3–5 FEBRUARY 2025
Basel, Switzerland
The latest technologies and techniques in the production and issue of banknotes, ePassports, ID cards, visas and other documents across Europe, the Middle East and Africa hsp-emea.com
Welcome
This is what makes High Security Printing™ (HSP) EMEA such a vibrant and rewarding experience.
The event, established for over 24 years, plays host to a programme exploring all aspects of the design, production, personalisation and authentication of secure documents. The programme features a strong agenda and a cross section of government authorities, suppliers and printers, with a range of expert speakers presenting on topics ranging from sustainability and resilience in print to physical and digital technologies, security features and mobile identity.
Taking place in Basel, Switzerland, High Security Printing EMEA will attract an international audience of some 250 leading specialists to discuss winning strategies, successful examples and innovative new technologies, with a special emphasis on Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
We hope you will be able to join us and look forward to welcoming you to Switzerland.
“This was a great experience! I got to know and understand many beautiful products. I also met a lot of nice people who were happy to share their knowledge.”
Belgium Federal Police
Regional developments in currency and document security
Currency features and substrates
Travel documentation technologies and features
Printing, production and sustainability
Anti-counterfeiting, document verification and enforcement
New developments in ID cards and breeder documents
Electronic identity and eGovernment
Technology and innovation
Reasons to Attend
Our Sponsors
Koenig & Bauer is regarded as the main driver of innovation and excellence within the high-security printing industry. Working hand in hand with our clients and partners, we have continuously elevated the art of high-security printing to new levels. www.koenig-bauer.com
Orell Füssli Security Printing is an internationally recognized specialist in security technology and security products and solutions. OFS provides its customers with unique and customized services in designing, manufacturing and supply of banknotes, identification documents, systems and security documents. www.ofs.ch
Specialist Supplier Exhibition
Our dedicated exhibition brings specialist suppliers and delegates together to discuss the latest innovations in security printing, papers and inks, optical and digital security features and authentication.
Session 1: Currency and Identity Documents in EMEA
Welcome Address
Swiss National Bank
Welcome Address
Bank for International Settlements – BIS
Currency Landscape & Launch of DataVault
John Winchcombe, Currency News™ (UK)
09.30 Passport Fraud Trends 2025
Joachim Caillosse, Secure Identity Alliance, (EU)
EMEA Identity Landscape
Francis Tuffy, Reconnaissance International (UK)
Modern Banknote Production
Sébastien Dufey, Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions (Switzerland)
Currency Sessions
Session 2: Developments in Currency
Intaglio Inks: The Backbone of Secure, Efficient, Durable, and Sustainable Banknotes
Michael Hans & Olivier Lefebvre, SICPA (Switzerland)
TBC
Antonio Arrieta, ECB,(Germany)
New Housenote
PWPW (Poland)
Kenya’s Upgraded Banknote Series
Evans Muttati, Central Bank of Kenya
Session 3: Design and Production
Unique in Design Manufacturing
Phil Holland, Komori (Japan)
Designing Banknotes Today
Barna Barabás, JURA (Hungary)
Neurocash®: An AI Tool for the Cash Cycle
Miguel Lopez, Banco de España (Spain)
When Leaving is Returning
Adrian Heuberger-Lewerenz, Bundesdruckerei (Germany)
Session 4: Sustainability and the Environment
Modelling the Environmental Impact of Banknotes with BEES®
Karim Shoukry, Orell Füssli Security Printing (Switzerland)
High Precision Security Features
Based on Recycling Materials
Michael Ritchewald, Hueck Folien (Austria)
Compact and Sustainable Disposal Solutions for Banknotes
Erich Hodel, Hunkeler (Switzerland)
Session 5: Security Features
The Art of Real Life in Banknotes
Will Stamper, Oberthur Fiduciaire (France)
Magneto-Optical Technology for Banknote Examination
Inga Voronko, Regula (Latvia)
The Agile KINEGRAM® – Make a Move with KURZ
Ian Smith, KURZ (Germany)
Session 6: Technology and Innovation
Harnessing AI for Precision and Creativity – The Next Frontier in Currency and Secure Document Design. Robert Newman, Carveco (UK)
What’s Next for Optically Variable Features
Mark Deakes, IOTA (UK)
BeeSmart
Mark Stevenson, KBBS (Switzerland)
Colour-Changing Smart Materials for Rapid Authentication: From Academia to Application
Alexander Brannan, University of Manchester (UK) and Gary Spinks, Security Fibres (UK)
Identity Sessions
Session 2: Developments in Identity Documents
The New Austrian Passport: Giving Identity to a Passport
Herbert Meixner, Austrian State Printing House (Austria)
Introducing the Next Generation of Dutch eID Documents (needs to stay on this day).
