in Espoo (Uusimaa, Finland), is active in the manufacture and sale of microcrystalline cellulose and in R&D focused on advanced utilization of forest resources. Its manufacturing operations are located in Lappeenranta (South Karelia, Finland). The company’s MCC applications address a wide range of industrial uses, including functional materials and bio-based products.
Oji Holdings stated that the investment would have only a minor impact on its consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2026. The group emphasized that the partnership aligned with its broader sustainability strategy and long-term commitment to expanding value-added businesses based on renewable forest resources.
