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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has launched its 2025/26 financial year with exceptional results, driven by its standout performance at China Print 2025 in Beijing. The company’s strategic emphasis on packaging and digital printing proved highly effective, resulting in the sale of nearly 350 printing units—well above expectations—and setting a solid course for continued growth in the Asian market.

Strong Demand Underscores HEIDELBERG’s Market Leadership

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – In a pivotal move to diversify its production capabilities, Plural Industria Grafica LTDA, one of South America's leading offset printing firms, has integrated sheetfed offset technology from Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) into its operations for the first time. This landmark decision underscores Plural's commitment to capturing new market segments and enhancing cost-efficiency for shorter print runs.

Expanding Beyond Traditional Web Offset

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has successfully navigated a challenging economic landscape, achieving its fiscal year 2024/25 targets while laying the groundwork for further growth in 2025/26. The company maintained a stable adjusted EBITDA margin of 7.1 percent and generated a clearly positive free cash flow of around €50 million, despite rising wage costs, a slightly lower sales volume, and expenses related to the drupa trade fair.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Seaway Printing has taken a bold step toward fully autonomous production, becoming the first U.S. customer to implement HEIDELBERG’s Plate to Unit system, and integrating the world’s first Inline Splicer with the CutStar generation 4 sheeter. The move is part of a sweeping automation strategy aimed at significantly improving productivity and operational efficiency across Seaway’s expanded Wisconsin facility.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 15, 2025 – DenEast has announced the installation of a complete aseptic PET packaging line from Sidel at its new beverage manufacturing plant near Ho Chi Minh City, reinforcing its position as a leading contract manufacturing partner for nutrition-focused beverage brands across Southeast Asia.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 11, 2025 – Saudi Arabia has taken a significant step toward bolstering its advanced manufacturing capabilities with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global packaging solutions leader Sidel. The agreement, signed in Paris during the official visit of the Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, aims to explore establishing Sidel operations within the Kingdom, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s ambitions to localize industrial technology and support Vision 2030 economic transformation goals.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 11, 2025 – In a strategic move signaling the convergence of sustainable innovation and high-end design, Gentlebrand Design Agency has partnered with Zelda Water to introduce a game-changing concept in the mineral water sector: Zelda Smartweight Water. This new offering features a no-label bottle crafted entirely from BioPET—a 100% renewable, bio-based plastic—redefining eco-conscious packaging for the modern beverage industry.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 11, 2025 – At ProPak Asia 2025, Sidel is set to highlight its leadership in aseptic packaging and smart production technologies, showcasing cutting-edge solutions that drive operational efficiency, sustainability, and product safety for beverage and liquid food manufacturers across Southeast Asia.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 11, 2025 – Sidel has unveiled the EvoFILL Can Compact, a compact, high-performance filling system engineered to meet the dynamic needs of premium beverage producers. Purpose-built for low-to-medium speed operations, this new solution is strategically designed to support flexibility, efficiency, and precision across a wide range of applications, from beer to carbonated soft drinks (CSDs), and even hot fill products.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 8, 2025 – swissQprint showcased a compelling suite of innovations at the Fespa Global Print Expo 2025, with its Generation 5 flatbed printers commanding attention among industry leaders and buyers alike. The Swiss manufacturer demonstrated its continued commitment to productivity, customization, and high-margin application potential across global markets.

Next-Generation Flatbed Solutions Redefine Quality and Speed