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<![CDATA[Corporate News]]> http://www.swisslog.com/news-archive.htm Mon, 20 May 2013 13:27:26 GMT en-us Swisslog Annual General Meeting Approves All Board Proposals <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2013-04-11-news-crp-gv-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Buchs/Aarau, 11 April 2013 – The shareholders of Swisslog Holding AG approved all proposals of the Board of Directors by a large majority on today's Annual General Meeting. They voted for the distribution of a dividend of CHF 0.02 per share from the capital contributions reserve. Bernd Minning and Peter Hettich were elected as new members of the Board of Directors. Swisslog’s Board of Directors is from now on composed of: Hans Ziegler (Chairman), Jürg Rückert (Vice-Chairman, Lead Director), Peter Hettich, Johann Löttner, and Bernd Minning. Calendar: 29 May 2013: Investors‘ Day 20 August 2013: Publication of Half-Year Result 2013 <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Reto Sidler Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail:<a href="mailto:reto.sidler@swisslog.com">reto.sidler@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> </td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 100 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=20725 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:13:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=20725 Swisslog with increased sales and operating profit Record-high order intake for the Healthcare Solutions divisionBuchs/Aarau, 7 March 2013 – Swisslog’s net sales in the 2012 fiscal year rose to MCHF 652.0, which is equivalent to an increase of 13.4% year-on-year. The provider of automated logistics solutions to hospitals and distribution centers succeeded in increasing its EBIT by 33.3%, to MCHF 25.6. However, restructuring expenses took their toll on net profit. Swisslog sees positive growth in profitability for the current fiscal year. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2013-03-07-crp-news-annualreport-news-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release including financial summary</a><a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2013-03-07-crp-news-annualreport-presentation-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media and analyst presentation</a> <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/crp-ir-2012-financialreport-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download 2012 financial report</a> <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/crp-ir-2012-annualreport-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download 2012 annual report</a> Swisslog closed the 2012 fiscal year with a satisfactory overall result. There was an increase in both net sales and EBIT. The Healthcare Solutions division (HCS) in particular experienced a positive development, once again with record-high order intake, and it acquired its biggest order ever in the growing market of Asia. As expected, order intake for the Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division (WDS) fell year-on-year. The decrease is attributable to the fact that, in the previous year, the division succeeded in receiving a major order with an extraordinarily large order value. Expansion in Asia – new markets in Europe Swisslog remains well positioned in its target markets (i.e., for the HCS division, in the hospital sector, and, for the WDS division, in the retail, food and beverage market as well as the pharma sector). Both divisions have invested in innovations, which are now reaching market-readiness. For example, HCS, together with an American company called JBT, has developed a new generation of automated guided vehicles for hospitals, which will be brought onto the market in 2013. In addition, HSC launched the UniPick picking solution for hospital outpatient pharmacies on the Chinese market. Swisslog sees great potential for growth in this segment. In North America, it expanded its portfolio in the field of automated drug management systems with MedTower. The WDS division introduced two innovative picking systems onto the market. From a geographical point of view, emphasis is to be placed on Asia. Swisslog has invested heavily in the expansion of the organization there. Furthermore, Swisslog is now represented by both divisions on the Turkish and Polish markets. Lower order intake – higher net sales The Group's order intake reduced year-on-year by 9.3% (−11.6% in constant currencies) to MCHF 632.4 and thus remained within the range expected. Three large orders (projects with order volumes larger than MCHF 20) were won in the 2012 fiscal year—about just as much as in the previous year. However, the order volume of these large orders was significantly lower than for the year prior. The margin in order intake experienced positive growth, which will improve profitability next year. Based on the higher order backlog in relative terms at the end of 2011, net sales got a substantial increase, climbing to MCHF 652.0 (+13.4%, or +10.8% in constant currencies). These higher net sales led to a rise in operating profit before interest and taxes (EBIT) and before restructuring expenses, which brought it up to MCHF 25.6 (+33.3%, or +23.4% in constant currencies). The progress of HCS and the reduced fixed costs in corporate headquarters in particular have contributed significantly to the better operating profit. The EBIT margin also increased from 3.3% to 3.9% as a result. Swisslog is thus on track to achieve its target margin of 5% by 2014. Positive effects of Score! Swisslog put special emphasis on the Score! program in the 2012 fiscal year, which aims to improve profitability. With this program, structures in the whole company were optimized during the year under review in order to sustainably increase profitability by MCHF 8–10 by 2014. This was carried out on the one hand via cost optimizations, and on the other by realizing potential for growth. Various sub-projects were almost completed by the end of 2012 and resulted in restructuring expenses that affected the financial result in 2012 amounting to a total of MCHF 8.0. Net profit thus fell by 33.3% (−40.5% in constant currencies) to MCHF 7.8. The financial situation of Swisslog remains solid. The General Meeting will therefore propose that a dividend of CHF 0.02 per share be distributed. HCS with significant improvement, WDS with more new business The growth of the Healthcare Solutions division is encouraging on all levels. In Europe, a return to profitable results was begun. In addition, the division's order intake came in strong in all three regions (North America, Europe, Asia), totaling a record-high MCHF 243.9 (+11.0%, or +6.8% in constant currencies). The division's solid growth in the growing market of Asia in particular is noteworthy, which is where HCS acquired its largest order ever. The division's order backlog climbed to MCHF 163.3 (+6.2%, or +8.2% in constant currencies). Positive growth was also seen in net sales, which came in at MCHF 219.3 (+6.6%, or +2.3% in constant currencies), and EBIT before restructuring expenses, which came in at MCHF 18.0 (+40.6%, or +32.0% in constant currencies). The division succeeded in increasing its EBIT margin from 6.2% to 8.2% and is thus approaching its target value of 10%. The profit that came in for the Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division was not entirely satisfactory. The division's order intake fell, as expected, to MCHF 388.5 (−18.6%, or −20.1% in constant currencies). The division's order backlog, which came in at MCHF 324.1 (−11.4%, or −11.7% in constant currencies), is lower than it was the year prior, while the quality of the order backlog in terms of margins is better than in the previous year. Net sales increased by 17.2% (+15.5% in constant currencies) totaling MCHF 432.7. This growth in net sales has not led to an improvement in EBIT, because the lower-margin new business in particular was increased. EBIT before restructuring expenses amounted to MCHF 15.6 (+2.0%, or −3.3% in constant currencies), and the EBIT margin fell from 4.1% to 3.6%. The targeted EBIT margin remains at 5%. New executive management and new head of WDS The 2012 fiscal year was also characterized by two important staff changes. Remo Brunschwiler, CEO of the Swisslog Group since 2003, left the Company effective the end of December 2012 to take