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Empowering storytellers

worldwide since 1794

Backed by decades of media experience, Stibo DX supports media organizations navigate the realities of today’s media, while maximizing return on every investment and build readiness for tomorrow’s demands as multimedia hybrids.  

The Stibo Foundation – A stable ownership

More than 225 years of history

A key milestone in the Stibo Group’s history was the establishment of the Stibo Foundation in 1966. Erik Kiær and his wife Ingrid, with a deed of gift, transferred 99.7% of the shares in the company to the Aarhuus Stiftsbogtrykkerie Foundation (now known as Stibo Fonden/the Stibo Foundation). 

 

The main task of the Stibo Foundation is to act as the owner of the Stibo companies, while ensuring good and initiative-oriented company management and long-term dedication to innovation. In addition, the Stibo Foundation supports scientific research, social and cultural tasks, and causes that can benefit the well-being of corporate Denmark. 

 

It is the policy of the foundation that most of the profits and liquidity created in the companies remain in the companies to ensure a solid foundation for the companies’ continued development.

225

years of history.

+2,000

employees at Stibo.

100%

owned by the Stibo Foundation.

The Stibo Software Group has remained 100% owned by the Stibo Foundation

For decades, the Stibo Foundation ownership structure has provided a long-term perspective and ‘patient money’ that enables Stibo DX to focus on the current and future needs of its customers and the media industry.

The History of the Stibo group

The Stibo story

1794

A legacy of innovation since 1794

Stibo DX is part of the Stibo Group. Founded in 1794 as Aarhuus Stiftsbogtrykkerie by printer Niels Lund, the company published the first edition of Århus Stiftstidende that same year. Since then, the Stibo Group has evolved into a global leader in master data management, media enterprise platforms, and commercial printing.

1927

A new chapter begins in 1927

The newspaper division (Aarhus Stiftstidende) of Aarhuus Stiftsbogtrykkerie was sold, and Hans Kiær acquired the printing house, shaping the next phase of the company’s journey.

1949

A generational shift in 1949

Hans Kiær’s son, Erik Kiær, and his wife Ingrid Kiær took over Aarhuus Stiftsbogtrykkerie (now Stibo). Bringing new technology into the company, Erik Kiær became the link between past and present, focused on securing the company’s future with a long-term perspective.

1966

A foundation for the future

In 1966, the Kiær couple transferred their shares to the newly established Stibo Foundation. For over 60 years, the Foundation has ensured full ownership of the Stibo Group, supporting global growth, technological excellence, and long-term value for customers.

The Stibo DX legacy

Staying adaptive

in an ever-changing world

There is a Danish saying that ‘you do not become a leader by following other people’s footsteps’. Since the foundation of Stibo DX more than half a century ago, Stibo DX has taken the lead in cooperation with its customers, leaving permanent footprints by staying adaptive to the ever-changing demands of the global media market. 

2026

Cue Hive introduces real-time newsroom collaboration

With the introduction of Cue Hive, newsrooms can now collaborate in real time across teams, formats, and channels. Shared planning, editing, and feedback, all in one unified workspace. Breaking down silos and accelerating storytelling across the media enterprise. 

2025

Stibo DX steps into the Japanese media market, through partnership with Shizuoka Shimbun

Shizuoka Shimbun, a leading voice among regional Japanese news publishers, will partner with Stibo DX to explore the advantages of the media enterprise platform, Cue, as part of its newsroom transformation strategy. The partnership will enhance efficiency, storytelling capabilities and audience engagement, strengthening Shizuoka Shimbun’s commitment to deliver compelling content to their readers, supported by the platform’s automation and AI capabilities.
 
As the media landscape continues to evolve, with convergence, consolidation, and innovation at the forefront, Shizuoka Shimbun is proactively optimizing its news production processes. By leveraging Stibo DX’s expertise, the news publisher seeks to streamline workflows and refine content delivery, tapping into Stibo DX’s vision to be a true multimedia hybrid of the future.
 
“By partnering with Stibo DX, we’re tapping into deep industry expertise and advanced technology to explore ways to make our newsroom more agile, efficient, and impactful.” Said Go Oishi, President Chairman at Shizuoka Shimbun

2024

Stibo DX launched Cue Autopilot in 2024

The foundation for platform-wide AI in newsrooms, providing an orchestration layer for AI implementation, governance and innovation across the entire enterprise. Moving small AI experiments to enterprise level at unprecedented speed. 

