• Sales after six months around 8 percent higher than equivalent period of previous year
• Adjusted operating result (EBITDA) double the previous year’s figure
• Plan for the future on track – personnel and efficiency measures starting to have an impact
• HEIDELBERG maintaining strong market position worldwide
• Full-year forecast confirmed despite difficult economic climate

At Labelexpo in Barcelona, digital innovations for the growth market of label printing, such as the new Gallus Five, proved a particular draw for customers.

HEIDELBERG, GERMANY – News Aktuell – 12 November 2025 – Despite a challenging macroeconomic climate, business developed robustly, and profitability improved significantly at Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) during the first half of financial year 2025/2026 (April 1 to September 30, 2025). For example, half-year sales increased to € 985 million, up around 8 percent on the previous year’s figure of € 915 million. Europe and Asia saw particularly positive developments during this period. The second quarter contributed sales of € 519 million, far higher than the figure for the first quarter (€ 466 million) – and despite negative exchange rate effects amounting to around € 12 million compared with the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Thanks to the healthy order situation, the company is expecting sales in the second half of the current financial year to be higher than in the first half-year, despite continuing negative exchange rate effects.

The adjusted operating result (EBITDA) was double the previous year’s figure. It increased to € 63 million (equivalent period of previous year: € 31 million), which corresponds to an EBITDA margin of 6.4 percent (equivalent period of previous year: 3.4 percent). Strict cost discipline and the measures set out in the plan for the future have had a positive impact. For example, production costs and total working costs improved compared with the corresponding period of the previous year. Cost-cutting resulting from the plan for the future, especially on the basis of contractual agreements, will continue to have a positive effect in subsequent quarters and years.

Incoming orders after six months remained stable at € 1,116 million, following the previous financial year’s strong first half-year due to drupa (equivalent period of previous year: € 1,273 million). The incoming orders figure for the second quarter was € 551 million (previous year: € 571 million). The US government’s complex tariff regulations led to some orders being postponed, but the company’s success at the Labelexpo industry trade show in September sent out a strong message. With orders running into the double-digit million-euro range, HEIDELBERG is underlining the strategic importance and growth potential of its label printing business.

HEIDELBERG maintaining strong market position worldwide

“HEIDELBERG is holding up better than the competition in a very challenging market environment and is once again demonstrating that our strategy is working and bearing fruit. 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,” says CEO Jürgen Otto.

The free cash flow after six months was € -63 million. Although still negative, as expected, it was much improved compared with the first half of the previous financial year (€ -102 million). Achieving break-even, the net result after taxes after six months was far better than in the previous year (€ -35 million). The result for the second quarter was positive, at € 11 million (equivalent quarter of previous year: € 7 million).

In the Print & Packaging Equipment segment, half-year sales rose to € 463 million (previous year’s figure: € 395 million). In the reporting period, the Digital Solutions & Lifecycle segment achieved sales of € 493 million (previous year’s figure: € 491 million).

An order from a customer in China for ten Jetfire 50 digital printing systems and several digital Gallus label machines was particularly encouraging. Further orders for the Gallus One digital label printing system were also placed at the Labelexpo trade show. Sales after six months in the Technology Solutions segment totaled € 29 million (previous year’s figure: € 29 million). The partnership with VINCORION Advanced Systems GmbH in the defense sector, which was announced in the spring, is going according to plan. Adjusted EBITDA improved in all the segments.

“Our strategy is working, with packaging and label printing driving our core business,” says Dr. David Schmedding, Chief Technology & Sales Officer at HEIDELBERG. “At Labelexpo in Barcelona, our digital innovations for the growth market of label printing proved a particular draw for customers, and we struck numerous deals. Our portfolio for industrial digital printing based on the Jetfire systems is also gradually becoming established in the relevant markets,” he adds.

As HEIDELBERG sees it, playing a leading role as a systems integrator for packaging and digital printing with hybrid printing solutions can offer potential in its core business, as can the company’s software and service business in a digital ecosystem. In the Technology Solutions segment, the focus is on expanding the operation of charging infrastructure, including DC technology, and on unlocking new market segments, especially in the defense sector.