Renée Ong de Jong, Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations (Netherlands) & Ewout Rensen, IDEMIA Smart Identity (France)
The European Digital Identity Framework – Vision vs. Reality
Franziska Granc, NIMBUS (Germany)
How Using Biometrics Contributes to More Secure Travel and Identity Documents
Richard Perera, Landqart (Switzerland)
Session 3: New Products and Applications
Who Stole the Honey — an Intuitive and SelfExplanatory Design Integration of Government Exclusive, Independent, High Security Technologies. Axel Vonderhagen, OVD Kinegram (Germany)
21 Cards for Finland – HID’s Largest Ever Identity Document Design Project. An Incredible Journey of Collaboration, Innovation, and Precision. Matthew Sugdon, HID (UK)
Iraqi New eID Card
Amer Rifat, Veridos (Germany)
Simple but Sophisticated: Large Nano DOVIDs for Polycarbonate Documents
Robert Dvjorak, IQ Structures (Czech Republic)
For the latest changes and additions to the programme, visit hsp-emea.com
Session 4: Physical and Digital ID
Foundational Identity in a Connected World
Stephan D. Hofstetter, Secoia (Switzerland)
Futureproofing and Overcoming Adoption Challenges with Mobile IDs
Nick Larter, Veridos (Germany)
Imagine a World Where You Can Issue Both a Physical Paper and its Digital Counterpart Simultaneously — in a Fully Interoperable Format!
Heath Taylor, SICPA (Switzerland)
Enabling All-in-One Secure Citizen ID Documents Concepts via Speciality Films
Georgios Tziovaras, Covestro (Germany)
Session 5: Security and
Anticounterfeiting
Leveraging Ghana’s National ID Card as a Tool for Anti-Money Laundering Activities
Emmanuel Kpakpo Brown, National Identification Authority (Ghana)
The Vital Role That Color Theory and Analysis Play in High Security Printing
Hillary Hoover and Kirsten Welch, HSI Forensic Laboratory, (USA)
Fraud Insights; Identity Fraud Report 2025
Simon Horswell, Entrust (UK)
Combating Counterfeits and Fraud: Advanced Digital Security Solutions for Government and HighEnd Commercial Brand Protection Programs
Judy Moon, Digimarc Corporation (USA)
Pre-Conference Seminars
Currency
Optimising the Cash Cycle through Local Recirculation and Recycling
Monday 3 February 2025 | Afternoon
While the use of digital payments, including mobile phone payments, is increasing fast across the EMEA region, the overall use of cash remains high and it continues to be a vital payment instrument. However, the world is changing and there are significant opportunities to manage cash differently, in particular through local recycling and recirculation, ie. closest to where the cash is needed and used.
The use of machinery to issue and deposit cash is increasing at every point in the cash cycle. The ability to capture, store, share and analyse data is being revolutionised. Standardisation of packaging, reporting and data is driving efficiency. Business models are not standing still. Sustainability is on the agenda. All of this feeds into the opportunities to handle cash closer to the customer, reducing costs, increasing efficiencies and resilience and promoting sustainability.
This seminar is based on a new white paper – Cash Recirculation and Local Recycling: from Policy to Practice – and brings together a range of stakeholders to discuss the challenges and opportunities, with reallife examples of how new models of cash distribution can enhance more universal and cost-effective access to and acceptance of cash.
John Winchcombe, Reconnaissance International
CASH AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Cash Cycle Recirculation and Local Recycling: from Policy to Practice
Identity
ID – Impact of AI in Identity Documents
Monday 3 February 2025 | Morning
AI-powered technologies help solve complex problems and make our daily lives easier and more convenient. While this is true for legitimate business, it is also true for fraud.
Computer programs trained to produce works of art or write news stories could replace the work of human artists and journalists. In the same way, these tools are rapidly replacing traditional forgery techniques and putting sophisticated fraud in the hands of less skilled fraudsters.
In this seminar, we will look at case studies of AI-assisted document fraud from remote IDV (Identity Document Verification) and ask what we can do to combat this very real threat in an increasingly virtual world.
Michael van Gestel, Entrust
Social Events and Tours
Sunday 2 February
Welcome Reception Movenpick Hotel
Puro Bar, Basel
Kindly Sponsored by Landqart
All delegates are invited to join us from 18.30 to 20.30 in the PURO bar of the Movenpick Hotel. Enjoy a corner view of the city and insights into the glassy walk-in wine cellar, PURO is perfect for this get together in a lively atmosphere.
