Mirko Kern · CEO · Manroland · PrintPack India 2025

At Printpack India 2025, Wayne Beckett speaks with Mirko Kern, CEO of Manroland Sheetfed, about the company’s latest innovations and strategic direction in the global printing industry. With strong visitor engagement at the exhibition, Kern highlights Manroland’s focus on high-performance litho presses, particularly in the 70×100 and extra-large format sizes, catering to commercial and packaging markets. A key innovation on display is the PressPilot, a remote support system that enables real-time diagnostics and troubleshooting. With direct online connections to customers, Manroland’s service teams in India and Germany can guide operators through machine issues, ensuring faster resolutions and minimal downtime. Kern discusses the company’s continued growth since its acquisition by Langley Holdings in 2012, emphasizing its commitment to the Indian market. With a restructured and strengthened sales and engineering team, Manroland India now provides full-scale support across the country, covering installation, maintenance, and print expertise. The conversation also touches on the company’s approach to automation. Modern offset presses now feature push-button operation, fully automated register control, and inline color measurement for seamless production efficiency. With India emerging as one of the largest and fastest-growing print markets, Manroland is positioning itself as a key player in both commercial and packaging segments. This conversation offers valuable insights into the company’s vision, technological advancements, and expanding presence in the Indian printing industry.