over the lead of the Selecta Group. The Board of Directors subsequently decided to streamline the management structure of the Group. Chairman of the Board of Directors Hans Ziegler has taken over the lead of the Executive Committee as of January 1, 2013. In addition to Hans Ziegler, Karl Pühringer, Head of the Healthcare Solutions division, and Joe Doering, the new Head of the Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division, as well as Christian Mäder as Chief Financial Officer are now part of the Executive Committee. Christian Mäder also heads up the Corporate Center. Positive outlook Swisslog sees positive growth in profitability for 2013, especially as a result of the improved margin in its order backlog and the positive effects of Score! Given the background of large economic uncertainties, especially in Europe, expectations are, however, more on the conservative side. Swisslog sees a substantially more positive outlook for its business in Asia, where we expect further growth for 2013. We also see growth in the U.S. market in a positive light. Swisslog expects stable net sales for 2013, along with an increased EBIT margin of between 4.0% and 4.5%. The 2012 Annual Report is available in English and German and can also be found at the website www.swisslog.com. The German report is the authoritative version. Calendar 11 April 2013: 2013 General Meeting of Shareholders 29 May 2013: Investor Day 20 August 2013: Publication of 2013 Half-Year Result <table><tr><td>Contact Swisslog Holding AG Reto Sidler Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:reto.sidler@swisslog.com">reto.sidler@swisslog.com</a> Internet: www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 10 E-mail:<a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> Internet: www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Get inspired - Join the dialog Visit our blog, where our experts regularly share news and information on hot topics within various industries such as F&B and Retail. You will find interesting opinions and comments on the automated warehouse and DC developments. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=20364 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 08:17:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=20364 Swisslog proposes two new members for the Board Buchs/Aarau, 5 March 2013 – Swisslog is nominating Bernd Minning and Peter Hettich for election as members of the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting of 11 April 2013. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2013-03-05-news-crp-newboardmembers.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Mr Minning is the President and CEO of Grenzebach Maschinenbau GmbH in Asbach-Bäumenheim, Germany and Mr Hettich is the head of Grenzebach’s General Industry division. Grenzebach, a company active in mechanical and plant engineering as well as in process and material flow technologies, is the largest single shareholder of Swisslog Holding AG. The two candidates are to assume the seats of Rudolf Weber and Heinz Bachmann. Rudolf Weber will resign from the Board of Directors at the time of the Annual General Meeting. Heinz Bachmann will also resign from the Board of Directors due to the statutory age limit. Swisslog expresses its gratitude to both of them for their dedication in favor of the company. Calendar March 7, 2013: Publication of 2012 Annual Result April 11, 2013: 2013 General Meeting May 29, 2013: Investor Day August 20, 2013: Publication of 2013 half-year results <table><tr><td>Contact Swisslog Holding AG Reto Sidler Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:reto.sidler@swisslog.com">reto.sidler@swisslog.com</a> Internet: www.swisslog.com</td><td> </td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Get inspired - Join the dialog Visit our blog, where our experts regularly share news and information on hot topics within various industries such as F&B and Retail. You will find interesting opinions and comments on the automated warehouse and DC developments. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=20362 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=20362 Swisslog secures major order from large private food Company Buchs/Aarau, 4 February 2013 – Swisslog has formalized an agreement with one of the largest privately held Companies, an international producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial and industrial products and services, to design and implement a new automatic warehouse (ASRS), material handling system and associated building. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2013-02-04-news-crp-orderohio.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> The project will provide a state-of-the-art automated storage and distribution facility, utilizing the latest temperature controlled Vectura ASRS, material handling technology and integrated software from Swisslog in one turn-key project including the associated building. This investment will consolidate and expand the material handling and storage capacity for their Ohio facility and will insure that their high quality products are shipped in a most efficient manner on time, every time. Calendar 7 March 2013: Publication of 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 29 May 2013: Investor Day <table><tr><td>Contact Swisslog Holding AG Reto Sidler Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:reto.sidler@swisslog.com">reto.sidler@swisslog.com</a> Internet: www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> Internet: www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Get inspired - Join the dialog Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=20231 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=20231 Reto Sidler new Head Corporate Communications of Swisslog (non-ad hoc) Buchs/Aarau, 9 January 2013 – Reto Sidler will assume the role of Head Corporate Communications of Swisslog Group as of 1 February 2013. In his last position, Reto Sidler (35) used to work for many years with one of the leading PR and communication agencies in Switzerland. He will take over Corporate Communication from Christian Winiker who is leaving Swisslog after more than five years at his own request. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2013-01-09-news-crp-sidler.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Calendar 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 29 May 2013: Investor Day <table><tr><td>Contact Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> </td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=19947 Wed, 09 Jan 2013 12:09:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=19947 US appeal court ruling favors Swisslog in PillPick patent dispute Buchs/Aarau, 27 December 2012 – The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit unanimously affirmed the earlier judgment of the District Court that Swisslog did not infringe patents held by McKesson, thus upholding Swisslog's position. The lawsuit relates to the PillPick pharmacy automation system developed by Swisslog, which is used in hospital pharmacies. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-12-27-news-crp-mckesson.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Calendar 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 29 May 2013: Investor Day <table><tr><td>Contact Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> </td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=19789 Thu, 27 Dec 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=19789 Swisslog streamlines management structure Buchs/Aarau, 21 December 2012 – The Board of Directors of Swisslog Holding AG has decided to adjust the Group’s management structure. As of 1 January 2013 Chairman Hans Ziegler will take over the lead of the Executive Committee. Besides Hans Ziegler, the Executive Committee will include Karl Pühringer as Head of the Healthcare Solutions division, Joe Doering as Head of the Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division and Christian Mäder as Chief Financial Officer and Head of the Corporate Center. This adjustment is due to CEO Remo Brunschwiler’s leave by the end of 2012. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-12-21-news-crp-ceo-succession.