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KURZ SCRIBOS Solutions at ProWein 2026: Strong Brands, Strong Labels
11/03/2026
At ProWein 2026 in Düsseldorf, the expert team behind the KURZ SCRIBOS brand, together with renowned Austrian quality winemaker Willi Opitz, will present innovative label solutions. The focus of the trade show appearance will be three KURZ SCRIBOS concept solutions developed for CASAGA, POLE POSITION®, and PINK KISS® by Willi Opitz. They demonstrate how TRUSTSEAL® and TRUSTSEAL® SFX can be used to incorporate distinctive design accents, three-dimensional effects, and integrated security features into label concepts – creating a strong brand presence at the POS. Visit us from March 15 to 17, 2026, in Hall 4, Booth E27.
Leadership Change at KURZ
02/02/2026
As of February 1, 2026, Dr. Christian Hub will take over leadership of the Business Area Plastic Decoration at LEONHARD KURZ. He succeeds Rainer Süßmann, who leaves the company after more than 38 years and will support the transition until June 2026. Dr. Hub, who joined KURZ in 2010, most recently led Burg Design. His clear leadership and strategic vision set the course for a strong future. Mario Erlacher will assume local leadership at Burg Design. This move positions KURZ for stability and innovation in plastic decoration.
New Neuromarketing Study Proves Influence of Sensory Label Designs on Purchasing Decisions
04/12/2025
A new study by SenseCatch in collaboration with KURZ, UPM, and Eurostampa shows that haptics, visual effects, and materiality significantly influence unconscious decision-making processes in the tequila category. It confirms the central role of sensory-effective packaging design for a strong brand presence at the POS.
LEONHARD KURZ Receives Silver in the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating 2025
20/11/2025
LEONHARD KURZ has once again been recognized in the latest EcoVadis Sustainability Rating, receiving the silver medal. This places KURZ among the top 15% of all companies assessed worldwide - and even among the top 6% in its industry. This result confirms the successful implementation of the sustainability strategy under the motto ‘Be a green leader.’ KURZ significantly improved its rating, particularly in the areas of environment, ethics, and labor and human rights. KURZ remains committed to its long-term goal of achieving CO2-neutral operations by 2040.
KURZ DREAMCOMPOSER® now as a free basic version: 3D visualization for design, packaging, and labels
18/09/2025
LEONHARD KURZ, embellishing specialist and a global market leader in thin-film technology, is presenting an update to its innovative 3D design software DREAMCOMPOSER® at Labelexpo 2025. The new release will see the launch of a free basic version of the digital tool, aimed at designers, brand man-agers, and creative professionals who want to plan, test, and visualize their visions quickly, professionally, and realistically.