Gallus Group, the label printing technology business owned by Heidelberg, has announced changes to its leadership team as it enters its next phase of development.
From 1 November 2026, Dario Urbinati will step down as CEO and join the Board of directors of Gallus Ferd Rüesch, becoming president of the Board on 1 January 2027. Current chief financial officer Michael Bsirske will become interim CEO.
Mr Urbinati said the move would allow him to remain involved with Gallus while stepping back from day-to-day operations. He said the company had made significant progress in recent years, particularly in digital transformation, and that he would continue to support its long-term strategy, innovation and customer relationships.
“The transformation journey Gallus has undertaken over recent years has been incredibly successful, and I am extremely proud of what the entire team has achieved together,” commented Mr Urbinati. “In my new Board role, I will remain closely connected to Gallus.”
Mr Bsirske, who has held senior roles at both Gallus and Heidelberg, said his priority as interim CEO would be maintaining the company’s focus on customers as the labels market develops.
“My priority will be to ensure that Gallus continues delivering success for our customers,” says Mr Bsirske. “That means staying close to the market, listening carefully to what converters need, and working closely with our customers, partners and suppliers to deliver solutions that make a real difference to their businesses.”
The company also announced that Uwe Boerner will become head of global sales from 1 October, while retaining responsibility for key accounts. He succeeds Thomas Schweizer, who is leaving Gallus to pursue an opportunity outside the company.
Gallus said the leadership changes come as it continues to expand its digital portfolio, including the Gallus One and Gallus Five, while developing its established product range and expanding into growth markets such as India.
Dr David Schmedding, chief technology and sales officer at Heidelberg, said Mr Urbinati and the Gallus leadership team had overseen a period of transformation and growth.
“We have the right people to lead this next phase of the business and build on the strong foundations already established, supporting continued innovation, operational excellence and long-term customer success,” he stated.
Gallus said its long-term strategy and focus on customer relationships and innovation would remain unchanged, with the company continuing to develop technologies aimed at helping converters create more automated, connected and flexible production environments.