Monday 3 February
Exhibition Opening, Welcome Cocktail
Kindly Sponsored by Orell Füssli
On Monday 3 February we host the welcome cocktail and exhibition opening with our sponsors and exhibitors, presenting the latest developments in security printing and technologies in a relaxed atmosphere.
Tuesday 4 February
Gala Dinner
Kindly Sponsored by Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions
On Tuesday 4 February the gala dinner takes place at Safran Zunft. Right in the heart of Basel’s charming old town, on the market square, this traditional restaurant invites you on a culinary journey. Experience the perfect mix of tradition and innovation. The menu will be prepared with passion using local, seasonal products.
Delegates will travel from the Movenpcik Hotel by tram to the door of Safran Zunfit and enjoy the experience, the timeless charm and culinary delicacies of the Safran Zunft.
Wednesday 5 February
Exhibition Closing and Farewell Cocktail
Kindly Sponsored by SICPA
On Wednesday 5 February we host the exhibition closing and farewell cocktail with the final chance to spend time with our sponsors and exhibitors showcasing the latest developments in security printing and technologies.
Thursday 6 February
Co-Hosted Tour to Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions and SICPA
We are delighted to offer all delegates an exclusive opportunity to join a co-hosted visit to Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions (KBBS) and SICPA.
Both organisations are headquartered in Lausanne, a global hub for expertise in banknote production, secure documents, and security printing.
Schedule Overview
Please note that this visit will span a full day due to the transfer time between Basel and Lausanne.
07:00 – Departure from Mövenpick Hotel Basel
Visit – Co-hosted experience at KBBS with SICPA
17:00 – Return to Mövenpick Hotel Basel
Important Information
Spaces are strictly limited and will be reviewed by both organisations. To ensure your place, we encourage you to register your interest as soon as possible. Hannah Shildrake at (hannah@recon-intl.com).
Image courtesy of Movenpick Basel – PURO bar
Image courtesy of Safran Zunft.
“HSP is a highly valuable event for banknotes, security, cards & documents, design and sustainability.”
EMEA
Useful Information
Registration
To be part of HSP EMEA 2025, go to hsp-emea.com to book online or contact us directly.
Fees
Standard: £3,100
Fees do not include travel, visas, accommodation or accompanying spouse or social partner fees for the cocktails/conference dinner.
Discounts and Concessions
Government Delegates (Issuing Authorities)
First two delegates: ATTEND FOR FREE
Additional delegates: £1,100
Applies to government issuing authorities such as passport agencies, immigration authorities and central banks. Includes any government department responsible for the issue of banknotes, passports, ID cards and documents, revenue stamps, health cards or vehicle registration documents etc, as well as customs, immigration and law enforcement agencies.
State Enterprise Delegates: £1,100
Applies to 100% state-owned enterprises, such as printers and paper mills, based in the EMEA region.
Pre-Conference Seminar Fees
Per seminar: £650
Both seminars: £850
Government delegates: FREE
Travel and Accommodation
Delegates are responsible for arranging their own travel and accommodation. Details of special booking rates and how to make your hotel reservation can be found at hsp-emea.com
Venue
The Mövenpick Hotel Basel is the perfect place for an inspiring stay in Basel. Conveniently located in the city center, the hotel was built with sustainability in mind and is an elegant oasis of peace and relaxation. Interior designer Matteo Thun is responsible for the cozy and warm atmosphere in the 260 rooms and suites with modern comfort and magnificent views.
Here to Help
If you have any questions about the conference, contact the conference team:
Samantha Burns, Conference Director Weronika Komorowska, Head of Conferences
Tel: +44 (0)1932 785 680
Email: events@recon-intl.com
Other Information
Conference Language: The conference will be conducted in English.
Your Conference Organiser: The event is organised by Reconnaissance, the leading source of business intelligence for currency, identification, authentication, secure documents and holography. Visit reconnaissance.net
Release: The organisers accept no liability for personal injury or any loss of or damage to delegates’ personal effects. We reserve the right to cancel, modify or postpone the event without prior notice and to refuse admission to any person (with payments refunded).
Terms and Conditions: Visit reconnaissance.net for full terms and conditions.
RECONNAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL
2.4 The Beacon, Beaufront Park, Anick Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4TU, UK
Tel: +44 (0)1932 785 680
Email: events@recon-intl.com reconnaissance.net
Papierfabrik Louisenthal Government delegates attend for FREE