2024

Stibo DX launches its new partnership program

Stibo DX launched its partnership program to strengthen our ability to deliver innovative solutions and accelerate strategic execution. By collaborating with technology providers, service partners, and complementary businesses, we enhance our product capabilities, reduce time-to-market, and streamline delivery for customers. This approach also opens doors to new market segments and creates joint go-to-market opportunities, ensuring greater customer value and sustainable growth.

2023

Stibo DX commits to the Science Based Target initiative net-zero targets

Stibo Software Group, the parent company of Stibo DX, has committed to set near-term and net zero company-wide emission reductions in line with climate science with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
 
“We are aware of the importance of rapid and deep emission cuts worldwide, and we feel the urgency to take action,” said Paul van Lennep, Head of ESG & Sustainability.
“Setting these kinds of robust targets – at the pace and scale required by climate science – is a crucial part of our ESG strategy.” By committing to set a net-zero target, Stibo Software Group has also become part of Race to Zero, the UN-backed campaign. This global campaign seeks to rally leadership from all non-state actors for a healthy, resilient, zero-carbon recovery.

2023

Lars Bjørn Falkenberg is appointed as CEO of Stibo DX

Lars Bjørn Falkenberg took over the position of CEO of March 16, 2023. Lars came from a position as Vice President & Deputy Managing Director, Head of Sales for T-Systems International GmbH. Before working for T-Systems, Lars was Vice President of the Danish KMD Group, a digital transformation services and solutions provider. Prior to his time with KMD, Lars was the CEO of the data science and research company Epinion Group P/S, and a Senior Vice President with Simcorp A/S.

 

Lars has, among other institutions, studied at the Business Schools of Aarhus and Copenhagen, and holds degrees in business administration, media, journalism and communications.

 

Chairman of the Board for Stibo Software Group, Torben Munch: “I welcome Lars to Stibo DX. With Lars’ background, spanning media and marketing from his early career over renowned technology, software, and services companies such as T-Systems, KMD and Simcorp, I feel confident that Stibo DX can continue to support our clients in their digital transformation journeys. I know Lars’ leadership style to encourage collaboration and an open and engaging dialog with customers and stakeholders”.

2020

CCI and Escenic merge under the new company brand, Stibo DX

In February 2020, CCI and Escenic merged under our new company brand, Stibo DX. The rebranding marks a new chapter for us, as we stepped closer to our parent company, Stibo Group, and gear up for further growth.
For more than three decades, CCI and our subsidiary company, Escenic, had been leading technology partners for some of the world’s biggest news and media companies.

2019

Stibo DX acquired German DAM provider Digital Collections

In April 2019, Stibo DX strengthened its successful Cue media enterprise platform by adding Digital Collections’ (DC) best-in-class digital asset management (DAM) capabilities. Stibo DX fully acquired Digital Collections.

 

DC was known worldwide for its industry-leading DC-X digital asset management platform. The DC-X DAM enabled media companies to manage diverse content assets, such as pictures, text, and videos, in a central content repository, and to integrate external sources, such as RSS feeds and agency wires, into their content creation workflow.

2016

In 2016, Stibo DX launched the Cue media enterprise platform

That maximizes profitability and scalability by streamlining multimedia content creation, asset management, multi-channel distribution and product innovation across brands and teams within media enterprises. 

1979

Since 1979 Stibo DX has delivered breakthrough solutions

CCI Europe (now Stibo DX A/S) is established and focuses on editorial software for the newspaper industry.

1877

Investing in the first steam powered printing press in 1877

A state-of-the-art technology for its time, innovation is at the core of our DNA and a cornerstone of our business model.

The Future of stibo DX

Driving the future of modern media operations

For more than two centuries, staying adaptive has been part of who we are. From the first steam-powered printing press to the launch of Cue Autopilot, Stibo DX’s commitment to advancing media technology is both our heritage and our ongoing mission.


As the company behind Cue, the media enterprise platform built for the complex realities of modern media operations, Stibo DX empowers media organizations to simplify operations, strengthen collaboration, and deliver faster across every channel.


Backed by a robust financial structure and unique ownership model, Stibo DX is positioned for the long term, investing continuously in innovation, talent, and technology to ensure our customers stay ahead.

Our purpose

To be the leading partner in driving the future of modern media operations.

Why Stibo DX

Winning aspiration

We will be the leading partner in digital transformation for media companies globally.

Read the letter from our CEO

Our structure

A team built on experience, focus, and shared purpose. Guiding Stibo DX forward in shaping modern media operations.

Our leadership team

Mediahuis use Cue to accelerate adoption of AI and new storytelling formats across editorial, print, and digital.

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