8.5 million new German ID cards in the first year

One year after the introduction of the new electronic ID card, Bundesdruckerei in Berlin has produced and delivered more than 8.5 million of these high-security ID documents with Internet functions that are unique the world over. The potential of this small piece of high-security technology is becoming apparent through first applications on the net. By…

Bundesdruckerei records 12 percent increase in turnover Strengthened market position in system ID business/faster rate of innovation/focus on strategic growth areas and process efficiency

Bundesdruckerei recorded a successful 2010 financial year with turnover up by 12 percent to €348.7m. ID system business once again turned out to be the growth engine in national and international business. The most important project was the introduction of the new German ID card, one of the most demanding technology projects worldwide. With substantial investment in personnel and technology, Bundesdruckerei…