Bobst Group

Bobst Group is a Swiss multinational company that designs, manufactures, and sells machinery and services for the packaging and printing industries. Its product portfolio includes extrusion coating lines, lamination machines, printing presses, converting equipment, and digital finishing solutions. The company serves customers in sectors such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, personal care, and consumer goods, providing technology that enables the production of flexible packaging, labels, and cartons. Bobst Group’s offerings are used to improve efficiency, sustainability, and product quality in high‑volume production environments. The firm also provides after‑sales support, spare parts, and technical training to help customers maintain optimal machine performance. Its solutions are deployed in production facilities around the world, supporting both large‑scale converters and specialized niche manufacturers.

The company’s headquarters are located in Switzerland, and it has operations in many countries worldwide. Bobst Group is recognized for its specialization in flexible packaging technology and its long‑standing expertise in extrusion and coating processes, which are considered core competencies within the industry. The firm’s commitment to innovation is reflected in its development of digital printing and hybrid solutions that address evolving market demands for shorter runs and personalized packaging. In terms of structure, Bobst Group SA is a publicly listed company on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The 2023 cyber incident, in which the company thwarted two targeted intrusion attempts and activated its emergency plan to isolate affected systems, illustrates its operational resilience and cybersecurity preparedness. Production resumed shortly after the incident, and the company later disclosed that the ransomware group Black Basta claimed responsibility and published some stolen documents.