Nazdar acquires Fujifilm’s screen and flexo ink business

Nazdar, a manufacturer and distributor of screen printing, wide format digital and flexographic inks, has announced it has acquired Fujifilm’s US, Canada, and Latin America screen and flexographic ink business through a sale and licensing arrangement. Transition activities began on June 24, with transition targeted for completion by July 13. This investment strengthens Nazdar’s long‑standing commitment to the screen and flexographic/narrow web markets and expands the company’s capabilities across product performance, regulatory support, and technical services. 

Screen and Narrow Web have been core parts of Nazdar’s business for decades. As the company continues to invest in its manufacturing capabilities, the reflects a deliberate expansion and opportunity for long‑term growth. This expertise will support Fujifilm customers with high‑quality, future‑ready products, the company says.

“Nazdar has been a valued, longtime partner of the Business Innovation Division,” comments Tommy Katagiri, division president, Fujifilm North America Corporation, Business Innovation Division. “Its acquisition of this ink business is a natural next step for both organizations to meet our mutual business goals. It allows Nazdar to continue to advance its ink business and supports Fujifilm’s focus on other priorities under the business innovation/printing umbrella.” 

Nazdar confirms that all core product attributes will remain consistent following the acquisition. Product formulations, specifications, and manufacturing locations will not change and current SDS/TDS documentation will continue to be fully supported.

“Bringing these Fujifilm product lines into Nazdar represents a strategic investment in the markets and customers that matter most to our future,” states Nazdar CEO Richard Bowles. “We’re expanding our capabilities, deepening our expertise, and positioning ourselves to deliver industry‑leading solutions for many years to come.” 

In addition, Nazdar says its customers will gain the benefits of expanded resources, including dedicated Screen & Narrow Web technical support, focused R&D and regulatory expertise, and long‑term investment in innovation and market leadership.