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> This new management structure means that the members of the Executive Committee will report directly to the Chairman of the Board of Directors who will himself take over an executive role as Head of the Executive Committee. Jürg Rückert, longstanding Vice-President of the Board of Directors of Swisslog Holding AG will assume the function of Lead Director to ensure the Board of Director’s independence from executive management. “The new management structure will allow us to streamline management and shorten decision-making paths while keeping the Group’s proven organizational setup,” explains Swisslog Chairman Hans Ziegler. The new management structure will become effective with Remo Brunschwiler’s leave, who has been leading Swisslog as its CEO for the last ten years. Calendar: 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 29 May 2013: Investor Day <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> </td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=19761 Fri, 21 Dec 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=19761 Swisslog-CEO Remo Brunschwiler to leave the company Buchs/Aarau, 4 October 2012 – Remo Brunschwiler, CEO of Swisslog, will leave the company by the end of 2012 to become CEO of the Selecta Group. Brunschwiler has been at the helm of Swisslog since March 2003. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-10-04-news-crp-brunschwiler-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Remo Brunschwiler will leave Swisslog to take over the role of CEO of the Selecta Group as of 1 January 2013. Selecta is Europe’s largest vending services company with headquarters in Cham (Switzerland). Swisslog’s Board of Directors deeply regrets Brunschwiler’s resignation and thanks him for his outstanding service and accomplishments on Swisslog’s behalf. The Board of Directors will inform about the succession in due course Calendar: 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 29 May 2013: Investor Day <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> </td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18921 Thu, 04 Oct 2012 04:45:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18921 Swisslog sells non-hospital business in Germany Buchs/Aarau, 1 October 2012 – Swisslog has signed an agreement to sell Telelift GmbH, its non-hospital business based in Germany, to a group of industrial investors. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-10-01-news-crp-sale-telelift-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> The divestment has been announced earlier this year as part of the Score! program. It underscores the strategy of Swisslog’s Healthcare Solutions division to focus on logistics solutions for hospitals. Telelift GmbH recorded net sales in the range of MEUR 15 in 2011. The company provides track-based conveyor systems for in-house light load transports. Calendar: 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 29 May 2013: Investor Day <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com w</a>ww.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18915 Mon, 01 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18915 Swisslog appoints Joe Doering Head Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division Buchs/Aarau, 17 September 2012 – Joe Doering will assume the position of Head Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division as of 1 January 2013. In this capacity he will be a member of Swisslog’s Executive Committee. Doering will take over the lead of the division from Daniel Fink who decided to leave the company on his own initiative by the end of October. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-09-17-news-crp-wds-doering-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Joe Doering (42) has been working for over 15 years in different management positions for internationally leading companies in the telecommunications and high-tech industries. He has a strong track record in the setup and development of businesses as well as many years of leadership experience at executive level. His professional career has taken him mainly to Asia and to several regions of Europe, most recently to Russia. The Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division will be managed by Swisslog CEO Remo Brunschwiler on an interim basis until Joe Doering assumes office on 1 January 2013. Swisslog’s Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division is a leading supplier of integrated solutions for logistics automation. The division focuses on automated, complex distribution centers and warehouses, including the implementation of own technology and software. Calendar: 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 29 May 2013: Investor Day <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com w</a>ww.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18663 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18663 Grenzebach increased the equity stake in Swisslog Buchs/Aarau, 12 September 2012 – The German Grenzebach Group has increased the equity stake in Swisslog Holding AG to 21,45%. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-09-12-news-crp-grenzebach-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Grenzebach is the largest single shareholder of Swisslog Holding AG. Located in Asbach-Bäumenheim near Augsburg, Grenzebach is a medium-sized family-owned company and operates worldwide. It is active in the mechanical and plant engineering industries as well as in process and material flow technologies. Calendar: 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18574 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18574 Swisslog reports operative improvement – Outlook confirmed Restructuring costs lower EBIT and net profitBuchs/Aarau, 20 August 2012 – In the first half year of 2012 Swisslog grew net sales to MCHF 314.9 (+16.2%) and EBIT (before restructuring costs) to MCHF 8.8 (+33.3%) compared to the same period last year. The operative increase is mainly due to the improved result of the Healthcare Solutions division and the reduction of fixed costs. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-08-20-crp-news-halfyear-2012-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release with financial overview</a> <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-08-20-crp-news-halfyear-presentation-2012.pdf" target="_blank">Download presentation half-year result</a> “In view of the full business year, we are on track,” explains Swisslog CEO Remo Brunschwiler. “Net sales are up and we have a high order backlog to boost EBIT in the second half year.” In the first half year of 2012 the Swisslog Group recorded an order intake of MCHF 288.6 (–25.1%, or –24.6% in constant currencies). Order backlog was almost unchanged at MCHF 493.4 (+1.5%, or –4.3% in constant currencies). Net sales rose to MCHF 314.9 (+16.2%, or +17.1% in constant currencies). Operating profit (EBIT) before costs of MCHF 4.5 arising from the Score! program grew to MCHF 8.8 (+33.3%, or +25.8% in constant currencies). After these costs are deducted and after the financial result and income taxes are taken into account, the first half of the year shows a net profit of MCHF 0.0 (same period the previous year: MCHF 3.2). Unlike the first half of last year, no significant currency effects occurred for the currencies relevant to Swisslog. Substantial improvement of Healthcare Solutions “The EBIT growth of Healthcare Solutions is mostly due to our North American unit which further increased its already high contribution to profits,” adds Brunschwiler. The division recorded large order intakes in all three regions (North America, Europe and Asia) worth a total of MCHF 126.8 (+25.5%, or +25.0% in constant currencies). Order backlog increased significantly to MCHF 174.4 (+40.2%, or +28.4% in constant currencies). Net sales dropped slightly to MCHF 103.8 (–1.5%, or –2.3% in constant currencies) but EBIT before restructuring costs grew to MCHF 7.4 (+21.3%, or +16.4% in constant currencies). The EBIT margin rose to 7.1% (first half of 2011: 5.8%). The division has laid good groundwork to generate even higher profits in the second half of the year. Warehouse & Distribution Solutions with mixed results While business conditions in Asia and North America developed quite positively, in Europe the market for distribution centers and warehouse solutions remains hotly contested. This situation is reflected in the order intake for Warehouse & Distribution Solutions, which, as expected, is smaller in volume than for the same period the year