Durst has looked to strengthen its software strategy, focusing on openness and connectivity, through the acquisition of Callas Software, provider of prepress automation and PDF technologies.
The objective of the acquisition is to create intelligent, seamless automation between machines, software, and print processes. At the same time, Callas Software will remain autonomous in its management and product development.
For Callas customers and OEM partners, the acquisition brings maximum stability and new technological opportunities: expanded integration options and advancement, through access to Durst’s technologies; unchanged OEM contracts, existing customer relationships will remain unaffected; and long-term security, as Callas will continue to operate as an independent company.
Dietrich von Seggern, CEO of Callas Software
“Maintaining Callas’ independence was a central requirement for joining the Durst Group,” said Dietrich von Seggern, CEO of Callas Software. “Our customers must be able to trust that callas will continue as a reliable partner – while also gaining a new foundation for long-term innovation.”
Durst said Callas will play a key role in connecting isolated solutions and enabling print service providers worldwide to achieve greater efficiency, scalability, and flexibility. In the coming months, the collaboration will deepen as the companies aim to leverage synergies and accelerate the development of an open, vendor-independent software platform for the print industry.
“This is not just another step towards digitalisation – we are actively shaping the future of digital printing,” commented Christoph Gamper, CEO and co-owner of the Durst. “With Callas at our side, we are making print software smarter, more connected, and more powerful. The best solutions arise when strong partners work together toward a shared vision.”
