{"id":19099,"date":"2025-10-24T11:07:53","date_gmt":"2025-10-24T08:07:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.piipposhop.com\/?p=19099"},"modified":"2025-10-24T11:07:53","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T08:07:53","slug":"a-new-chapter-of-growth-begins-acquisition-confirmed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.piipposhop.com\/en\/a-new-chapter-of-growth-begins-acquisition-confirmed\/","title":{"rendered":"A New Chapter of Growth Begins- Acquisition Confirmed"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The acquisition between Inka Oy and Piippo Oyj has now been officially confirmed. As part of the agreement, Manilla Oy will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Inka Oy as of October 31, 2025.<\/p>\n<p>The acquisition supports Inka\u2019s growth strategy and strengthens its position as a leading Finnish supplier of webbing and rope products. The merger opens new opportunities across the industrial, consumer, and retail sector, while enhancing Inka\u2019s ability to develop innovative solutions for various industries.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis is a natural next step in our growth and expansion strategy. By combining Inka\u2019s manufacturing expertise with Manilla\u2019s well-established distribution network, we can offer our customers a wider product range, faster service, and new solutions. For our customers, this means greater convenience and reliability- they can now source both industrial webbings and tapes as well as consumer products, ropes and binding solutions all under one roof. The acquisition also opens new channels and opportunities for growth in the retail market.\u201d says Sirpa Hein\u00e4m\u00e4ki, CEO of Inka Oy<\/p>\n<p>Manilla Oy will continue to operate under its own brand as part of the Inka Group, with its current product range remaining unchanged. Customer service contacts and deliveries will continue as before. The acquisition enables more efficient use of Inka\u2019s production capacity and expertise, further strengthening the role of Finnish work and craftsmanship.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBoth Manilla and Inka represent a long Finnish tradition of quality and craftmanship. By joining forces, we are building sustainable growth and ensuring that our customers continue to receive high-quality products born from Finnish expertise. \u201d adds Lauri Hirvonen, Business Director of Manilla Oy<\/p>\n<p>Inka Oy<\/p>\n<p>Inka Oy is a Finnish family-owned company and the leading manufacturer of technical narrow fabrics in the Nordic region. The company manufactures woven and braided webbings, cords and elastic bands used in demanding applications such as defense, textile, logistics, and automotive industries. Inka was founded in 1898 and employs around 40 professionals.<\/p>\n<p>Founded: 1898<br \/>\nEmployees: 40<br \/>\nLocation: Killinkoski, Finland<br \/>\nCore expertise: Webbing products<br \/>\nManilla Oy<\/p>\n<p>Established in 2019, Manilla Oy, is an importer and wholesaler of consumer products related to tying, fastening, and lifting. The company serves retail chains and business customers in Finland and nearby markets. Manilla also has deep historical roots in Finland- its origins date back to 1928, making it the oldest rope industry player in the country.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Founded: 2019<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Employees: 5<\/p>\n<p>Location: Outokumpu, Finland<br \/>\nCore expertise: Rope products, wholesale<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The acquisition between Inka Oy and Piippo Oyj has now been officially confirmed. 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