Matt Ashman · CEO · Durst Oceania · DURST Next

At Durst’s Print Next event in Brixen, Editor Morten B. Reitoft speaks with Matt Ashman, Managing Director of Durst Oceania, about the Australian and New Zealand markets, why Durst continues to grow across the region, and how the company’s latest strategic initiative, Kyveris, fits into the future of print production.

Although Australia and New Zealand together represent a relatively small population, Durst Oceania has built an impressive presence, reaching 100 Durst installations in just seven years. Matt explains that the region continues to invest in new technology and that printers remain optimistic despite global economic uncertainty. Australian print service providers value local partnerships, long-term support, and technologies that help them remain competitive in demanding markets.

The conversation naturally turns to Kyveris, Durst’s new platform for intelligent workflow orchestration. Matt explains that Durst has repeatedly demonstrated its ability to anticipate where the market is heading—from photographic systems to wide-format inkjet, labels, packaging, and industrial applications. In his view, Kyveris represents the next logical step, connecting production through software, automation, and data rather than focusing solely on individual machines.

Matt also shares why customers from Australia immediately accepted the invitation to travel to Brixen. Visiting Durst headquarters allows them to experience what he describes as the company’s DNA—a culture where everyone is aligned behind a common vision. That commitment, combined with long-term investment in research and development, gives customers confidence that they are partnering with a company that is planning not only for today’s business, but for the next decade and beyond.

The discussion also touches on Durst’s strategic collaborations with industry leaders, including Koenig & Bauer and OMET. Rather than trying to build every solution themselves, Durst continues to partner with companies that are leaders in their respective fields, allowing customers to benefit from complete production solutions built around best-in-class technology.

A fascinating conversation about leadership, partnerships, innovation, and why Durst’s vision continues to resonate with print businesses on the other side of the world.