Non-Japan Wholesaling

Current Situation in the Non-Japan Wholesaling

Promotion of Glocalization & Creation of New Value

Our first foray into the global arena dates back to 1899. Since then we have continued to do business in a number of countries and regions with differing cultures and business customs. In recent years, through M&A in strategic global markets we have expanded our network to include leading paper distributors from every region of the globe. In the United States, the United Kingdom, Oceania, India, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Malaysia, we have our own inventory and distribution capabilities, and are promoting glocalization, through activities such as, the development of businesses rooted in local regions. In doing this we are continuing to take on the challenge of becoming the world's leading paper distribution company.
On the other hand, demand for paper has been on a declining trend in many developed countries in recent years due to the impact of digitalization and paperless operations. Furthermore, the outbreak of COVID-19 infections since March 2020 has caused a sharp decline in demand and prices in major markets around the world, and has had a significant impact on the business environment in each of the countries we operate.
Despite these circumstances, we will continue our efforts to overcome these difficulties and to become the world's leading paper distribution company, one of our goals, by making full use of our global network and sharing and coordinating our know-how, information and products throughout the Group worldwide, as well as by further promoting rationalization.

Business Activities Throughout the World

Asia

Drawing on many years of operations in Asia, our offices in 11 countries in the region act as a bridge between suppliers and users across borders.

Oceania

Ball & Doggett and BJ Ball form the backbone of our operations in Oceania and contribute to the stable supply of paper, paperboard and related products.

North America,
Central and South
America

Led by OVOL USA, with a focus on Europe and Asia we are expanding our import and export activities through our global network.

Europe

In developed countries such as Germany, the U.K. and France, we sell a wide range of paper products, from printing paper to specialty paper, in accordance with local demand.