Motherson and Sanko Japan form joint venture for sustainable packaging solutions in India and Europe

Motherson, a global leader in engineering, manufacturing, and assembly, has announced a strategic partnership with Sanko Japan, a pioneer in sustainable packaging solutions. This collaboration aligns with Motherson’s vision of becoming a globally preferred provider of sustainable solutions while advancing its decarbonization efforts.

Founded in 1951, Sanko is Japan’s No.1 manufacturer of plastic material handling products, offering innovative, reusable, and recyclable packaging solutions across various industries. With strong engineering capabilities and an in-house technical center, Sanko specializes in developing durable and efficient packaging solutions that optimize logistics and reduce waste.

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By combining Sanko’s decades of innovation with Motherson’s extensive presence in India and Europe, this joint venture aims to enhance material handling efficiency while lowering overall logistics costs. The partnership will cater to both automotive and non-automotive industries, providing sustainable, cost-effective packaging solutions.

Vivek Chaand Sehgal, Chairman of Motherson, highlighted the strategic significance of this partnership: “Reimagining packaging as an engineered solution rather than a commodity can unlock immense logistics, cost, and value efficiencies. This collaboration supports our customers in achieving their sustainability goals.”

Toshihiko Goto, President of Sanko, emphasized the global growth potential: “This partnership enables us to expand our business globally by leveraging Motherson’s strong presence and our expertise in sustainable packaging.”