Despite a challenging macro-economic environment, Heidelberg reported strong business performance and improved profitability in the first half of this financial year (April 1 to September 30, 2025).
Shengda Printing Technology in China recently ordered ten more Jetfire 50 presses
Sales rose 8% to AUD$1.76bn from AUD$1.63bn a year earlier, with Europe and Asia showing particularly strong momentum and the company also expects sales in the second half of the financial year to exceed those of the first half, supported by a healthy order pipeline.
CEO Jurgen Otto said Heidelberg continues to outperform peers in a tough market. “We are holding up better than the competition, and our strategy is clearly bearing fruit. The significant improvement in our profitability shows that our measures are proving effective.”
In the print and packaging equipment segment, half-year sales rose to AUD$826m from AUD$704.6m. Digital solutions and lifecycle recorded a slight increase, up to AUD$879m, with a major order from China for ten Jetfire 50 digital printing systems and multiple Gallus digital label machines contributing to the growth. The technology solutions segment maintained sales at just under AUD$52m, primarily driven by a partnership with defence systems business Vincorion Advanced Systems, announced in July,
Dr David Schmedding, Chief Technology and Sales Officer for Heidelberg, said the company’s strategic focus on packaging and label printing was paying off: “At Labelexpo in Barcelona, our digital innovations drew significant attention and resulted in numerous deals.”
Otto added: “The positive developments in our core segments confirm we are headed in the right direction. The significant improvement in our profitability is particularly encouraging – a clear sign that our measures are proving effective,” he stated.
