Kodak News Releases

Kodak’s Scanners and Software Earn Award Winning Achievements for Leadership in Document Capture During 2009

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:12:01 EST

Rochester, NY, February 9 In 2009, Kodak’s Document Imaging group continued to innovate and improve the way document capture technology drives real-world business applications. Several KODAK Products were selected for year-end recognition in respective award programs conducted by Better Buys for Business, Business Solutions magazine, and Buyers Laboratory, Inc. (BLI), cited for overall performance, ease of use and competitive pricing.

Offset Paperback Manufacturers Chooses KODAK PROSPER Press to Streamline Book Production and Add Value for Clients

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:41:01 EST

Rochester, NY, February 8 Recognizing the value of KODAK Stream Inkjet Technology in maximizing productivity and efficiency in book production, Offset Paperback Manufacturers (OPM), a Bertelsmann company, chose the KODAK PROSPER Press Platform with an integrated MULLER MARTINI SIGMALINE in-line finishing system for its book printing operation in Laflin, Penn. A PROSPER Press market pioneer, Offset Paperback Manufacturers is one of the earliest users of Kodak’s revolutionary continuous inkjet technology.

Kodak Regaining Momentum, Forecasts Significantly Improved 2010 Profitability

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:27:01 EST

NEW YORK CITY, Feb. 4 At its annual strategy meeting today with investors, Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) will detail plans to build on the momentum generated in the second half of 2009 and accelerate profitable growth on the strength of its unmatched expertise in materials science and digital image science.

Kodak Launches Cash Tender Offer for Up to $100 Million 7.25% Senior Notes Due 2013

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 07:44:01 EST

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Feb. 3 Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE: EK) announced the commencement today of a tender offer to purchase for cash up to $100 million aggregate principal amount of its outstanding 7.25% Senior Notes due 2013 (the “2013 Notes”). The tender offer is being made pursuant to an Offer to Purchase dated February 3, 2010, and a related Letter of Transmittal (together the “Tender Offer”) which sets forth a more detailed description of the terms and conditions of the Tender Offer.

Kodak Expands Xiamen Plate Operation with Opening of Second Manufacturing Line

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 09:42:01 EST

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 29 In response to the growing plate demand in China and the Asia Pacific region, Kodak is opening a second production line for its Xiamen printing plate manufacturing facility. The expanded, state-of-the-art facility in China’s southeastern city will enhance Kodak’s manufacturing capacity for offset products and underlines Kodak’s committment to strengthen its production base for customers in this fast-growing market.

Kodak’s Fourth-Quarter Revenues Increase 6%, Profits Surge

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 07:42:01 EST

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 28 Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) today reported fourth-quarter 2009 earnings from continuing operations of $430 million, or $1.36 per share, on sales of $2.582 billion, reflecting the emergence of a company able to deliver improved profitability especially as the economy recovers.

UBS Brings Color Transactional Printing In-House with KODAK Digital Technology

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:57:01 EST

LA HULPE, BELGIUM, January 27 Swiss global financial services company, UBS has streamlined its printing operation by installing two Kodak Versamark VL2000 Printing Systems and a Kodak NexPress S3000 Digital Production Color Press. The investment means the company no longer has to outsource some of its graphical color printing volume, and can instead produce complex, full-color transactional documents in-house.

KODAK Digital Printing Solutions Earn Five International Awards from IAPHC – The Gallery of Superb Printing

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:41:01 EST

Rochester, NY, January 26 Demonstrating the added value that the KODAK NEXPRESS Dimensional Printing System brings to a wide range of print products, five entries printed on KODAK NEXPRESS Digital Production Color Presses received awards from the International Association of Printing House Craftsmen (IAPHC). The KODAK NEXPRESS Dimensional Printing helps printers deliver unique services with greater value that set them apart from their competition.

Consolidated Graphics to Install a KODAK PROSPER 5000XL Press to Unlock New Opportunities in Digital Printing and Publishing

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:11:01 EST

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 25 Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (NYSE: CGX) and Kodak recently announced that CGX will install a KODAK PROSPER 5000XL Press. Powered by KODAK Stream Inkjet Technology, the PROSPER 5000XL Press provides offset class quality, productivity and cost across a wide range of coated and uncoated commercial print applications.

