WAN-IFRA, the World Association of News Publishers, has launched a one-year coaching and funding programme in partnership with Finnmedia and Finland's Media Industry Research Foundation.
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Change in the Management Board of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG
Tania von der Goltz, CFO of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), has informed the company's Supervisory Board ahead of its meeting yesterday, March 19, 2025, that she will not extend her contract beyond its current term. She will step down from her position at the end of the financial year on March 31, 2025. This step is being taken on the best of terms with the company. CEO Jürgen Otto will take over the management of the finance functions until further notice. HEIDELBERG is on track with the measures introduced and confirms its forecast for the year.
Koenig & Bauer Recognised for Exceptional Contribution to the Global Central Banking Community
Award Highlights Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions' Commitment to Secure and Sustainable Banknotes
Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions received Central Banking's Currency Services Award 2025
The award recognises the company's support for Central Banks in developing innovative, sustainable, secure, and functional banknote designs
Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions uses perception science to help Central Banks make data-driven decisions about banknote design and security features
Generational Change on the Koenig & Bauer Executive Board Completed: Dr. Stephen Kimmich Will Succeed Dr. Andreas Pleßke as CEO, Dr. Alexander Blum Appointed New CFO
Dr. Stephen Kimmich – previously CFO and Deputy CEO – succeeds Dr. Andreas Pleßke as CEO at the Annual General Meeting on June 4, 2025
Dr. Alexander Blum appointed as the new CFO with effect from July 1, 2025
Dr. Andreas Pleßke will take on special responsibilities as member of the Executive Board within the group after the annual general meeting and will retire as planned at the end of the year
Dr. Stephen Kimmich appointed as the next CEO of Koenig & Bauer AG from June 2025
In Celebration of National Reading Month, Storyline Online Introduces Kids’ Top Pick Seal of Approval
In celebration of National Reading Month in March, the SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s award-winning children’s literacy program, Storyline Online®, is proud to introduce the Kids’ Top Pick Seal of Approval in recognition of books featured on Storyline Online that have captivated young audiences, and demonstrated exceptional viewership and engagement.
WAN-IFRA, MBL and AIRPPU Unite to Strengthen Independent Journalism in Ukraine
The World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA), in partnership with the Association of Independent Regional Press Publishers of Ukraine (AIRPPU) and Mediebedriftenes Landsforening (MBL), proudly announces the launch of the 'Stronger Together: Media and Democracy Programme', made possible through Norad’s Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine.
Women in Print Alliance Honors Women's History Month with Expanded Initiatives and Exclusive Membership Opportunities
Celebrating Women’s Impact in Print through Exclusive Content, Interviews, Events, and More
Print4All 2025: Innovation for printing and converting at Fiera Milano
• A showcase of increasing automation, digitalization, and sustainability in processes and materials.
• Spotlight on corrugated, a steadily growing market segment, integrated throughout the entire exhibition.
• An additional opportunity: The Innovation Alliance.
Koenig & Bauer: Strong Q4 secures 2024 target achievement – higher profitability expected for 2025
Preliminary figures: Strong Q4 with operating EBIT of €46.5m (previous year: €32.0m) and a strong positive free cash flow achieved
Preliminary figures: Revenue of €1,274.4m, operating EBIT adjusted for “Spotlight” and drupa of €25.8m in 2024 achieved
As expected, extraordinary items for “Spotlight” and costs for drupa burden the Group EBIT, while laying the foundations for future profitability
Strong order intake yielding the highest year-end order backlog in the company’s recent history, providing a strong basis for 2025 and beyond
Outlook for 2025: Higher profitability with a slight increase in revenue
Target achievement in 2026 highly dependent on global economic and geopolitical developments
PRINT & DIGITAL CONVENTION: Ticket shop opens – anticipation grows for the multi-channel and dialogue marketing platform
Three months ahead of its kick-off on 13 May, the PRINT & DIGITAL CONVENTION 2025 is on a promising path to success: Numerous international industry players will be taking part again, positioning the Düsseldorf convention-exhibition as a key hub for multi-channel and dialogue marketing one year after drupa 2024. The ticket shop is now open.
Plockmatic Group Completes Coating Technology Acquisition
Plockmatic Group Completes Acquisition of LED Coating IP and Technology from Founder Tony Michiels (SP Tec Spare Parts International s.l.)