EyeC Strengthens International Growth: Ioannis Georgiadis Appointed Business Development Manager

EyeC GmbH, global provider of automated control solutions for the printing and packaging industry, announced the appointment of Ioannis Georgiadis as Business Development Manager. In this role, he will play a key part in shaping the companys international business development strategy and driving the expansion of its global market and sales infrastructure.

Supervisory Board of HEIDELBERG extends contracts of Jürgen Otto (CEO) and Dr. David Schmedding (CSO) early

The Supervisory Board of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has extended the contracts of Jürgen Otto (61), Chairman of the Executive Board (CEO), and Dr. David Schmedding (49), Executive Board Member for Sales and Technology (CSO), ahead of schedule. The new office terms will begin on July 1, 2026. Jürgen Ottos contract has been extended until July 31, 2029, and is limited by the age limit. Dr. David Schmeddings contract runs until June 30, 2031. With this decision, the Supervisory Board is sending a clear signal of continuity and stability at the top of the company.

Durst Group appoints Wolfgang Knotz as Chief Technology Officer

Durst Group has appointed Wolfgang Knotz as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of the Group, effective April 1, 2026. With this decision, the company underscores its commitment on the occasion of its 90th anniversary to consistently drive its transformation from a machine manufacturer to a technology-driven solutions provider.

Heidelberg impresses at Expoprint 2026 in Brazil

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) draws a very positive conclusion from its participation in Expoprint & Converflexo Latin America 2026, which took place from March 24 to 28 in So Paulo, Brazil. With an order volume of over 30 million euros generated at the trade show, the events success exceeded expectations. Overall, order intake in the regionand particularly in Brazilcontinues to rise, offering significant growth potential for the company.

Heidelberg aims to expand its presence in the dynamic Latin American region

Latin America is increasingly coming into focus as a growth region for the printing and packaging industry, alongside markets in Asia. With a population of around 670 million, the region is home to approximately eight percent of the worlds population, half of whom live in Mexico and Brazil alonethe two largest and most dynamic economies in the region.

Pinpoint accuracy in 2025 and a strong start to 2026

In the 2025 financial year, Koenig & Bauer AG increased revenue and operating profitability and achieved its set targets for the year despite trade policy uncertainties, geopolitical crises and an overall volatile market environment. The year under review was characterised by the consistent implementation of the Group focus and the strategic realignment driven by the strategic framework IMPACT adopted at the end of December.