02/12/2026
The Page Bros Group, based in Norwich, UK, is a printing and fulfillment company serving publishing and commercial companies in the UK and beyond. The company offers a wide range of premedia, printing, and fulfillment services, including direct mail, security printing, and accessible formats. Page Bros has set the course for further growth and has launched a three-year investment program worth seven million pounds (approx. eight million euros). A significant portion of this will be invested in renewing the company's machinery. The company has now invested in a Speedmaster XL 106-5+L from Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), which replaces an older Speedmaster CX 102.
The efficiency of the Speedmaster XL 106 with Prinect integration enables faster and more reliable delivery times, consistently high-quality results, and greater production flexibility. As it consumes less energy and produces less waste, it also supports the sustainability goals of Page Bros and its customers. The company also uses a Stahlfolder TH 82-P, which supports the new printing press in post-press with its high productivity.
“With the installation of the new Speedmaster XL 106, HEIDELBERG is giving Page Bros' production workflow a significant boost in automation and once again demonstrating its expertise as a system integrator. This enables our customers to continue growing profitably and increase their competitiveness,” says Dr. David Schmedding, Chief Technology and Sales Officer at HEIDELBERG.
"The Speedmaster XL 106 offers us maximum speed, flexibility, and quality, enabling us to take on larger, more complex projects and deliver them faster and more sustainably than before. This investment is not only about meeting the needs of our customers today, but also about anticipating the demands of tomorrow and giving us a competitive edge," says Page Bros CEO Alex Tuya.
The Speedmaster XL 106 from the Peak Performance Generation, which HEIDELBERG unveiled at drupa 2024, reduces environmental impact, maximizes productivity, and ensures consistently high quality. The proven XL platform is known worldwide for its reliability, automation, and functionality. Supported by HEIDELBERG's strong service network, it offers outstanding added value and fits perfectly with Page Bros.' requirements and strategy.
Peak Performance Generation of the Speedmaster XL 106 – more automation, efficiency, and sustainability, less waste
The automation of the Speedmaster XL 106 can reduce makeready times by up to 40 percent, while inline control systems minimize waste at the start of a job. In practice, this means significant increases in efficiency and production: more output per shift, higher order volumes with faster turnaround times. Color management has also been optimized, ensuring consistency for long-term and repeat orders.
"Our operators will benefit from modern automation and user-friendly control systems," says Spencer Armes, Chief Operating Officer at Page Bros, "making their work more efficient and less physically demanding. For our customers, this investment represents our commitment to quality, reliability, and service, as well as the assurance of having a printing partner who is ready to grow with them."
"This investment will help future-proof our operations and remain agile and competitive in a dynamic and ever-evolving market," Tuya concludes.
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) is a leading technology company that has been standing for innovation, quality, and reliability in mechanical engineering worldwide for more than 175 years. With a clear focus on growth and as a total solution provider, HEIDELBERG is driving further development in the core areas of packaging and digital printing, software solutions, and lifecycle business with service and consumables so that customers can achieve maximum productivity and efficiency. The company is also focusing on expanding into new business areas such as high-precision plant engineering with integrated control systems, automation technology, robotics, and the growing green technologies sector. With its strong international presence in approximately 170 countries, the creative power and expertise of its roughly 9,500 employees, its own production facilities in Europe, China, and the USA, and one of the largest global sales and service networks, the company is ideally positioned for future growth.
Image 1: (from left) Alex Tuya, CEO of Page Pros Group, together with Ryan Miles, Managing Director of HEIDELBERG UK: "We want to continue to grow and expand our competitiveness with the new Speedmaster XL 106," says Tuya.
Image material, and further information about the company are available in the Investor Relations and Press Lounge of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG at www.heidelberg.com.
This release contains forward-looking statements based on assumptions and estimates by the management of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft. Even though the management is of the opinion that these assumptions and estimates are accurate, the actual future development and results may deviate substantially from these forward-looking statements due to various factors, such as changes in the overall economic situation, in exchange and interest rates, and within the print media industry. Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft provides no guarantee and assumes no liability for future developments and results deviating from the assumptions and estimates made in this press release.