Kodak Brings Digital Printing and Campaign Management Solutions, Expertise to PODi AppForum 2010

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 08:42:01 EST

Rochester, NY , January 21 As a Gold Sponsor of PODi’s 8th Annual AppForum, Jan. 25-27 in Las Vegas, Kodak will demonstrate some of its latest products and solutions designed to help print service providers make the transition to marketing service providers. To support this initiative, a number of Kodak experts and customers will speak in the conference program and share strategies for developing successful digital printing projects.

KODAK TRENDSETTER Platesetters Enhanced to Meet Higher Performance Needs and Changing Customer Requirements

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:56:01 EST

Rochester, NY, January 12 Committed to providing solutions for printers of all types and sizes, Kodak redesigned and upgraded its line of KODAK TRENDSETTER Platesetters, allowing customers to benefit from increased uptime and higher productivity.

Eastman Kodak Charitable Trust Pledges $100,000 to Relief for Haiti Earthquake Survivors

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:12:01 EST

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 18 The Eastman Kodak Charitable Trust today announced a $100,000 donation to the American Red Cross relief efforts helping survivors of the Jan. 12 earthquake in Haiti.

Kodak Alleges Patent Infringement by Apple and RIM

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 10:00:01 EST

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 14 Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) announced today that it has filed lawsuits against Apple Inc. and Research In Motion Limited (RIM) alleging the infringement of Kodak digital imaging technology.

Kodak, Samsung Enter Into Technology Cross License

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 13:38:01 EST

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 11 Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE: EK) announced today that it has entered into a technology cross license with Samsung Electronics Co Ltd. that will allow each company access to the other’s patent portfolio.

Kodak Earns Accolades at 2010 International CES

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:16:01 EST

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 8 Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) earned three Innovations 2010 Design and Engineering Awards from the International Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) and an Editor’s Choice Award from Popular Mechanics for products unveiled at the 2010 International CES.

Kodak Announces Institutional Investor Meeting

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 13:59:01 EST

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 7 Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) will hold its annual strategy meeting with the institutional investment community on Thursday, February 4th, in New York City.

Kodak Makes Picture Sharing Easier Than Ever

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:54:01 EST

LAS VEGAS, NV, Jan. 6 Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) today introduced new consumer digital photography products and services making it easier than ever to capture the moment you want and to share it with the people you love. Kodak understands the power of photography in bringing people together and helping them relive the important moments of their lives. The portfolio of products unveiled today in Las Vegas harnesses the latest innovations in imaging technology to empower people to share and connect like never before.

Kodak Brings the Consumer Electronics Show to Your Living Room

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:53:01 EST

Rochester, NY, Jan. 6 Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) today announced the speaker lineup for K-Zone, its in-booth television studio, at the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The K-Zone will showcase lively discussions with industry experts, thinkers, influencers and celebrities daily during all four days of CES. Panelists will discuss today’s hottest technology and parenting topics, ranging from the new ‘CMO – Chief Memory Officer,’ to “Help! My Mom Friended Me on Facebook” and dozens more. Content from K-Zone will be broadcast live in HD format over the internet.

Kodak’s New All-In-One Inkjet Printer

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:53:01 EST

Rochester, NY, Jan. 6 Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE: EK) invites consumers to unlock the photos and documents stored in their Smartphones1 with its new KODAK ESP 7250 All-in-One (AiO) Printer. Featuring easy-to-use wireless capabilities, an intuitive control panel and the lowest total ink replacement cost in the industry2, the new KODAK ESP 7250 helps you share and print your mobile life for less, saving consumers an average of $110 a year on ink based on as few as four pages per day3.

Kodak Enhances Ink Replacement Options to Meet Consumer Demand for Ease, Convenience and Value

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:53:01 EST

Rochester, NY, Jan. 6 Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) today announced an update to its innovative low cost ink system for its Kodak All-in-One (AiO) Printers. Since its market launch in 2007, Kodak has provided premium-quality, low cost ink to consumers who are fed up with overpaying for ink refills. Beginning in 2010, Kodak will enhance its ink replacement options to offer a broader range of ink cartridges. Designed with consumer needs and replacement preferences in mind, Kodak’s new suite of inks will continue to save consumers on average $110 a year on ink based on as few as four pages per day2.