DUBAI, UAE, June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TOPPAN Security, a global leader in secure identity and payment solutions, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire dzcard Group, a prominent provider of smart card solutions and personalization services across Asia and Africa. This strategicacquisition immediately positions the TOPPAN Group as the clear leader in the Asian payment card market.

The acquisition significantly expands the company's footprint by doubling its banking cards manufacturing capacity and its network of personalization centers. Building on its established presence in the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Europe, TOPPAN Security will now offer localized banking card services to clients in high-growth markets including Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, India, Morocco, and East Africa. With a significant youth demographic, these nations are actively investing in modern, secure payment infrastructure and financial inclusion initiatives, making them key strategic regions.

"Integrating dzcard Group into the TOPPAN Group marks a key milestone in our global expansion," said Jean-Pierre Ting, President of TOPPAN Security. "By combining TOPPAN Security's global scale with dzcard Group's regional strength, we are building a future-ready secure solutions business designed for long-term growth, innovation, and strategic agility. This acquisition is a clear indication of our broader strategic ambitions and is one of the many steps in our expansion plans."

Renaud Adam, CEO of dzcard Group, said: "Joining the TOPPAN Group marks an exciting new chapter for dzcard Group. We share a strong cultural alignment with TOPPAN Security, grounded in a mutual commitment to quality, client service, ambitious growth, and team spirit. Together, we'll accelerate investment, unlock economies of scale, enhance our capabilities, and drive innovation across all our markets."

This acquisition highlights TOPPAN Security's commitment to delivering end-to-end, high-quality physical and digital payment solutions. The combined organization will operate an expanded network of personalization and manufacturing facilities, providing the scale necessary to effectively support financial institutions, global banks, and fintechs across five continents.

About Us

dzcard Group

dzcard Group is the leading smart cards manufacturer in Southeast Asia and Africa. dzcard Group is securing everyday lives in a connected world. dzcard Group aims to provide solutions to the increasingly complex and fragmented digital lives by securing transactions, protecting identities, and ensuring connections. It is empowering payment, fintech, telecom, and governmental institutions with trustworthy products & solutions. dzcard Group is a fully integrated company and offers an entire range of products: cards, packaging, personalization, digital solutions, and encrypted authentication. With more than 1,000 collaborators, operations in 3 continents, 2 manufacturing plants, and 7 scheme-certified personalization centers, dzcard Group is delivering its solutions to clients all around the globe.

For more information, visit www.dzcard.com.

TOPPAN Security

TOPPAN Security is a global leader in systems integration and mission-critical identity and payment technologies, providing advanced solutions that enhance security, trust, and efficiency. It serves as the international development arm of the TOPPAN Group, focusing on advancing security solutions across global markets. The company specializes in secure document and card manufacturing, biometric authentication, encryption, and identity verification solutions, supporting governments and businesses in building resilient digital ecosystems.

Through partnerships with governments and businesses worldwide, TOPPAN Security continues to push boundaries, set industry benchmarks, and develop cutting-edge technologies that enhance physical and digital security and transform citizen experiences.

For more information, visit www.toppansecurity.com or contact info@toppansecurity.com.

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