Ahmet Alptekin, Regional Representative, United Arab Emirates, will lead a panel discussion featuring Soner Canko, CEO of SC Management Advisory and Mert Kara, General Manager, Teknikkart. Card manufacturers will be severely impacted by digitalization of chip cards if issuers adapt digital-only issuance. One method is to reassert the value of chip cards for each domain such as payment, access control and public transport. The other method that card manufacturers should consider is to reinvent themselves by leveraging on making vertical investments that will secure their business in the future. Panelists will discuss possible options that card manufacturers can prepare themselves for. The focus will be on EMV 3DS online transaction authentication systems that the card manufacturers can implement. Panelists will discuss the feasibility of such vertical expansion of card manufacturers.

Tabletop exhibitors briefly present; groups rotate from exhibitor to exhibitor.

European Accessibility Act (EAA) related measures will need to be implemented by all EU countries from June 2025 onwards. This directive impacts banks as of customer on-boarding, payment cards, payment terminals as well as ATMs and digital payments. In this presentation Tomasz Sekutowicz, Head of International Partnerships & Sales, Tietoevry Banking, will focus on various measures related to physical cards on how issuers can become more accessible, with special focus in visually impaired and elderly. The measures include notes on visual readability for cards and carriers, identification of the payment card, PIN management and protection from fraud. Several related real-life commercial cases will be highlighted.

Pursuing reduction of carbon emissions across myriad industrial products is an important initiative to combat climate change. An appealing (albeit historically difficult) method to reduce the carbon emissions is by innovating around the raw materials that form these products. Coatings and inks are not immune to these efforts, especially those with unique functionality where state-of-the-art optical effects or beneficial thermomechanical properties are desired. Coatings typically contain a solvent (water or petroleum based), resin, pigments, and other additives to optimize film performance. Once the coating is applied, curing ovens (commonly heated with natural gas) are used to evaporate the solvent and, optionally, drive the crosslinking chemistry of choice. When considering a cured coating, the difference between water vs high solids solvent-based technology seems to be minimal with their carbon emissions nearly equal, but with VOC reduction and improved safety of the former. Powder coatings offer an even lower footprint, but surface finish is not acceptable in all cases. UV curable systems offer both a lower carbon footprint, desirable appearance, and excellent film properties. However, pigmentation is still required to impart color and these components carry significant environmental impact. Analysis of a standard paint formulation reveals pigments and dyes are the highest constituent of carbon emissions ranging from 30% up to 60% of formulated coatings. A novel alternative to traditional pigmentation is structural color based on brush block copolymer technology. Lifecycle analysis results indicate brush block copolymers have less than 1/5^th the carbon footprint of organic pigments preferred for their high chroma. Given the importance of reducing carbon emissions associated with coatings, the benefit from the combination of 100% solids UV LED curing technologies and structural colors created with brush block copolymers seems to be an ideal choice.

Discover the Benefits of Our Factory Tour at Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG: Welcome to Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG! We will be delighted to have you join us for an exclusive tour of our cutting-edge manufacturing facility. Here are some unique benefits you will experience during your visit: Explore Advanced Printing Technology

• Innovative Equipment: Witness our state-of-the-art printing presses and technology in action.

Observe Quality and Precision

• Quality Control: Learn about our rigorous quality control processes that ensure top products.
• Engineering Excellence: Appreciate the precision and craftsmanship in our manufacturing processes.

Enhance Your Technical Knowledge

• Educational Insights: Gain practical knowledge of printing and manufacturing principles.
• Industry Trends: Learn about the latest trends and best practices in the graphic arts industry.

We hope you will find this tour both informative and inspiring, offering a glimpse into the innovation and dedication that drives Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG.  

Parley for the Oceans is an impact network committed to transforming the global economy to prevent the destruction of marine ecosystems. This presentation examines Parley's innovative approach to tackling three critical threats: the plastic crisis, climate change, and biodiversity loss. Highlighting the massive issue of plastic pollution, which affects marine life and human health, the presentation will dive into Parley's AIR Strategy—Avoid, Intercept, and Redesign. This strategy seeks to eliminate the use of virgin plastic in the short term and develop sustainable alternatives in the long term. Key initiatives, such as Parley Ocean Plastic®—a recycled material sourced through the Parley global cleanup network—demonstrate how eco-innovation can drive both environmental and economic benefits. Revenue generated from these recycled products supports further research and development of alternative materials and environmental projects across 34 countries. Moreover, Parley recognizes the importance of education in fostering a culture of environmental stewardship. Through Parley Ocean School programs, the organization engages with communities and educates the next generation about the beauty and fragility of our oceans. These programs empower young people with the knowledge and tools to become active participants in protecting our oceans. Through this comprehensive approach, Parley not only addresses the immediate impacts of plastic pollution but also fosters a sustainable future for our oceans. Attendees will gain insights into the effectiveness of Parley's strategies, the transformative potential of eco-innovation, and the critical role of education in preserving marine biodiversity.

This new technology offers advantages for card and inlay producers vs. the conventional technology in use (e.g. shorter cycle times, production flexibility, sheet by sheet production vs. big batch production, direct quality control after each cycle, high cost savings for consumables (e.g. specialized lamination plates)). In parallel to its solutions for conventional lamination processes, Lauffer Pressen has introduced this new technology and continues to develop it further. Installations are now in North America, Europe and Asia.

The ever-increasing demand for card personalization, driven by consumers' desire for unique and personalized products, presents new challenges for card issuers. As digital advances enable more sophisticated design and printing capabilities, card issuers will increasingly look for solutions that offer flexibility, efficiency and high-quality output.