- Business
- Koenig & Bauer AG (KBA) is a global technology group and the world’s oldest large-format printing press manufacturer, delivering integrated systems and services for the print media industry. Primary business activity centers on the design, manufacture, sale, and service of printing presses and related equipment for commercial, label, and packaging print segments, as well as associated consumables and software that optimize production workflows.
Main products and services: sheet-fed and web offset presses; digital printing systems; high-speed embossing and coating equipment; finishing and converting lines; printing consumables (inks, blankets, rollers, washes); automation software and workflow solutions; predictive maintenance and spare parts; retrofits, upgrades, and modernization services; print production consulting and on-site operator training.
Geographic operations and market reach: headquartered in Germany with manufacturing, sales, and service networks across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East; global footprint supports customers in packaging, commercial and newspaper printing, with local subsidiaries and partner networks providing regional aftermarket support.
Founding year and headquarters: founded in 1817; headquarters in Wiesbaden, Germany.
Industry and business segments: printing technology and equipment; packaging and commercial print solutions; digital and automation software; aftermarket services and modernization programs.
Subsidiaries and parent relationships: operates as an independent listed company with a global network of subsidiaries and regional distributors; maintains strategic partnerships and technology collaborations to expand product capabilities and market presence.
Latest major company changes: recently expands partnerships with industry technology providers to enhance integrated print production ecosystems; advances in digital and hybrid printing platforms; launches new high-productivity presses and modular automation upgrades; pursuing strategic expansions in color-label and packaging markets; completes targeted efficiency improvements and organization realignments to strengthen global service delivery.