Nitta Gelatin India Ltd. (NGIL)'s Collagen Peptide expansion project on April 30, 2024 at its factory located in Kakkanad, Kochi. NGIL is a joint venture of Nitta Gelatin Inc. Japan and the Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation Ltd. (KSIDC). This project is a part of the announcement made by this Japanese MNC to invest INR 2,000 million in Kerala, during the last visit of the Chief Minister of the State to Japan.

"The demand for Collagen Peptide is growing worldwide as it significantly helps in promoting joint health and also beauty from within. A variant that helps in the management of Diabetes is also expected to be launched shortly. The expanded capacity will be able to successfully cater to this requirement.