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Supervisory Board of Heidelberg extends contracts of Jürgen Otto (CEO) and Dr. David Schmedding (CSO) early
The Supervisory Board of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) has extended the contracts of Jürgen Otto (61), Chairman of the Executive Board (CEO), and Dr. David Schmedding (49), Executive Board Member for Sales and Technology (CSO), ahead of schedule. The new office terms will begin on July 1, 2026. Jürgen Otto’s contract has been extended until July 31, 2029, and is limited by the age limit. Dr. David Schmedding’s contract runs until June 30, 2031. With this decision, the Supervisory Board is sending a clear signal of continuity and stability at the top of the company.
Mondi Neusiedler reaches one year of Zero Waste to Landfill operations
Mondi has reached one year of Zero Waste to Landfill operations at its Neusiedler mill in Austria. The mill has now operated for 12 consecutive months without sending any manufacturing waste to landfill, reinforcing its commitment to circular manufacturing.
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Kornit Digital redefines apparel production for the on-demand era
Kornit Digital Ltd. unveiled its Atlas MATRIX at Konnections 2026, redefining apparel production in the on-demand era. Atlas MATRIX is the first unified digital production system designed to deliver true demand-driven manufacturing with complete flexibility across cotton, polyester, and blended fabrics, with no compromise on quality, durability, or efficiency. At its core is Kornit’s proprietary Karbon Shield technology, a breakthrough protection layer preventing dye migration even on the most challenging deep-dyed and sublimated polyester fabrics.
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Guandong brings vinyl into the world of specialties
At FESPA 2026 (Barcelona, May 19-22), Guandong will officially enter the self-adhesive vinyl segment with the global launch of Edo Film. The move marks a natural evolution of the company’s positioning as the “Specialist of Specialties”, now applied to a new product category.
Chemspec Europe reveals new details about 2026 conference programme
Chemspec Europe has unveiled further details of its highly anticipated conference programme, offering attendees fresh insight into the key themes, sessions and new interactive formats shaping this year’s event. Taking place on 6–7 May 2026 alongside the exhibition at Koelnmesse in Cologne, the programme has been designed to reflect the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing the fine and speciality chemicals industry today.
Wuzhou Special Paper selects Andritz as main supplier for new pulp mill in China
Wuzhou Special Paper (Jiangxi) Co. Ltd., a Chinese paper producer, has selected international technology group Andritz as the main supplier of key technologies and equipment for a new greenfield pulp mill in Hukou County, Jiujiang City, Jiangxi Province, China. Start-up is scheduled for the first quarter of 2027. The order was included in Andritz’s order intake for the first quarter of 2025.
Concetti S.p.A.: Fourth Generation at the Helm
After more than a century of history and fifty years of innovation in the packaging machinery sector, Concetti S.p.A. announces a new phase in its growth journey, marked by a governance transition that combines continuity with renewal. With the designation of Emanuele and Riccardo Concetti as Chief Executive Officers, the fourth generation of the family reaffirms its commitment to leading the company. This step blends strong roots with a forward-looking vision, with the aim of strengthening the group’s international positioning.
Toscotec to take part in Tissue World Miami 2026
Toscotec will attend Tissue World Miami 2026, taking place from April 22 to 24 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. As one of the world’s largest trade shows focusing exclusively on the tissue industry, this gathering offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect, learn, and cooperate across the entire tissue value chain.
Emtec: Smart measurement technologies at TappiCon 2026
Together with its partner company, emtec Electronic North Amercia, the German company emtec Electronic GmbH will present its technical innovations for process optimization to all interested visitors at TappiCon 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. In addition, emtec will participate in the panel discussion “Tissue Softness Workshop” on the final day of the event.
Royal Geostick invests in 12 color Bobst Master M5
Royal Geostick Group has purchased a new Bobst Master M5 flexo press, purpose-built for the high-volume multilayer label production that its customers increasingly demand. Configured with 12 flexo units, a double unwinder, QN module and oneECG-readiness, the Master M5 press will shortly be installed at Royal Geostick’s facility in Uithoorn, Netherlands, where it will strengthen the company’s ability to deliver efficient, sustainable production for medium and long-run label applications.
Spinnova begins trial runs at Woodspin demo factory
Spinnova’s plans to restart production at Woodspin’s demo factory are progressing. Trial runs will be started at the demo factory, with a particular focus on improving production efficiency. Most of the technological solutions to be tested during the trial runs have already been proven to work at a smaller pilot scale. Based on the results achieved in the trial runs, the company’s goal is to restart production on a larger scale during 2026.
Toscotec to exhibit at CIDPEX 2026 in Nanjing
Toscotec will participate in the 33rd edition of the China International Disposable Paper Expo, CIDPEX, taking place in Nanjing, China, from April 15 to 17, 2026. As one of the world’s largest exhibitions dedicated to tissue and disposable hygiene products, this event offers an exceptional platform for Toscotec to engage with one of the most vibrant and fast-evolving markets in the industry.
