Koenig & Bauer AG, Würzburg (Koenig & Bauer, WKN: 719 350 ISIN: DE0007193500) announces that on the basis of its preliminary and as yet unaudited figures it achieved group revenue of 1,029m and preliminary consolidated earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) of -68m in the 2020 financial year.
Bobst Groups 2020 full year figures were severely impacted by Covid-19 lockdowns and by unfavorable exchange rates. Employees security and business continuity were well managed throughout the year which allowed the achievement of good overall financial results given the pandemic circumstances.
U.S. printer Williams Printing (WPI) recently built a 20,000-square-foot production facility in Rural Hall, North Carolina. Rather than relocate its older equipment to its new plant, WPI decided to invest in a complete, updated solution from Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg).
High end fitment manufacturer, Glenhaze, will take delivery of a BOBST VISIONCUT 1.6 die-cutter with solid board feeder, next month. The set-up will be the first of its kind in Scotland. West Lothian-based Glenhaze is a market leader in the production of sustainable and innovative carton board and corrugated product protection for the premium spirit, glass manufacturing and e-commerce sectors.
Ever since 2013, Koenig & Bauer has presented an annual High Performance Metal Decorator of the Year award. The award was established to honour customers who use the companys products to demonstrate achievement beyond the scope of everyday performance in the field of metal decorating.
To better serve the growing digital label market, Mark Andy has announced the addition of nine individuals to the company over the past six months to support the continued development of its Digital Business Unit in the U.S. and Canada.
The demand for flexible packaging materials is growing amid the transition towards sustainable food packaging. Walki has answered to this need by investing in a brand new flexo printing machine in its Jatne plant in Poland.
