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SICPA Spark

Currency

SICPA is a trusted global security partner to central banks and high-security printers. For over seven decades, SICPA has established itself as a leading developer and supplier of security ink technologies, protecting the majority of the world’s banknotes from the threats of fraud and counterfeiting.

Our comprehensive portfolio encompasses inks developed for a wide range of printing processes including intaglio, offset, silkscreen, gravure, flexography and numbering, as well as solutions tailored for varnish protection and theft deterrence systems. 
 
Our technology supports all levels of authentication – from features detectable by the public, covert solutions for controllers and inspectors, or machine-readable authentication through automated systems, to solutions exclusively reserved for issuing authorities and forensic investigators.
 
Yet our mission goes beyond providing ink solutions.

160+ currencies

are protected by SICPA security inks

Challenges

The banknote industry is undergoing continuous technological evolution, aiming to better serve the requirements of all cash cycle stakeholders.
At the core of these developments are people’s needs for trust, efficiency, durability, and flexibility. Innovation is key to the rising challenges brought along by the emerging future.

Solutions & Services

SICPA's comprehensive solutions are tailored for all aspects of the cash ecosystem, ranging from security features and protective varnish to staining inks. Our offer also includes advisory and technical support services for our partners and customers.

Case Studies

Explore the tangible impacts of our solutions

 

Discover how our products and services not only contribute to making banknotes more secure and efficient but can also be used to foster inclusivity among communities.

Conferences & Events

 

At SICPA, we are committed to fostering connections and knowledge sharing through our participation in various events, which provide a platform for industry professionals to come together, share insights, and contribute to innovation.
The EMEA Cash Cycle (ICCOS) & Payments Seminar 2024


Date: November 25 - 27, 2024
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
 

The EMEA Cash Cycle (ICCOS) and Payments Seminar 2024, co-hosted by the South African Reserve Bank will take with a new payments-focused track, ‘Payments Trends Across Africa’ will delve into the evolving payments landscape in Africa, addressing key trends and future developments.

High Security Printing EMEA


Date: February 3 - 5, 2025
Location: Basel, Switzerland
 

Societies evolve.
Printing technologies evolve.
Banknote design evolves.
Automation process evolves.
Counterfeiting activities evolve.

 

SICPA solutions evolve.