before. The reduction of order intake to MCHF 162.0 (–43.0%, or –42.2% in constant currencies) can be attributed mainly to a major order worth an unusually large amount in the first half of 2011. Order backlog declined to MCHF 319.2 (–11.7%, or –15.5% in constant currencies) in the first six months of 2012 whereas net sales rose to MCHF 211.4 (+27.6%, +29.6% in constant currencies). EBIT before restructuring costs remained unchanged at MCHF 5.2 (–1.9% in constant currencies). As a consequence, the EBIT margin fell to 2.5% (first half of 2011: 3.1%). The existing order backlog will allow the division to record a better second half of the year. Financial situation as robust as ever The balance sheet reveals the usual solid financial situation. The equity ratio amounted to 37.2% (31.12.2011: 37.7%). Net cash declined to MCHF 45.1 (31.12.2011: MCHF 67.5), but this is primarily due to reduced advance payments from customers as measured on balance sheet date. The net financial result (MCHF –1.2) has worsened compared with the same period the year before (MCHF 0.0). Income taxes remained the same (MCHF 3.0 versus MCHF 3.1 in the first half of 2011). Good progress with Score! The Score! program launched at the beginning of the business year aims at optimizing structures throughout the company in order to achieve a sustainable increase in profitability of MCHF 8–10. This goal will be accomplished on the one hand by optimizing costs and on the other by exploiting growth potentials. The program has progressed according to plan. In total, the restructuring costs associated with Score! will amount to about MCHF 7 and will be booked in fiscal year 2012. Improvement in second half of the year, outlook confirmed Swisslog anticipates the second half of the year to be better than the first because of the large order backlog mentioned. The outlook from March 2012 for the current fiscal year is therefore confirmed. Swisslog expects a reduction in order intake compared with the previous year, but an increase in net sales of 10–15% and an improved operating profit (EBIT) of MCHF 23–26, based on exchange rates as at the end of 2011 and before the expected one-time costs of about MCHF 7 entailed by the Score! program. The goal of bringing the EBIT margin to about 5% by 2014 is confirmed. Calendar 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 29 May 2013: Investor Day <table><tr><td>Contacts: Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel: +41 (0)628 37 95 64 Fax:+41 (0)628 37 95 57 E-Mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> Homepage: www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-Mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> Homepage: www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a leading supplier of integrated solutions for logistics automation. The company focuses on intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals and automated, complex distribution centers, including the implementation of own technology and software. Customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on our decades of experience in planning and implementing integrated logistics solutions. The Healthcare Solutions division offers automated solutions for hospital logistics designed to increase efficiency, improve equality in patient care and reduce operating costs. The Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division supplies industry-specific solutions for automated distribution centers and warehouses. Its portfolio ranges from consulting services to lifetime support. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2,000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group's parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Swisslog refers to an order as a “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a>. Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com </a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18458 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18458 Swisslog secures major order from Slovenia Krka entrusts Swisslog with another automated warehouse project Buchs/Aarau, 2 August 2012 – Krka, a leading manufacturer of generic pharmaceuticals based in Slowenia, has commissioned Swisslog to design and implement an automated high-bay warehouse. The order value amounts to approximately MEUR 18 (approx. MCHF 22). Swisslog had already delivered a similar solution for Krka about 10 years ago. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-08-02-news-crp-krka.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Krka has been recording strong business growth in the past years. The automated warehouse to be delivered by Swisslog will support a new production facility that Krka is building at the company’s headquarters in Novo mesto. “We are pleased to providing our longtime client Krka once again with a high-performance logistics solution that meets its needs,” explains Daniel Hauser, Managing Director Warehouse & Distribution Solutions at Swisslog Switzerland. Swisslog’s services include the installation of materials handling equipment such as stacker cranes, conveyor systems and automated guided vehicles. It will also provide the software and controls and assume responsibility for the overall integration of systems. Swisslog will support Krka in the start-up of the new high-bay warehouse which is planned to be operational in the second half of 2014. Krka produces and sells prescription pharmaceuticals, non-prescription products and animal health products in over 70 countries. Calendar: 20 August 2012: Publication 2012 Half-Year Result 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 29 May 2013: Investor Day <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18358 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18358 Swisslog secures another PillPick order in Asia Technology leadership and strong local presence decisive factors Buchs/Aarau, 24 July 2012 – Swisslog will install a total of five PillPick systems for Singapore’s largest hospital group that invests in the fully automated inpatient pharmacy solution of Swisslog. Technology leadership and local presence of Swisslog were decisive for being awarded this order. The order underlines that Swisslog’s centralized closed loop medication management solution is becoming increasingly predominant in Asia’s hospitals. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-07-24-news-crp-singapurpp.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> “This project could be a tipping point,“ notes Stephan Sonderegger, Head of Swisslog Healthcare Solutions in Asia. “Just a few months ago we received a PillPick order from Benxi Central Hospital, one of the leading hospitals in China. Now another leading Asian hospital chose Swisslog’s PillPick solution for its automated closed loop medication management system. PillPick is a fully-automated inpatient pharmacy solution that automates the packaging, storage and dispensing of medications in unit doses. It provides maximum patient safety based on its multi-level, IT-supported security features. Besides Swisslog’s technology leadership for such solutions, the strong local presence in Singapore was another key reason for the customer to choose Swisslog. Central Closed Loop Medication Management on the rise Swisslog adopts the central Closed Loop Medication Management (CLMM) concept. Medication for each patient is picked and packaged at the hospital inpatient pharmacy. The whole medication process including dispensing is controlled centrally. In contrast, the decentralized approach requires picking and packaging to be done by the nurses on the wards. Besides the advantages entailed by an automated overall control, the centralized approach relieves nurses from the picking process, freeing up valuable time for patient care. Hospital pharmacists, on the other hand, have more time to focus on the review of therapies rather than preparing medication. Patient safety further increased with innovative vision system In this project, Swisslog will deploy for the first time an innovative vision system that is integrated in the PillPick robot. Due to the automated visual control potential errors such as empty or double-filled bags are avoided. With its portfolio of Automated Drug Management Systems (ADMS) Swisslog provides automation solutions for the entire medication management supply chain in hospitals – from dockside to bedside. In addition to PillPick, the offering includes other proven systems such as BoxPicker, which enables secure storage and dispensing of medications in the hospital pharmacy or MedRover as an integrated bed-side care solution. For more information about Swisslog’s healthcare logistics systems please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/index/hcs-index.htm" target="_blank">http://www.swisslog.com/healthcare</a> Calendar: 20 August 2012: Publication 2012 Half-Year Result 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18289 Tue, 24 Jul 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18289 Swisslog secures major order from Alnatura Organic food company commissions Swisslog as general contractor Buchs/Aarau, 19 July 2012 – Alnatura, a German-based producer of bio products, has commissioned Swisslog to design and implement a fully automated high-bay warehouse. Swisslog will act as general contractor for this project. