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Adliswil, November 15, 2018 – Everyone is talking about digital printing and digitalisation. Schmid Rhyner AG and their partner have the digital solution for print finishing.

Seon, November 15, 2018 - In a further logical step towards embracing the leading role in responsible production, Mammut has published its Corporate Responsibility goals for the next five years. The plan provides a transparent overview of the successes and challenges inherent in the production of sustainable products. Working on a timescale until 2023, the outdoor company intends to significantly reduce the environmental footprint of its collections and ban environmentally damaging substances from supply chains. In addition, Mammut ensures fair working conditions in production and the origin of animal materials from responsible sources.

Zurich, November 7, 2018 – Conzzeta evaluates divestment opportunities for the Glass Processing segment with the purpose to reduce complexity and to focus the Group’s business portfolio. The Group is in discussions with potentially interested parties.

Niederönz, October 23, 2018 - Right on time for the most important sheet metal processing industry event, Bystronic is presenting comprehensive innovations for all aspects relating to cutting, bending, and automation. In the future, networked manufacturing processes, integrated automation, and digital service solutions will help customers to profoundly optimize the manufacturing of sheet metal products.

Neuhausen-Hamberg, October 23, 2018 – At glasstec 2018 from 23 to 26 October 2018, two subsidiaries of Conzzeta AG will be holding a joint event and trade fair campaign. A special sporting challenge awaits visitors to the Bystronic glass stand in Hall 14, Stand No. A51 / A52 this year. It is a 5 metre high climbing wall made of glass, which visitors can climb and which is secured by mountain guides of the MAMMUT Alpine School.

Niederönz, October 19, 2018 – At the EuroBLECH 2018 exhibition, Bystronic is presenting the networked world of sheet metal processing. Under the motto “World Class Manufacturing”, customers and visitors experience live where integrated automation and new software solutions for laser cutting and bending are heading.

Zurich, October 16, 2018 – The Conzzeta Group achieved revenue growth of 29.3% or CHF 1,306.5 million in the first nine months of 2018. At constant exchange rates and adjusted for changes in the scope of consolidation, revenue growth amounted to 14.0%. Order intake for capital goods rose by 9.7%.

Adliswil, September 20, 2018 – Schmid Rhyner AG’s compliance with the GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) developed by EuPIA has been certified by QS ZÜRICH AG. This certification is extremely important for the production of packaging in the food industry. With its innovative coatings, Schmid Rhyner helps food packaging manufacturers with product differentiation at the point of sale, an area that is becoming increasingly important.

Elgin, September 18, 2018 – Near Chicago, Bystronic is building an advanced Experience Center. Here, visitors will be able to experience the “smart factory” for sheet metal processing. Bystronic will thus demonstrate live how sheet metal products are manufactured in the age of automation, digital networking, and intelligent services. With the groundbreaking ceremony, the construction phase has now begun and will be completed by the summer of 2019.

Zurich, August 10, 2018 – With revenue of CHF 853.3 million (previous year: CHF 623.5 million), the Conzzeta Group achieved 36.8% growth in the first half of 2018. Adjusted for changes in the scope of consolidation and at constant exchange rates, revenue growth amounted to 19.7%. The operating result (EBIT) increased by 72.9% to CHF 66.3 million, corresponding to an EBIT margin of 7.6% (5.8%). 

Zurich, August 2, 2018 – The Board of Directors of Conzzeta AG has nominated Michael König for the next Annual General Meeting on April 16, 2019 as a new member of the Board of Directors. He will replace Werner Dubach, who will step down from the board after 25 years.

Seon, June 28, 2018 - Mammut is going to unveil its brand-new Delta X collection in Berlin on July 3^rd 2018, prior to its market launch in the summer season 2019. Based on more than 155 years of experience, the Swiss outdoor specialist Mammut is presenting a collection that combines functional performance and urban design.

Zurich, June 26, 2018 – Conzzeta has reported signing an agreement to acquire a 70% majority stake in the Italian automation specialist Antil S.p.A, based in San Giuliano Milanese, Milan. Antil S.p.A has been operating since 1989; in 2017, its around 100 employees generated revenue of a little over EUR 18 million. The transaction is planned to be concluded in the coming weeks.

Neuhausen-Hamberg, June 25, 2018 - Bystronic glass once again achieved great success after the commissioning and installation of a new B’JUMBO I.G. line in Auckland, New Zealand. The progressive project is part of an expansion phase at one of Australasia’s leading glass processors – Metro Performance Glass. 

Neuhausen-Hamberg, May 28, 2018 - Discover the world’s biggest I.G. production line, manufactured by Bystronic glass. With the B’JUMBO XXL, Bystronic glass is setting new benchmarks in architectural glass production: The production line measuring 165 metres in length is used to automatically produce insulating glass up to 18 metres in length, a globally unique size.

Seon, May 24, 2018 - On May 25, 2018, Mammut is launching UltimateYou, a pilot project for customizable soft shell jackets. Consumers will be able to use an online configurator to design their own personalized jacket, choosing from over 25,000 possible combinations. Thereby the Swiss outdoor company Mammut earns a pioneering status in its industry. The pilot will be launched exclusively in Switzerland and is limited to 200 jackets.