Heidelberg forges ahead with realignment – Consistent implementation of package of measures also delivers stability in Covid-19 crisis

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) is making rapid progress with the transformation initiated in November last year to increase profitability, competitiveness, and safeguard the future: Following the financial stabilization through the retransfer of 380 million from the trust assets of Heidelberg Pension Trust e.V. in March 2020 and the decision to divest from loss-making activities by the end of 2020, significant structural measures are now being implemented.

The key to handling surges in e-commerce packaging demand: during COVID-19 and beyond

E-commerce was already a booming market before COVID-19, hitting sales of over 3.5 trillion US dollars in 2019 and projected to reach 6.5 trillion US dollars by 2022. But since the pandemic hit, online spending has increased even further. There has been a 20% surge in sales worldwide (2) and in some countries, the figure is even higher.

Contiweb introduces a new digital platform for analysis and control of print production

Contiweb, a specialist in advanced printing, drying and web handling technologies, today announced the launch of MyContiweb, a new digital platform that gives printers the insight and control they need to increase production to optimum efficiency. With a choice of five modules, including a free basic module, MyContiweb provides 247 technical support, task management, performance and resource analysis. Print service providers of all sizes can benefit by adding MyContiweb to their toolkit.

GGSC: Expanding Its Global Presence

Goss Graphic Systems (China) Co., Ltd. (GGSC) is pursuing expansion of global activities with an advanced WISPRINT product and service solutions. Peter Kirwan joined GGSC as Director Global Sales 3 years ago and subsequently established an International Business Division under the WISPRINT brand. GGSC has steadily increased its global footprint by appointing a network of first-class agents for sales and service in many parts of the world.

Yellowstone Plastics invests in Fusion C press and Meridian anilox cleaner from PCMC

Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), part of Barry-Wehmiller, has announced the sale of a new Fusion C printing press and 2500 T Meridian laser anilox cleaner to Yellowstone Plastics (affiliated with Volm Companies), a supplier of flexible packaging located in Idaho Falls, Idaho. The 42-inch, 10-color Fusion C and the Meridian will be installed late in 2020.

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Goss Graphic Systems (China) Co., Ltd Announces strategic cooperation for WISPRINT M-700 series

Beijing Zhongke Printing Co., Ltd. (herein after as Beijing Zhongke Printing) and Goss Graphic Systems (China) Co., Ltd. (herein after as GGSC) signed a strategic cooperation project with a total investment of more than CNY 100mil EUR 13mil. A first in China, the M-700s intelligent demonstration production line for book printing, will be located in Beijing Zhongke. Experts in the Chinese printing industry believe that the implementation of this new project will begin to challenge the local traditional book printing market.