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-07-19-news-crp-alnatura.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Alnatura has been recording strong business growth both nationally and internationally for several years. It operates over 65 Alnatura bio-supermarkets (“Alnatura Super Natur Märkte”) throughout Germany. By expanding capacities, Alnatura aims to establish the logistics required for future growth. In addition, the new high-bay warehouse will increase Alnatura’s process efficiency. “We look forward to supporting our new client Alnatura with our expertise and experience in retail logistics,” explains Daniel Fink, President of Swisslog’s Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division. Focus on sustainability Swisslog’s services as general contractor for logistics include the design, realization and start-up of the new high-bay warehouse, including its construction and the installation of all materials handling equipment and controls. Alnatura places great importance on sustainability. This is reflected by the selection of materials and the deployment of highly energy-efficient equipment, among other things. The facility is planned to be operational in the first half of 2014. Calendar: 20 August 2012: Publication 2012 Half-Year Result 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18282 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=18282 Grenzebach acquires stake in Swisslog Buchs/Aarau, 22 May 2012 – The German Grenzebach Group has acquired an 11,26% equity stake in Swisslog Holding AG. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-05-22-news-crp-grenzebach_en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> With this acquisition, Grenzebach becomes the largest single shareholder of Swisslog Holding AG. Located in Asbach-Bäumenheim near Augsburg, Grenzebach is a medium-sized family-owned company and operates worldwide. It is active in the mechanical and plant engineering industries as well as in process and material flow technologies. Calendar: 30 May 2012: Investor Day 20 August 2012: Publication 2012 Half-Year Result 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=17988 Tue, 22 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=17988 Management change at Swisslog’s Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division Buchs/Aarau, 27 April 2012 – Daniel Fink, Head of the Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division and member of the Group Executive Committee, will leave Swisslog during Q3, 2012. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-04-27-news-crp-wds-manager-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Daniel Fink, member of the Group Executive Committee and Head of Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division since July 2008, has announced his intention to leave the company in order to start his own business. Both his strong commitment and leadership have made a significant contribution to furthering the development of the division. Swisslog regrets his decision and would like to thank him for his outstanding service and accomplishments on Swisslog’s behalf. His successor as Head of Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division will be announced by Swisslog in due course. Calendar: 30 May 2012: Investor Day 20 August 2012: Publication 2012 Half-Year Result 7 March 2012: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2012: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=17742 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=17742 Swisslog shareholders approve all Board proposals Buchs/Aarau, 18 April 2012 – A large majority of Swisslog Holding AG shareholders have approved all proposals of the Board of Directors on today's Annual General Meeting held in Buchs/Aarau. Rudolf Weber was elected as new member of the Board. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-04-18-news-crp-gv-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Shareholders voted for a dividend payment of CHF 0.04 per share from reserves from capital contributions for business year 2011. Jürg Rückert (Vice-Chairman, member of the Board of Directors of Swisslog Holding AG since 2004) and Johann Löttner (member of the Board of Directors since 2009) were both re-elected for a three-year term of office. Rudolf Weber will assume the remaining two-year term of office of Manfred Schuster who retired from the Board of Directors as of 31 December 2011. Swisslog's Board of Directors is composed as follows: Hans Ziegler (Chairman), Jürg Rückert (Vice-Chairman), Heinz Bachmann, Johann Löttner and Rudolf Weber. Calendar: 30 May 2012: Investor Day 20 August 2012: Publication 2012 Half-Year Result 7 March 2013: Publication 2012 Annual Result 11 April 2013: General Meeting of Shareholders 2013 <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Note: Swisslog refers to an order as “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://blogs.swisslog.com/" target="_blank" alt="Food & Beverage Blog" title="Food & Beverage Blog">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=17710 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:05:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=17710 Swisslog reports strong order intake for 2011 – dividend up Negative currency effects constrain operating resultsBuchs/Aarau, 13 March 2012 – In the 2011 fiscal year Swisslog achieved order intake of MCHF 697.1 (+14.1%), net sales of MCHF 574.8 (-6.5%) and an EBIT of MCHF 19.2 (-4.5%). The operating improvement compared to the previous year was clearly constrained or neutralized by negative currency effects. Due to the company's solid financial position and the cautiously optimistic outlook for the current fiscal year, the dividend payment is to be raised. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-03-13-crp-news-annualreport-news-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release including financial summary</a> <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-03-13-crp-news-annualreport-presentation-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media and analyst presentation</a> <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/crp-ir-2011-financialreport-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download 2011 financial report</a> <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/crp-ir-2011-annualreport-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download 2011 annual report</a> Swisslog's results in the 2011 fiscal year were satisfactory on the whole. "Development in local currencies was good. The Healthcare Solutions division achieved record-high order intake in the North America and Asia regions. Order intake at Warehouse & Distribution Solutions also showed a marked rise. This underscores the confidence customers have in Swisslog's competence, especially in these turbulent times," summarizes CEO Remo Brunschwiler. Order backlog and the Group's overall financial position also developed positively. The balance sheet is solid as usual. In the Asia growth market, Swisslog acquired new customers in its core segments (hospital sector at Healthcare Solutions, retail, food & beverage, and pharma at Warehouse & Distribution Solutions). This applies to China particular. Strategic direction deepened The two divisions strengthened their market positions in 2011 by launching innovations, establishing partnerships and supplementing their offering through targeted acquisitions. Healthcare Solutions (HCS) recorded initial orders for the