Matthias Hartung
Press Officer – Corporate, Print Systems, and Technology
Tel.: +49 (0)6222 82 67174
Email: matthias.hartung@heidelberg.com
02/12/2026
The Page Bros Group, based in Norwich, UK, is a printing and fulfillment company serving publishing and commercial companies in the UK and beyond. The company offers a wide range of premedia, printing, and fulfillment services, including direct mail, security printing, and accessible formats. Page Bros has set the course for further growth and has launched a three-year investment program worth seven million pounds (approx. eight million euros). A significant portion of this will be invested in renewing the company's machinery. The company has now invested in a Speedmaster XL 106-5+L from Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG), which replaces an older Speedmaster CX 102.
The efficiency of the Speedmaster XL 106 with Prinect integration enables faster and more reliable delivery times, consistently high-quality results, and greater production flexibility. As it consumes less energy and produces less waste, it also supports the sustainability goals of Page Bros and its customers. The company also uses a Stahlfolder TH 82-P, which supports the new printing press in post-press with its high productivity.
“With the installation of the new Speedmaster XL 106, HEIDELBERG is giving Page Bros' production workflow a significant boost in automation and once again demonstrating its expertise as a system integrator. This enables our customers to continue growing profitably and increase their competitiveness,” says Dr. David Schmedding, Chief Technology and Sales Officer at HEIDELBERG.
"The Speedmaster XL 106 offers us maximum speed, flexibility, and quality, enabling us to take on larger, more complex projects and deliver them faster and more sustainably than before. This investment is not only about meeting the needs of our customers today, but also about anticipating the demands of tomorrow and giving us a competitive edge," says Page Bros CEO Alex Tuya.
The Speedmaster XL 106 from the Peak Performance Generation, which HEIDELBERG unveiled at drupa 2024, reduces environmental impact, maximizes productivity, and ensures consistently high quality. The proven XL platform is known worldwide for its reliability, automation, and functionality. Supported by HEIDELBERG's strong service network, it offers outstanding added value and fits perfectly with Page Bros.' requirements and strategy.
Peak Performance Generation of the Speedmaster XL 106 – more automation, efficiency, and sustainability, less waste
The automation of the Speedmaster XL 106 can reduce makeready times by up to 40 percent, while inline control systems minimize waste at the start of a job. In practice, this means significant increases in efficiency and production: more output per shift, higher order volumes with faster turnaround times. Color management has also been optimized, ensuring consistency for long-term and repeat orders.
"Our operators will benefit from modern automation and user-friendly control systems," says Spencer Armes, Chief Operating Officer at Page Bros, "making their work more efficient and less physically demanding. For our customers, this investment represents our commitment to quality, reliability, and service, as well as the assurance of having a printing partner who is ready to grow with them."
"This investment will help future-proof our operations and remain agile and competitive in a dynamic and ever-evolving market," Tuya concludes.
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) is a leading technology company that has been standing for innovation, quality, and reliability in mechanical engineering worldwide for more than 175 years. With a clear focus on growth and as a total solution provider, HEIDELBERG is driving further development in the core areas of packaging and digital printing, software solutions, and lifecycle business with service and consumables so that customers can achieve maximum productivity and efficiency. The company is also focusing on expanding into new business areas such as high-precision plant engineering with integrated control systems, automation technology, robotics, and the growing green technologies sector. With its strong international presence in approximately 170 countries, the creative power and expertise of its roughly 9,500 employees, its own production facilities in Europe, China, and the USA, and one of the largest global sales and service networks, the company is ideally positioned for future growth.
Image 1: (from left) Alex Tuya, CEO of Page Pros Group, together with Ryan Miles, Managing Director of HEIDELBERG UK: "We want to continue to grow and expand our competitiveness with the new Speedmaster XL 106," says Tuya.
Image material, and further information about the company are available in the Investor Relations and Press Lounge of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG at www.heidelberg.com.
This release contains forward-looking statements based on assumptions and estimates by the management of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft. Even though the management is of the opinion that these assumptions and estimates are accurate, the actual future development and results may deviate substantially from these forward-looking statements due to various factors, such as changes in the overall economic situation, in exchange and interest rates, and within the print media industry. Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft provides no guarantee and assumes no liability for future developments and results deviating from the assumptions and estimates made in this press release.
Press Officer – Corporate, Print Systems, and Technology
Tel.: +49 (0)6222 82 67174
