KATHMANDU, APRIL 1
Nippon Paint, a global leader in automotive refinishing solutions, has expanded its footprint in Nepal, introducing premium coatings and innovative services to meet the country's growing demand for high-quality automotive refinishing. The company has opened a new office and launched exclusive products, reinforcing its long-term commitment to Nepal's automotive sector, as per the press release.
With Nepal's automotive industry on the rise, Nippon Paint has introduced N-Max, a high-performance automotive refinish line, designed specifically for local body shops. The company has also launched the EARN App, an initiative to empower painters by providing rewards, incentives, and skill-development programs for dealers and professionals in the sector.
Nippon Paint has a strong global presence and an extensive distribution network in India, covering over 2,000 towns. Now, the company is bringing its expertise and robust supply chain strategy to Nepal, aiming to enhance accessibility to premium automotive coatings through local collaborations and retail expansion.
Under the leadership of Sharad Malhotra, Senior Vice President of Nippon Paint Group Automotive Refinishes, the company has successfully expanded across Asia, the Middle East, and Australia, with further growth plans in West Asia and Africa. Malhotra also envisions launching Mastercraft, a consumer-focused brand offering Japanese precision and advanced technology for high-quality, ultra-fast automotive repairs, the release further stated.
In line with its global initiatives, Nippon Paint is committed to uplifting Nepal's painter community through skill-building programs similar to Sher e Nippon in India, which has already connected over 10,000 painters. The company is also exploring local manufacturing opportunities and sectoral expansions, ensuring its long-term investment in Nepal's evolving automotive market, it noted.
