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Chander S Jeena

23 Oct. 2026

5 min read

Cambodia’s New Banknotes Highlight a Landmark Year for Hueck Folien

On 25 September 2026, the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) unveiled updated versions of its 50,000 riel and 100,000 riel banknotes, continuing the country’s long-standing use of holographic security features. The new denominations will circulate alongside existing banknotes rather than replace them, representing the latest chapter in Cambodia’s adoption of advanced optical security.

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Chander S Jeena

23 Oct. 2026

2 min read

Making the Complex Simple: Crane's OptiQor™

Crane Authentication has launched OptiQor™ DOVIDs, a new brand protection platform combining advanced optical design, secure manufacturing and flexible integration — and Jim Keller, VP of Technology Innovation and Product Management, explains how it fits into the company's evolving portfolio.

Companies Optical Security

Chander S Jeena

23 Oct. 2026

3 min read

A Journey Through the Design of Structural Colour on DOVIDs

At the Security Designers Forum 2026 in Istanbul, IN Groupe's Laurence Launay explored how structural colours are transforming DOVID design — bridging high-tech security with visual storytelling through rainbow effects, nanostructures, and demonstrator features inspired by endangered animals.

Companies Technical Features

Chander S Jeena

12 Oct. 2026

2 min read

RAITH Opens Another Experience Centre

RAITH, which specialises in maskless nanofabrication and mastering, has continued to expand its global customer support and technology network with the opening of its new Experience Centre Americas in Troy, New York.

Companies Origination Technology

Chander S Jeena

5 Oct. 2026

2 min read

UNIVACCO Posts Record H1 Results, Eyes Vietnam Ramp-Up

UNIVACCO Technology has reported record first-half 2026 revenue and profit as it advances plans to bring its new Vietnam manufacturing facility into production in 2027, strengthening its international production network for vacuum metallised films, foils and precision coating materials.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

5 Oct. 2026

2 min read

EMPTECH Launches PhotonShield™

Emperor Technology Company (EMPTECH), a publicly listed company headquartered in Shenzhen, China, specialising in identity document issuance technologies and AI-powered biometric solutions, has launched PhotonShield™, a new optical security feature for high-security identity documents.

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Chander S Jeena

28 Sept. 2026

2 min read

HRTA Secures Exclusive BullionProtect® Deal with SICPA

Indonesian gold producer Hartadinata Abadi Tbk (HRTA) has entered into an exclusive three-year partnership with SICPA-Peruri Securink to enhance the security and authentication of its EMASKU® bullion products.

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Chander S Jeena

21 Sept. 2026

2 min read

CCL Secure Expands Its OVD Arsenal for Polymer Banknotes

CCL Secure has expanded the capabilities at its polymer substrate production facility in Querétaro, Mexico, with the installation of a new OptiNota-H from Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions. Per CCL Secure, the new state-of-the-art line is the region’s only dedicated capability for applying advanced optical security features to polymer banknote substrates – and will serve customers worldwide.

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Chander S Jeena

14 Sept. 2026

1 min read

NANOSILIKHAN Selected for Korea’s K-Brand Protection Programme

NANOSILIKHAN Advanced Materials (formerly known as NANOBRICK), in consortium with INOFRIENDS, has been selected as an authentication technology provider for Korea’s 2026 K-Brand Government Certification Programme.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

1 Sept. 2026

2 min read

UFlex Holography Business Shifts Towards Value-Driven Security Solutions

UFlex is repositioning its holography division from a security features supplier to a broader solutions partner, with value-added products now accounting for around 30% of business and revenue reaching INR 615 crore in FY 2025–26.

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Chander S Jeena

1 Sept. 2026

3 min read

Royal Joh Enschedé Enters New Phase

Royal Joh Enschedé, an Authentix company, demonstrates its renewed banknote printing capability with two new commemorative polymer banknotes for the central banks of São Tomé and Príncipe and Samoa, signalling a broader strategic evolution under Authentix ownership.

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Chander S Jeena

13 Aug. 2026

2 min read

BOBST’s Metallising Business Defies Softer Equipment Market

BOBST continues to attract investment in its metallising technology despite weaker demand across the wider equipment market. The investments span barrier papers, holographic films, optical security and polymer banknote substrates. In the first half of 2026, the Swiss machinery manufacturer recorded consolidated sales of CHF 589.9 million, down 11.6% from CHF 667.4 million in the same period of 2025.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

13 Aug. 2026

2 min read

Washin Acquires Foilco to Expand Foil Business

Japanese hot-stamping foil manufacturer Washin Chemical Industry has acquired UK-based Foilco, a supplier of foils for luxury packaging, labels and graphic arts. The acquisition gives Foilco access to Washin's manufacturing capabilities and extensive product portfolio, while providing Washin with an established international sales and distribution platform.

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Chander S Jeena

1 Aug. 2026

2 min read

De La Rue to Print Denmark's New Banknote Series

Danmarks Nationalbank has signed a minimum six-year agreement with De La Rue to produce its upcoming banknote series, due for launch in 2028, completing the appointment of key industry partners for the new programme.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

1 Aug. 2026

2 min read

Security and Authentication Lead Strong Quarter for Crane NXT

Crane NXT reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, with its Security and Authentication Technologies business posting 17.5% sales growth to $227 million, while group net sales rose 22% to $493 million and net income climbed 42.2%.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

1 Aug. 2026

1 min read

Jasuindo Expands Digital Security Portfolio as Profits Rise

Indonesian security solutions provider PT Jasuindo Tiga Perkasa Tbk posted higher sales and net profit in H1 2026, while continuing its push into digital identity, RFID and authentication technologies.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

1 Aug. 2026

2 min read

Orell Füssli Extends Security Printing Momentum Into 2027

Orell Füssli reported group revenue of CHF 121.4 million in the first half of 2026, with its Security Printing division posting higher revenues but lower adjusted EBIT due to a shift toward less complex orders — while a strong order book supports capacity utilisation well into 2027.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

1 Aug. 2026

2 min read

Leadership Moves Across the Community

From state security printers and currency authorities to authentication specialists and industry associations, 2026 has seen a series of notable leadership appointments across the sector.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

27 July 2026

2 min read

Q&T and KURZ Partner to Embed KINEGRAM® in PolySecure®

Q&T Hi-Tech Polymer and KURZ have signed a project development cooperation Agreement to integrate KINEGRAM® optical security features within the layers of Q&T’s polymer substrate structure, with the aim to create a higher level of security integration than conventional surface-applied features.

Companies

Chander S Jeena

1 July 2026

2 min read

Hazen Paper Wins Honours at Gold Leaf Awards

Hazen Paper received four honours at the 33rd Annual Gold Leaf Awards in Nashville, held from 17-19 June 2026. They included three golds for best use of embellished poster, best use of holographics (self-promotion) and best use of transfer metallised substrate. The awards were organised by the Foil and Specialty Effects Association (FSEA).

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