Foundation and Evolution: BOBST was founded in 1890 by Joseph Bobst in Lausanne, Switzerland. The company began as a small printing workshop and has transformed into a global leader in equipment and services for packaging and label manufacturers. Over the years, BOBST has pioneered many innovations in the packaging industry, including the introduction of the first flatbed die-cutting machine in 1940. In 1972, they launched the Domino folding-gluing machine, revolutionizing the design of folding boxes. In the 2000s, the company restructured under a new CEO, Jean-Pascal Bobst, and consolidated all operations in a single site in Mex, Switzerland, in 2013. Today, BOBST employs around 5,000 people in over 50 countries and is known for its focus on efficiency and sustainability.