mobile drug cabinet MedRover taken over in 2011 through the acquisition of Sabal Medical. The pneumatic tube systems, the most profitable product of the division, were equipped with new functionalities and the offering in the growth area of drug management was broadened. The year under review saw Warehouse & Distribution Solutions (WDS) successfully launch the innovative SmartCarrier storage and transport system and the AutoStore bin storage system. Aside from its traditionally strong position in pallet technology, the division now also has a comprehensive solutions offering in light goods logistics. Negative currency effects Like other Swiss businesses operating globally, Swisslog was affected by the negative exchange rate developments. Whereas in local currency all key figures in the income statement have improved on the previous year, this is no longer the case when expressed in the reporting currency: net sales, EBIT and net profit actually suffered a decline year-on-year following translation into Swiss francs. HCS with higher, WDS with lower EBIT margin Order intake at HCS fell to MCHF 219.8 (-3.8% but +10.7% in constant currencies) and order backlog as at 31 December 2011 increased to MCHF 153.7 (+9.7%, or +9.9% in constant currencies). Net sales sank to MCHF 205.6 (-5.7%, or +9.0% in constant currencies). EBIT rose to MCHF 12.8 (+34.7%, or +64.2% in constant currencies) particularly due to the lower one-time costs for the resolution of project-related problems in Europe compared with the previous year. The EBIT margin grew to 6.2% (2010: 4.4%). WDS on the one hand posted considerably higher order intake at MCHF 477.3 (+24.8%, or +37.2% in constant currencies) and a significantly increased order backlog at MCHF 365.9 (+40.3%, or +42.1% in constant currencies). On the other hand, net sales at MCHF 369.2 (-7.0%, or +2.0% in constant currencies) and EBIT at MCHF 15.3 (-19.0%, or -13.8% in constant currencies) developed negatively. The division's EBIT margin decreased to 4.1% (2010: 4.8%). Solid financial situation, dividend increased again At Group level, order intake reached MCHF 697.1 (+14.1%, or +27.2% in constant currencies) and order backlog MCHF 519.6 (+29.6%, or 30.8% in constant currencies). The comparatively small order backlog at the end of 2010 and delayed order intake in the early months of the year under review led to a decline in net sales to MCHF 574.8 (-6.5%, or +4.5% in constant currencies). Given stable margins overall, the drop in net sales caused a reduction in EBIT to MCHF 19.2 (-4.5%, or +14.4% in constant currencies). The decline in EBIT was reflected in turn in a lower net result of MCHF 11.7 (-14.0%, or +5.9% in constant currencies). The negative currency effect is particularly evident in EBIT and net profit, a substantial part of which is generated in the dollar area. The increase in total assets caused the equity ratio to fall to 37.7% (31.12.2010: 41.4%). Net cash rose slightly to MCHF 67.5 (31.12.2010: MCHF 66.1). This reflects the rising pace of order intake during the fiscal year, accompanied by more advance payments made by customers. Swisslog's financial situation remains solid as usual. That’s way a dividend payment of CHF 0.04 per share is proposed at the next General Meeting. This represents a rise yet again, expressing the robust financial situation as well as the continued confidence in the positive further development of Swisslog. Cautiously positive outlook Swisslog anticipates the 2012 fiscal year to be shaped to some extent by the debt and currency crisis, at least in North America and Europe. "In 2012, Swisslog will concentrate on maintaining its market position and on extending it on a targeted basis. This is to be attained through attractive offerings in New Business and the expansion of the Customer Support business in existing as well as new markets," explains Brunschwiler, adding: "The Group is well positioned and organized to take advantage of business opportunities, for example in Asia and in the hospital market." This year has seen Swisslog launch its Score! program. This will involve optimizing structures throughout the company. The program is aimed at delivering an improvement in profits of MCHF 8-10 by 2014, but will cause one-time costs of MCHF 5-7. Score! will support the company's goal to secure an EBIT margin of around 5% by the same target date – provided the economic environment remains stable. In 2011, order intake partly benefited from a major order featuring an exceptionally large financial volume. Such projects cannot be reckoned with every year. The company therefore expects the fiscal year 2012 to feature a reduction in order intake compared to the previous year, but an increase in net sales of 10-15% and an improved operating profit (EBIT) of MCHF 23-26, based on exchange rates as at the end of 2011 and before the expected one-time costs arising from the Score! program. Calendar: 13 March 2012: Publication of 2011 Annual Result 18 April 2012: General Meeting of Shareholders 2012 20 August 2012: Publication of 2012 Half-Year Result <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> URL: www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com">christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> URL: www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a leading supplier of integrated solutions for logistics automation. The company focuses on intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals and automated, complex distribution centers, including the implementation of own technology and software. Customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on our decades of experience in planning and implementing integrated logistics solutions. The Healthcare solutions division offers automated solutions for hospital logistics designed to increase efficiency, improve equality in patient care and reduce operating costs. Warehouse & Distribution Solutions the Warehouse & Distribution solutions division supplies industry-specific solutions for automated distribution centers and warehouses. Its portfolio ranges from consulting services to lifetime support. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2,000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group's parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Swisslog refers to an order as a “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://www.blogs.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=16899 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 05:45:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=16899 Swisslog proposes Rudolf Weber as member of the Board Swisslog proposes Rudolf Weber as member of the BoardBuchs/Aarau, 29 February 2012 – Swisslog nominates the internationally experienced top manager Rudolf Weber for election to the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on 18 April 2012. He is designed to take over the seat of Manfred Schuster who retired from the Board of Directors by the end of 2011. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-02-29-news-crp-vrweber-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> Mr. Weber is an internationally acknowledged leader who acted as CEO of the Kaba Group from 2006 to 2011. Before that he held top executive functions in various companies, acting as CEO of the Hoval Heating Technology Group and the Sauter Group, among other things. Swisslog recommends its shareholders to elect Rudolf Weber based on his comprehensive competence in both operational and strategic topics as well as his long-standing experience in international industrial companies. Swisslog's Board of Directors is currently composed of Hans Ziegler (Chairman), Jürg Rückert (Vice-Chairman), Heinz Bachmann and Johann Löttner. Calendar: 13 March 2012: Publication 2011 Annual Result 13.-15. März 2012: LogiMAT, Neue Messe Stuttgart 18 April 2012: General Meeting of Shareholders 2012 20 August 2012: Publication 2012 Half-Year Result <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Hans Ziegler Chairman of the Board of Directors Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:media@swisslog.com">media@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> </td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for hospitals, distribution centers and warehouses. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Swisslog refers to an order as a “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visi <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://www.blogs.