HID has acquired IXLA, an Italian manufacturer of advanced laser and colour personalisation systems for cards and passports.

According to the comapany, the acquisition of IXLA expands HID’s card and passport personalisation portfolio, particularly in European markets and emerging economies.

“Welcoming IXLA into the HID family demonstrates our commitment to providing convenient and efficient document personalisation solutions across a variety of industries,” said Björn Lidefelt, EVP and Head of HID. 

“With IXLA’s technology and expertise, we are better positioned for geographic expansion, particularly in the government and financial institution space.”

What does IXLA offer?

IXLA specialises in the design, development and implementation of advanced laser and colour personalisation systems in three core categories:

• Card printers: Laser desktop and mid-range solutions for the secure personalisation of security documents such as identification cards, driver’s licenses, health cards and other government-issued credentials
• Passport printers: Low-mid-volume printers with laser and inkjet-based colour personalisation that offer precise printing solutions for personalising passports
• Application software: Machine management software that ensures all personalisation processes meet stringent security requirements to safeguard sensitive data

Growing offering

Craig Sandness, SVP and Head of Secure Issuance, HID, said: “We look forward to incorporating IXLA into our growing printer and credential personalisation offering.

“This addition helps increase our relevance in both the government and finance space, as well as better serve users in emerging markets across the globe.”

“At IXLA, we are proud of our achievements spanning 20+ years of designing, developing, manufacturing and selling advanced personalization systems,” said Ettore Ghirlanda, CEO, IXLA.

“Now, we are thrilled at the opportunity to combine forces with HID to expand our reach and further meet growing customer needs.”

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