AG Capital and VR Equitypartner invest in IDENTA to enhance its market presence and technological capabilities in the smart card industry.

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Founded nearly 60 years ago, IDENTA is a leading ISO-certified specialist in smart card technology, catering to a broad range of prestigious blue-chip clients with its innovative card solutions. The company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes multifunctional chip cards, MasterCard credit cards, and RFID media, such as key fobs designed for automatic and contactless identification of objects through radio frequency.

With over 3,500 companies in Europe, particularly in the German-speaking region, relying on IDENTA's expertise, the company also provides a web-based card management system and a comprehensive range of identification accessories, alongside compatible desktop card printers. The production facility in Villingen-Schwenningen manufactures, personalizes, and encodes transponders and chip cards, as well as RFID media under high-security conditions, employing advanced manufacturing technology that meets the highest technical standards.

Industry Overview in Germany

The smart card and identification technology industry in Germany has witnessed significant growth, driven by increasing demands for secure identification solutions across various sectors, including finance, healthcare