International Card Manufacturers Association

06/18/2026

The future of secure card manufacturing is heading to Germany! 🌍

Join us on 27-28 October for CardTREX 2026, hosted at the state-of-the-art Lohmann's TEC Center in Neuwied.

This year’s premier event brings the global card manufacturing and personalization industry together to explore high-performance bonding solutions, sustainable manufacturing practices, and cutting-edge adhesive technologies redefining secure cards and identity documents.

Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to connect with global industry leaders, discover game-changing innovations, and see these technologies in action.

Register now: https://icma.com/cardtrex/registration

06/17/2026

At ICMA, we provide the infrastructure, intelligence, and connections to ensure your business doesn't just adapt in the global card industry, it leads. From exclusive market insights to high-stakes networking and professional development with industry trailblazers, being an ICMA member is your blueprint for scalable growth.

Don’t just watch the future of the unfold. Shape it with us.

Join us today: https://icma.com/membership/join-now

06/16/2026

Ready to put your brand in front of the global card industry’s top decision-makers? 🌍💳

Join ICMA and leading innovators at CardTREX 2026 in Neuwied, Germany! Hosted by Lohmann from 27-28 October, this year’s premier European event focuses on the smart, sustainable, and high-performance bonding solutions shaping the future of card production and secure identity documents.

This isn’t your typical tabletop exhibit. As an exhibitor, you’ll be positioned directly within the Networking Zone, the central hub where attendees gather for meals and breaks. That means non-stop, meaningful engagement and high-visibility throughout the entire event.

Position your company alongside the industry's best. Space is limited—reserve your exhibit spot today! https://icma.com/cardtrex/exhibitors

06/11/2026

The fight against gift card fraud is evolving. Organized schemes are increasingly targeting weaknesses in the activation process, creating massive losses across the entire ecosystem.

To tackle this, William Strater, Vice President of Business Development at Graph-Tech USA, and Kristyn Falkenstern, Director of R&D at Digimarc, shared a new approach to secure gift card activation, one that works within existing production environments without disrupting retail workflows.

Check out our latest blog post for the full breakdown of their insights: https://icma.com/2026/05/28/securing-gift-card-activation-for-the-era-of-organized-fraud

Gift card fraud has evolved far beyond opportunistic tampering. Today, organized fraud schemes are exploiting structural weaknesses in how many gift cards are activated at the point of…

06/11/2026

Register today for CardTREX 2026! Join ICMA in Neuwied, Germany, 27-28 October 2026 at Lohmann’s state-of-the-art TEC Center.

Discover the future of smart, sustainable card manufacturing, secure identity documents, and high-performance bonding.

Secure your spot: https://icma.com/cardtrex/registration

06/10/2026

Master card manufacturing, personalization, and issuance anytime, anywhere. 🌐

In a fast-paced industry, keeping your skills sharp is key to operational success. With ACE-M On-Demand, card industry professionals can dive deep into complex workflows and build vital leadership skills on their own schedule.

Invest in your professional growth and drive your team forward.

🔗 Get started today: https://icma.com/training/ace-accreditation

06/05/2026

Want to get your business in front of the right crowd? ICMA is offering exclusive tabletop exhibit opportunities for companies ready to connect, collaborate, and grow with global industry peers at CardTREX 2026!

Join us at Lohmann’s state-of-the-art TEC Center in Neuwied, Germany, to discover and showcase the technologies, partnerships, and innovations bonding our industry together.

Don't miss out on high-value networking. Email [email protected] to lock in your space!

06/04/2026

Choosing a sustainable card material isn't as simple as picking the greenest label. From recycled polymers to bio-based alternatives, navigating the options can feel like a maze.

At ICMA's recent EXPO, ICMA Member Ethel Bermejo of Bixby International broke down a data-driven, performance-based approach to making informed, balanced material choices.

Read the full breakdown on our blog: https://icma.com/2026/05/26/navigating-the-sustainability-maze-a-more-informed-approach-to-card-body-materials

Sustainability is one of the most important conversations shaping the future of card manufacturing. But as more material options enter the market, from recycled polymers to biobased alternatives and compostable substrates,…

06/04/2026

We're officially looking for industry experts to share their insights, breakthroughs, and vision with a captive audience of peers at CardTREX 2026!

Whether you are leading the charge in card manufacturing and personalization, or pioneering the latest innovations in materials and sustainability, we want to hear from you.

This is your platform to spark conversations, showcase your expertise, and drive the industry forward.

Submit your abstract by emailing [email protected] to be considered for a speaker slot. Let's build the future of card technology together!

06/02/2026

Registration is officially open for CardTREX 2026!

The future of smart, sustainable card manufacturing is heading to Germany on 27-28 October 2026, and you don’t want to miss out. Join ICMA for our premier European event, where the global card manufacturing and personalization industry connects, learns, and grows.

Hosted at Lohmann’s state-of-the-art TEC Center in Neuwied, Germany, this year’s event will spotlight high-performance bonding solutions, sustainable manufacturing practices and adhesive technologies redefining secure cards and identity documents.

Secure your spot today to connect with industry leaders and see these technologies in action: https://icma.com/cardtrex