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Wolfhausen, February 13, 2019 - FoamPartner collaborates with Rinspeed in the development of high-quality automotive interiors based on polyurethane foam.

Zurich, February 6, 2019 – The Conzzeta Group achieved revenue growth in 2018 of 20.2% or CHF 1,782.2 million. Adjusted for currency translation effects and changes in the scope of consolidation, revenue growth amounted to 10.4%. Order intake for capital goods rose by 5.8%. 

Zurich, January 25, 2019 – Conzzeta reports the signing of a binding agreement to divest its Glass Processing segment to Glaston Corporation, headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, for an enterprise value of EUR 68 million (CHF 78 million). The closing of the transaction is expected by the end of the first quarter 2019, subject to regulatory approval. Glaston has secured committed debt and equity financing, subject to customary conditions and support of an extraordinary general meeting, respectively. 

Seon, January 14, 2019 - Mammut is the first outdoor brand using NFC and also one of the first sport brands with an experience based concept behind the technology. Mammut Connect is able to connect the offline with the online world. Thereby it brings together hardware and software in one unique product. By launching Mammut Connect the Swiss outdoor company takes wholesale by the hand and guides it on a common path into digitalization.

Neuhausen-Hamberg, December 14, 2018 - In a fiercely competitive market, the high caliber standards of Bystronic glass are giving long standing customers a decidedly significant market advantage.

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.