Full-year forecast confirmed despite difficult economic climate

The company is confirming its forecast for financial year 2025/2026. A healthy order backlog, the current efficiency measures, and systematic implementation of the strategy are laying the foundations for achieving its targets. In view of macroeconomic developments, taking into account the various opportunities and risks, and assuming the global economy does not see weaker growth than predicted by the relevant institutions, the company is expecting sales of around € 2,350 million in financial year 2025/2026 (2024/2025: € 2,280 million). The EBITDA margin adjusted for special items is predicted to rise to as much as 8 percent (previous year: 7.1 percent).

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This release contains forward-looking statements based on assumptions and estimates by the management of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft. Even though the management is of the opinion that these assumptions and estimates are accurate, the actual future development and results may deviate substantially from these forward-looking statements due to various factors, such as changes in the overall economic situation, in exchange and interest rates, and within the print media industry. Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft provides no guarantee and assumes no liability for future developments and results deviating from the assumptions and estimates made in this press release.

About HEIDELBERG

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) is a leading technology company that has been standing for innovation, quality, and reliability in mechanical engineering worldwide for 175 years. With a clear focus on growth and as a total solution provider, HEIDELBERG is driving further development in the core areas of packaging and digital printing, software solutions, and lifecycle business with service and consumables so that customers can achieve maximum productivity and efficiency. The company is also focusing on expanding into new business areas such as high-precision plant engineering with integrated control systems, automation technology, robotics, and the growing green technologies sector. With its strong international presence in approximately 170 countries, the creative power and expertise of its roughly 9,500 employees, its own production facilities in Europe, China, and the USA, and one of the largest global sales and service networks, the company is ideally positioned for future growth.

Ahead of the 2025 Morocco Showcase Summit, industry leaders assess the kingdom’s readiness for 2030, analyzing investment and strategies to match demand

CASABLANCA, MOROCCO – EQS Newswire – 11 November 2025 – As hospitality and investment leaders prepare to gather at the Marriott Hotel in Casablanca for the Morocco Showcase Summit on November 19-20, 2025, a critical question takes center stage: Is Morocco’s hospitality supply growth keeping pace with its rapid infrastructure development and ambitious 2030 tourism targets?

With the nation poised to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, the spotlight is on identifying investment strategies to fill the impending hospitality gap.

Morocco’s significant infrastructure advancements are creating new destinations and enhancing existing ones, demanding a parallel expansion in quality hospitality supply to accommodate the influx of visitors.

International hotel groups are answering the call.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is leveraging its diverse brand portfolio to bridge the supply gap. “We are committed to supporting Morocco’s Vision 2030 by expanding access to quality and affordable branded accommodation across both established and emerging destinations,” says Govind Mundra, head of development for Middle East & Africa at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “With our diverse portfolio of 25 brands and our Owner First franchising approach, we work closely with local developers to deliver trusted international standards that enhance Morocco’s hospitality offering.”

Wyndham’s strategy includes expanding its current presence in Moroccan cities, such as Fes and Tangier, into key cities like Casablanca, Marrakesh, and Rabat, with advanced discussions underway for new projects.

Similarly, Radisson Hotel Group has significantly elevated its ambitions. “We’ve lifted our Morocco ambition to 30 hotels by 2030, building on an already robust development pipeline and tightening our city-plus-coast focus,” says Erwan Garnier, Senior Director of Development, Africa at Radisson Hotel Group. The strategy involves “strengthening Casablanca and Marrakech while building out Rabat, Tangier, Agadir, and Fez with a mix of business hotels, serviced apartments, mixed-use projects, and resorts that track the country’s airport, rail, and stadium upgrades to 2030.”

For Radisson, the opportunity is clear. “Record tourism and the 2030 World Cup are concentrating demand along key corridors as airports expand and a new 115,000-seat stadium comes online,” Garnier notes.

