Authentix and LEONHARD KURZ Join Forces for QUANTUM stripe™
In a groundbreaking development, Authentix Inc., a pioneer in nano-optical security features, has announced a new cooperation and licensing agreement with LEONHARD KURZ Stiftung & Co. KG. This collaboration aims to facilitate the mass production of QUANTUM stripe™, Authentix's patented nano-optical technology. This partnership not only marks a significant milestone for Authentix but also represents a major turning point for the banknote security industry as it prepares to modernize its anti-counterfeit measures.
As demand across the global currency market continues to grow, the partnership has shifted its focus towards finalizing delivery and business terms, enabling the seamless introduction of QUANTUM stripe™ into the market. This innovative technology is now fully validated for series production, paving the way for a wide-scale launch in the currency sector. The synergy between Authentix's cutting-edge nano-optical solutions and KURZ's advanced production capabilities ensures the reliable delivery of high volumes of security features to currency clients worldwide.
Alan Newman, Chief Product Officer at Authentix, remarked, “After validating the manufacturing process and securing the necessary capacity, we are transitioning from innovation to full market rollout. This collaboration sets new standards for the currency sector, ensuring that customers can access our technology at a massive scale.”
The partnership combines Authentix's innovative approach to security features with the well-established production expertise of LEONHARD KURZ, which has been recognized globally for its banknote security solutions. As a part of this agreement, both companies are expected to finalize their supply and trade agreements soon, which will facilitate immediate market entry and support long-term growth for this cutting-edge technology.
About Authentix
Since its inception over 25 years ago, Authentix has carved out a leading position in providing end-to-end authentication solutions aimed at ensuring traceability through the complex global supply chains. The company specializes in tackling illicit trade across cash, excisable goods, and branded products. Headquartered in Addison, Texas, Authentix operates in various regions including North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, serving a global clientele of diverse industries. More about their services can be found on their website at
www.authentix.com.
About LEONHARD KURZ
LEONHARD KURZ is a global leader in banknote security, providing the essential element to the safeguarding of currency references through its innovative technologies. Their proprietary KINEGRAM® technology is one of the many advancements that has secured billions of banknotes around the world. KURZ also engages in the production of security films at its state-of-the-art facility located in Sulzbach-Rosenberg, Germany. The KURZ Group is a large enterprise with over 5,500 employees operating in more than 30 countries. For further information on their banknote solutions, visit
www.kurz-banknotes.com or learn more about the KURZ Group at
www.kurz-world.com.