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=16293 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=16293 Swisslog secures first PillPick order in China (non-ad hoc) Market entry for automated pharmacy solutions in hospitalsBuchs/Aarau, 6 February 2012 – Benxi Central Hospital, one of the leading hospitals in China, will implement the first PillPick system in the country. The fully-automated inpatient pharmacy solution will be integrated with the pneumatic tube system previously installed by Swisslog. The PillPick order strengthens the company’s positioning as a leading provider of total logistics solutions for hospitals in China. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-02-06-news-crp-benxi-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> “This project is a milestone for Swisslog Healthcare Solutions in China. The PillPick order from Benxi hospital underlines Swisslog’s strong reputation in China’s hospital market. It also testifies to Benxi’s commitment to invest in cutting-edge automation technology. We look forward to create additional benefits for our client by integrating the pharmacy solution with our pneumatic tube system,” notes Stephan Sonderegger, Head of Swisslog Healthcare Solutions in Asia. Highest patient safety, efficient transports Benxi Central Hospital is a 1000-bed facility located in Liaoning province in the northeast of China. It is rated a tier 3A hospital by the Chinese healthcare system, which is the highest classification. The hospital chose Swisslog’s PillPick solution to minimize the risk of medication errors and free up time for pharmacists to focus on the review of therapies rather than preparing medication. To maximize efficiency, the patient-specific medication prepared by the PillPick system is forwarded to the Swisslog Pneumatic Tube System (PTS), which delivers the drugs to the wards. The installation shall be completed by autumn 2012. PillPick is a pharmacy robot that automates the packaging, storage and dispensing of medications in unit doses. Each bag is identified by the commercial name of the medication, the active ingredient, the production lot and expiry date in order to guarantee maximum safety to patients. Bed-side verification represents another important safety step: the barcode of each medication will be checked with the barcode assigned to the patient, reducing almost to zero the possibility of medication error. Encompassing automation solutions for medication management Swisslog will leverage its existing strong sales network for Automated Materials Transport Systems (AMTS) as well as its Customer Support organization across China to promote its portfolio of Automated Drug Management Systems (ADMS). The ADMS product group provides automation solutions for the entire medication management supply chain in hospitals – from dockside to bedside. Besides PillPick, the offering includes other proven products such as e.g. BoxPicker, which enables secure storage and dispensing of medications in the hospital pharmacy. For more information about Swisslog’s healthcare logistics systems please visit http://www.swisslog.com/healthcare . Calendar: 13 March 2012: Publication 2011 Annual Result 13.-15. März 2012: LogiMAT, Neue Messe Stuttgart 18 April 2012: General Meeting of Shareholders 2012 20 August 2012: Publication 2012 Half-Year Result <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail:<a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com"> christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for hospitals, distribution centers and warehouses. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Swisslog refers to an order as a “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visi <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://www.blogs.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=15609 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:25:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=15609 JBT Corporation and Swisslog enter into partnership for Automated Guided Vehicles (non-ad hoc) Clear market leader for Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) solutions in hospitalsBuchs/Aarau and Chicago, 2 February 2012 – Swisslog and JBT Corporation have entered into a partnership agreement to develop and manufacture state-of-the-art AGVs for hospitals. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-02-02-crp-news-jbt-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> With this agreement, a new AGV product line will be jointly developed and marketed from 2013 onwards. The alliance further strengthens Swisslog’s reputation as a leading provider of logistics solutions for hospitals. JBT will supply all jointly developed AGVs and software products and benefit from Swisslog’s extensive sales and service network and its customer base. “We are enthusiastic about this agreement as it will create the clear market leader for AGV solutions in hospitals,” notes Karl Pühringer, Head of Swisslog’s Healthcare Solutions division. “The strength of the partnership is the result of JBT being one of the largest AGV companies worldwide and Swisslog’s positioning as a leading provider of logistics solutions for hospitals.” “The partnership will leverage the knowledge and expertise of both companies to produce a state-of-the-art AGV product for hospitals,” explains John Lee, Vice President of JBT AeroTech Division.“ This is a win-win scenario, with JBT supplying all of the jointly developed products and Swisslog leading the sales, project realization and customer support efforts for the hospital market worldwide.” Calendar: 13 March 2012: Publication 2011 Annual Result 13-15 March 2012: LogiMAT, Neue Messe Stuttgart 18 April 2012: General Meeting of Shareholders 2012 20 August 2012: Publication 2012 Half-Year Result <table><tr><td>Contacts Swisslog Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td>Contacts JBT Debarshi Sengupta Director, Investor Relations Tel.: +1 312 861 6933 Fax: +1 312 861 5897 E-mail: debarshi.sengupta@jbtc.com</td></tr><tr><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail:<a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com"> christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Kenneth Jones Director, Corporate Development & Communications Tel.: +1 312 861 6971 Fax: +1 312 861 5897 E-mail: kenneth.jones@jbtc.com Internet: <a href="http://www.jbtcorporation.com" target="_blank">www.jbtcorporation.com</a></td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for hospitals, distribution centers and warehouses. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Swisslog refers to an order as a “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visi <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> About JBT Corporation JBT Corporation (NYSE:JBT) is a leading global solutions provider to the food processing and air transportation industries. JBT Corporation designs, manufactures, tests and services technologically sophisticated systems and products for regional and multi-national industrial food processing customers through its JBT FoodTech segment and for domestic and international air transportation customers through its JBT AeroTech segment. JBT Corporation employs approximately 3,300 people worldwide and operates sales, service, manufacturing and sourcing operations located in over 25 countries. For more information please visit <a href="http://www.jbtcorporation.com" target="_blank">www.jbtcorporation.com</a> or <a href="http://www.jbtaerotech.com" target="_blank">www.jbtaerotech.