For management companies like Aleph Hospitality, scaling operations is key to supporting this growth. A deeper, more responsive local presence is central to Aleph’s plan. “To better serve all hotels under our management in Morocco, we will be opening a regional office in the first quarter of 2026,” reveals Bani Haddad, Founder & MD of Aleph Hospitality. “This office will be led by a regional Vice President based in Morocco, who will drive development efforts, enhance operational performance, and ensure faster responsiveness to owners.”

This expansion is fuelled by strong investor relationships. Aleph Hospitality notes that more than 60% of its existing owners entrust multiple properties to its management, a testament to a trust-based approach focused on long-term value creation.

Beyond accommodation, the entire hospitality ecosystem requires investment. TGP International, known for its expertise in food and beverage (F&B) strategy for mega-events, is exploring opportunities to support Morocco’s tourism and hospitality value chain through strategic F&B planning and concept development.

“From F&B master planning for mega events to developing world-class restaurant concepts within hotels, our work explores emerging areas such as food halls, wellness F&B and gastrotourism to build ecosystems that strengthen the wider hospitality network,” says Simon Wright, Founder and Chairman of TGP International. He emphasizes that strategic F&B can “not only enhance the guest experience but also express national identity and cultural pride on the global stage.”

The consensus is clear: Morocco’s infrastructure growth presents an unparalleled opportunity. The path to 2030 will be paved by a collaborative effort from global brands, dedicated management companies, strategic consultants, and a diverse network of investors.

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The Morocco Showcase Summit is the premier gathering for international investors, developers, financiers, and hospitality leaders to explore investment and partnership opportunities in Morocco’s rapidly evolving tourism and infrastructure landscape. The event facilitates the connections and insights necessary to drive the nation’s growth.

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire –  7 November 2025  – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) is committed to nurturing technology enterprises and talent, driving the development of the local innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem, while actively assisting Park companies in exploring international markets and leveraging Hong Kong’s role as a bridge in connecting the world and the mainland. Building on the positive momentum from the Dubai visit, 13 HKSTP Park companies joined a delegation led by Financial Secretary Paul Chan from October 27 to 31 to visit Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the 9th Future Investment Initiative (FII9).

13 HKSTP Park companies joined a delegation led by Financial Secretary Paul Chan to visit Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the 9th Future Investment Initiative (FII9).

Following HKSTP’s earlier collaboration with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council to lead 22 Hong Kong technology enterprises to two major I&T events in Dubai—GITEX Global and Expand North Star—the delegation once again visited Riyadh to further expand cooperation with the Middle East. The Future Investment Initiative brings together global political and business leaders, investors, and innovation pioneers to discuss future economic trends and investment opportunities.

Park company i2cool’s Co-founder and CEO, Dr Martin Zhu met with local chambers and institutions, and successfully signed a MoU with MADAR Building Materials Company.

Through participation in this high-level conference, Park companies actively promoted Hong Kong’s I&T ecosystem to decision-makers and business leaders in the Middle East, exploring potential opportunities in technology investment, research and development collaboration, and market expansion. Among them, Park company i2Cool achieved a significant progress by successfully signing a Memorandum of Understanding with MADAR Building Materials Company. Another Park company, Westwell Technolgy, which had previously visited the Middle East last year, shared its development journey at FII9 this year.

Park company Westwell Technology specialises in providing automated new energy solutions. At FII9, Yang Ming, CEO of Westwell Holdings (Hong Kong), delivered a presentation titled “Sailing to a more Sustainable Future of AI and Renewable Energy”, sharing insights on integrating AI and energy to drive the green transformation of the logistics industry. Currently, the company’s business spans 28 countries and regions, including the Middle East market.

This visit marks a significant milestone for HKSTP and Hong Kong’s I&T sector in establishing closer collaborative ties with the Middle East, expanding the global cooperation network, and opening a new chapter for Hong Kong’s I&T development.

About Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), established in 2001, has built a thriving innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem in Hong Kong, supporting 13 unicorns, nurturing around 15,000 research talents, and hosting more than 2,400 technology companies from 25 countries and regions specializing in biomedicine, AI and robotics, fintech, and smart city development.  HKSTP is dedicated to positioning Hong Kong as an international I&T hub.

