HEIDELBERG, Germany – June 11, 2024 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) announced today a substantial increase in order intake following a successful showing at the drupa 2024 trade fair in Düsseldorf. The company's innovative product portfolio and integrated solutions resonated strongly with customers from around the globe, resulting in a significant boost to the company's order backlog for the new fiscal year 2024/2025. This surge in demand has enabled HEIDELBERG to eliminate short-time work measures at its German production facilities, effective June 2024.
Dr. David Schmedding, Head of Sales and Marketing and incoming Member of the Management Board for Sales and Service, commented, "Our team delivered a compelling presentation at drupa, showcasing our commitment to providing cutting-edge technologies and services that empower our customers to optimize their business potential. The overwhelmingly positive response from both customers and employees underscores HEIDELBERG's position as a trusted partner to the printing and packaging industry."
HEIDELBERG's comprehensive portfolio, spanning offset, digital, and flexographic printing technologies, all seamlessly integrated through the Prinect workflow, was a key factor in attracting customer interest. The company's recently announced collaboration with Canon in the inkjet printing sector further solidified its commitment to innovation and growth. The newly launched Jetfire 50 inkjet system has already garnered significant interest, with orders in the mid-double-digit range.
In addition to hardware innovations, HEIDELBERG showcased end-to-end solutions that combine offset and digital printing capabilities, providing customers with enhanced flexibility and cost-efficiency, particularly in the commercial printing sector. The company's expertise in both printing technologies positions it as a leader in delivering hybrid solutions that optimize productivity and profitability for customers.
HEIDELBERG also announced plans to expand the application spectrum of its new Boardmaster inline web-fed flexo printing press to include flexible paper packaging, a rapidly growing segment driven by increasing demand for sustainable and cost-effective packaging solutions.
The success of drupa 2024 was further evidenced by several major international sales agreements, including the first Jetfire 50 installation at the Schellenberg Group in Switzerland, a Versafire LV digital printing system at Solo Druck in Germany, and multiple Speedmaster presses at various customers in China and Thailand. Additionally, Southern Champion Tray in the USA has placed an order for a new Boardmaster inline flexo printing press.
These achievements highlight HEIDELBERG's continued commitment to providing innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of the global printing and packaging industry. The company's strong performance at drupa 2024 and the resulting increase in order intake underscore its position as a leading provider of integrated solutions and services in this dynamic market.
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