Covestro and EMPTECH partner to advance high-security identity document solutions

Covestro and EMPTECH, a Chinese leading secure ID document system integrator and supplier of personalization equipment, announced a strategic partnership to jointly develop high-security ID document solutions, combining advanced personalization equipment with specialized material technologies.

The partnership has been formalized under a recently signed Memorandum of Understanding through which the companies will focus on delivering integrated solutions that meet stringent security standards for ID document projects in China and in emerging markets.

Sean Zheng (left), CEO of EMPTECH, and Dr. Caroline Wolff, Head of Specialty Films Asia-Pacific from Covestro, at the Memorandum of Understanding signing ceremony.

“Demand for high-security documents in emerging markets is rising rapidly, alongside increasing expectations for innovative and adaptable solutions, as well as reliable deployment,” said Dr. Caroline Wolff, Head of Specialty Films Asia-Pacific at Covestro.

Under their agreement, Covestro will leverage its deep technical expertise in polycarbonate films and specialty functional materials, while EMPTECH brings extensive experience in system integration and ID document equipment, engineering and supply. Together, the partners will address the growing technical demands of this sector.

“Material performance plays a critical role in determining the security of document products. Through this partnership with Covestro, we are strengthening our technical capabilities and overall competitiveness in emerging market projects,” said Sean Zheng, CEO of EMPTECH.