Kissel + Wolf to distribute Esko software

Esko has appointed Kissel + Wolf to distribute its range of packaging prepress software, including the world’s most popular structural design software for packaging, ArtiosCAD.

The new agreement sees Kissel + Wolf Australia become a dealer of Esko software, including its packaging management solution WebCenter, its new cloud-based Automation Engine, as well as ArtiosCAD.

Scott Thompson, Esko regional marketing & channels manager (Oceania), said, “This is an exciting period for us, and this partnership is important to our strategy moving forward. It not only strengthens our distribution foothold in the region, but partners Esko with one of the key suppliers to the print and packaging industry.”

“We are delighted to have cultivated this successful relationship, and to work so closely with such a well-respected and renowned company,” he said.

Jamie Weller, business development director ANZ – Industrial Print & Packaging of Kissel + Wolf, said, “We are excited to partner with Esko, and it enables us to strengthen our digital ecosystem and deliver innovative solutions that address specific pain points, and meet the ever-changing needs of our packaging customers across the region.”

“We are committed to developing new products, services and solutions and are a pioneer in adopting new technology, with an emphasis on products that benefit our customers and the entire print & packaging industry,” said Weller. “We draw upon our understanding of local and international trends and developments to offer a comprehensive range of tailor-made solutions, services and products to our customers. Esko is renowned for its innovative portfolio of integrated solutions and this new partnership represents a significant addition to our offering."