Koenig & Bauer reported a successful 2025 financial year, achieving its targets while significantly improving profitability despite ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainty. Group revenue reached €1.3 billion, while operating EBIT more than doubled to €36.6 million, lifting the margin to 2.8%. The company also generated positive free cash flow of €7.2 million, supported by strong performance in the final quarter and reduced extraordinary costs following the completion of its “Spotlight” program.

Both business segments contributed to the improved results. The Paper & Packaging segment delivered higher profitability with operating EBIT rising to €25.0 million, while the Special & New Technologies segment achieved an operational turnaround, moving into positive territory at €9.0 million. These gains reflect ongoing efforts to enhance efficiency, expand into new markets, and build resilience across a diversified portfolio that includes packaging, security printing, and emerging digital applications.

Looking ahead, Koenig & Bauer is entering a new strategic phase with its IMPACT framework, which aims to transform the company into a technology-driven provider focused on artificial intelligence, automation, and digital printing. With a strong order backlog and increased order intake in early 2026, the company expects stable revenue and improved EBITDA performance in the coming year. The strategy targets medium-term revenue potential of €1.5 billion and operating EBITDA margins of at least 8%, positioning the business for sustained growth in an increasingly complex global market.