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=15572 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:45:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=15572 Swisslog’s latest innovation unfreezes operations (non-ad hoc) Buchs/Aarau, 26 January 2012 – Underlining its commitment to continuous innovation, Swisslog has launched FreezerPick, its latest industry-specific solution. Cumbersome picking is moved out of the freezer into chilled environments, resulting in highly efficient order fulfillment. The FreezerPick design concept offers a compelling ROI by addressing all aspects of operational cost savings and providing improved ergonomics. <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-01-25-news-crp-freezerpick-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/freezerpick-factsheet.pdf" target="_blank">Download Factsheet</a> In response to recurring labor, efficiency and quality issues in deep-freeze warehousing, Swisslog has developed a materials handling solution to meet both the current and future challenges arising in this particular environment. FreezerPick improves operations for companies such as retailers, F&B manufacturers, 3PLs as well as pharmaceutical companies which handle frozen products and deliver directly to stores. “Swisslog thoroughly understands the customer requirements regarding deep-freeze,” notes James Sharples, Swisslog’s Head of Sales in the UK and one of the driving forces behind FreezerPick, adding that “customers can rely on Swisslog’s unique experience as we have realized over 50 deep-freeze solutions, 30 of which in the past 10 years.” Efficiency at the forefront At the heart of FreezerPick is the ergonomically optimized goods-to-person picking located in the chilled environment. Cases are delivered in store shelf sequence to the picker. Straight after picking, order pallets are lowered back into the deep-freeze environment with orders ready to be dispatched. This ensures cases stay in chilled environments for a few minutes only, complying with all major regulations. Besides the significantly more efficient picking process, pickers are no longer exposed to the harsh deep-freeze environment. Scalable and flexible solution FreezerPick is based on four different systems: Pallet Storage, Miniload Buffer Storage, Case Picking and Layer Picking. The innovative solution is highly scalable and flexible in operation, allowing it to be tailored to each customer’s requirements. FreezerPick is designed for single case picking, automated layer-pallet building, and full pallet out-feed. A fully automated version is also available. FreezerPick is the latest addition to Swisslog’s string of technologies developed for automated materials handling systems, reinforcing its competence in the design, realization and maintenance of complete solutions over their entire life cycle. A string of benefits FreezerPick offers a wide range of benefits: tailored solutions, highly efficient picking, space savings due to high-bay warehouse storage, reduced energy consumption through optimized equipment and building size, higher accuracy of order fulfillment and last, but not least, lower fluctuation and health costs as a result of ergonomically-optimized workstations and a friendlier work environment. These benefits add up to a compelling ROI in both monetary and qualitative terms. More detailed information about features and benefits of FreezerPick can be found on our homepage: www.swisslog.com/FreezerPick Calendar: 13 March 2012: Publication 2011 Annual Result 13-15 March 2012: LogiMAT, Neue Messe Stuttgart 18 April 2012: General Meeting of Shareholders 2012 20 August 2012: Publication 2012 Half-Year Result <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog AG Cathrin Völz Global Marketing Communication Manager Warehouse & Distribution Solutions Tel: +41 (0)62 837 43 21 E-mail: <a href="mailto:cathrin.voelz@swisslog.com">cathrin.voelz@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> </td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for hospitals, distribution centers and warehouses. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Swisslog refers to an order as a “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visi <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://www.blogs.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=15523 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=15523 Swisslog secures major order from Hama First deployment of innovative SmartCarrier technology in GermanyBuchs/Aarau, 11 January 2012 – Germany-based Hama, which specializes in accessories for multimedia, photo, consumer electronics and telecommunications, has commissioned Swisslog to design and implement a new logistics solution for the central logistics center at its headquarters in Monheim. The order value amounts to approximately MEUR 19 (approx. MCHF 23). <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-01-11-news-crp-hama-en.pdf" target="_blank">Download media release</a> By redesigning its picking system and shipping area, Hama aims to create the logistics conditions necessary for continuing growth that is closely tied to the fast availability of goods and ability to deliver. Parts of the existing intralogistics and related processes are to be renewed in the central logistics center located at the Monheim (Bavaria) headquarters of the internationally active company. The innovative picking concept creates a high degree of flexibility alongside a significantly increased throughput performance. This allows Hama to respond to the changing requirements of its business partners while continuing to operate quickly and reliably. “Our concept for the distribution center’s redesign enables us to cover Hama’s specific needs. Moreover, the integration of existing installations minimizes the new investments required by Hama,” explains Daniel Fink, President of Swisslog’s Warehouse & Distribution Solutions division. First SmartCarrier system in Germany Hama is the first German company to deploy the innovative SmartCarrier light goods technology developed by Swisslog in the Servus Intralogistics joint venture. SmartCarrier is a warehousing and transport system that is used in highly dynamic buffer warehouses and for the modern integration of picking stations. Swisslog’s services as general contractor for logistics include the design, realization and start-up of the renewed facility, including the provision of material handling equipment and controls. The project will be implemented in parallel to day-by-day operations. The new facility is planned to be operational in the first half of 2013. <table><tr><td><img src="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-01-11-crp-news-hama-small.jpg" width="300" height="201"></td><td> </td><td>From left: Dr. Volker Jungbluth, Managing Director Swisslog GmbH, Germany; Hendrik Weiß, Principal, Miebach Consulting GmbH; Christian Seel-Mayer, Executive member Hama (Marketing, IT, Logistics and HR), Hartmut Kuhn, Sales Manager, Swisslog GmbH, Germany; Roland Handschiegel, Head of Distribution center, Hama; Thomas Kopp, Executive member Hama (Finance and Accounting); Anton Ossiander, Head of Order Picking and Shipping, Hama <a href="http://www.swisslog.com/2012-01-11-crp-news-hama.jpg" target="_blank">Download high resolution picture</a></td></tr></table> Calendar: 13 March 2012: Publication 2011 Annual Result 18 April 2012: General Meeting of Shareholders 2012 20 August 2012: Publication 2012 Half-Year Result <table><tr><td>Contact: Swisslog Holding AG Dr. Christian Winiker Head Corporate Communications Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 36 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 55 E-mail: <a href="mailto:christian.winiker@swisslog.com">christian.winiker@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td><td> Swisslog Holding AG Christian Mäder Chief Financial Officer Tel.: +41 (0)62 837 95 64 Fax: +41 (0)62 837 95 57 E-mail:<a href="mailto:christian.maeder@swisslog.com"> christian.maeder@swisslog.com</a> www.swisslog.com</td></tr></table> About Swisslog Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for hospitals, distribution centers and warehouses. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software and technology to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals. Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries around the world rely on. Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2 000 staff in 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). Swisslog refers to an order as a “major order” if its financial volume exceeds the threshold of MCHF 20. For more information, please visi <a href="http://www.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.swisslog.com</a> Hungry? Thirsty? Both? Swisslog has launched a Food & Beverage blog, where our industry experts share information on news and hot topics within the F&B industry, comment on developments and provide feature opinions. To join the dialog, please visit <a href="http://www.blogs.swisslog.com" target="_blank">www.blogs.swisslog.com</a> http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=15453 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.swisslog.com/detail-page.htm?objId=15453