To align with Hong Kong’s future development, HKSTP is committed to attracting and cultivating I&T talent, accelerating the commercialization of innovative outcomes, and providing comprehensive support for technology companies and professionals on their innovation journey.  Its vibrant I&T ecosystem continues to grow, encompassing Hong Kong Science Park in Pak Shek Kok, InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong, and three InnoParks in Tai Po, Yuen Long, and Tseung Kwan O.  These facilities drive advancements in applied technology, focusing on industries such as advanced manufacturing, micro-electronics, and biotechnology, steering Hong Kong toward new industrialization.

Hong Kong Science Park Shenzhen Branch, located in Futian, Shenzhen, leverages the strategic advantage of “support of the Motherland, connecting to the world.”  It serves as a bridge for “bringing in and going global,” actively fostering cross-border I&T collaboration.  The Shenzhen Branch supports global technology companies and professionals by providing research and collaboration spaces, with a focus on enterprises in seven key sectors: Medtech, big data and AI, robotics, new materials, microelectronics, fintech, and sustainable development.

HKSTP is dedicated to advancing Hong Kong’s I&T development by providing research infrastructure, startup and enterprise support services, professional investment and business expertise, fostering partnership networks, and attracting top talent.  These efforts drive innovation as a new engine for economic growth for Hong Kong.

More information about HKSTP is available at www.hkstp.org.

VIENNA/ GOTHENBURG / OSAKA – News Aktuell – 6 November 2025 – The Swedish-Austrian technology company Simple (www.itssimple.com) has launched a breakthrough AI platform that automatically reads and extracts data from invoices, quotes, and delivery notes to calculate precise CO₂e emissions in real time. Built on verified Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data, Simple transforms routine business documents into accurate, audit-ready Scope-3 insights – instantly, automatically, and at a fraction of today’s cost.

Instant CO₂e data – directly from operational documents

The platform’s AI reads invoices or supplier quotes, identifies materials, products and services, and instantly matches them with scientific emission factors. This enables item-level CO₂e figures to be generated activity-based, automatically and continuously – without manual input, estimation models or consulting projects. Results appear within minutes and are priced at just cents per bill, eliminating economic barriers to accurate Scope-3 accounting.

“Companies and institutions finally have access to CO₂e data that is both reliable and immediate,” said Mattias Brodendal, founder of Simple. “Our AI makes it possible to see the true climate impact of every purchase, project or planned supplier decision – as soon as the invoice or quote arrives.”

Powerful advantages for Scope-3 management

Scope-3 emissions, indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from a company’s value chain, can account for up to 90 per cent of the carbon footprint, yet they have long been complex and expensive to measure. Simple automates this process end-to-end:

• Automatic extraction of activity data from invoices, quotes, or delivery notes
• Scientific accuracy through integration with robust Life Cycle Assessment datasets
• Real-time, audit-ready results available via uploads, batch processing or APIs
• Low-cost pricing, with pay-per-bill rates in the low-cent range
• Seamless ERP integration, enabling immediate implementation and scaling

“For management and procurement teams, Simple enables truly data-driven decision-making in practice,” said Andreas Wiesmueller, co-founder of Simple. “You can compare suppliers, optimise sourcing and report Scope-3 emissions – all with the same reliable dataset.”

Pilot projects with clients confirm data precision, efficiency, and cost savings

Companies testing the platform have reported significant time savings and more precise climate intelligence. Scanfast, one of the early users, turned complex procurement data into actionable insights: “Simple has given us a level of precision that was previously impossible,” said Henrik Kleveros, CDO of Scanfast. “It automates what used to take weeks, ensures accuracy, and gives us immediate visibility into our sustainability data.”

Ready to deploy

Simple is now available for businesses of all sizes as well as public institutions. Integrations with major ERP systems are already available, allowing organisations to deploy the platform quickly and start receiving high-quality emissions data within days.

About Simple AI

Simple determines CO₂e emissions in real time by analysing invoices, quotes and delivery notes through advanced AI and verified Life Cycle Assessment data. The result: fully automated, highly accurate Scope-3 insights that enable sustainable decision-making, supplier comparisons and credible reporting in real-time.

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