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An international trade body says new reports about criminals cashing in on the COVID-19 crisis highlight the urgent need for more investment in anti-counterfeiting technologies. The message from t...

Rising global demand for ID and packaging security and authentication devices will strengthen the market for holography in 2020, according to the sector’s international trade body. The Inter...

An international industry going from strength-to-strength is reflected by the outstanding winners of this year’s Excellence in Holography awards, organised by industry trade body International...

In the fight against fake IDs, its value is priceless by Paul Dunn In the face of continued reports about fake identity documents and the ‘skills’ of counterfeiters to reproduce pass...

New entries are being welcomed for the Excellence in Holography Awards 2019, which recognises advancement and technical achievement in commercial holography. The awards are organised by industry t...

Paul Dunn, chair of the International Hologram Manufacturers Association considers how holography is finding a new role in the battle to protect fishing. Against a global backdrop, holograms conti...

The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA), which represents the global hologram industry, has appointed a new chairman and Board. Opsec’s Dr Paul Dunn comes in to lead the ...

The IHMA has secured an 80% discount on the latest special report ‘Diffractive Features on Banknotes’ published by Reconnaissance International.

IHMA Member UFLEX becomes certified Security Printer.

An international trade body says a new report on job losses due to counterfeiting is ‘extremely disturbing’ and urges a ‘redoubling’ of authentication of products.

IHMA refers to report on counterfeiting-induced job losses as “extremely disturbing

Counterfeits will deprive 5 million of jobs

Dr Mark Deakes, general secretary of the International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA), considers current developments in security holography in the face of continuing worries about fake ide...

This year’s Excellence in Holography Awards are now open for entries to honor the 'best commercial holography applications'.

A report has predicted the global value of counterfeiting and piracy will reach $2.3 trillion by 2022. Commissioned by the International Trademark Association (INTA) and the International Chamber ...

A new report from the International Trademark Association and the International Chamber of Commerce has estimated that the global economic value of counterfeiting and piracy could reach $2.3 trillion ...

Counterfeit market could reach US$2.3 trillion

The global economic value of counterfeiting and piracy could reach US$2.3 trillion by 2022, with China remaining the biggest source of counterfeit products such as alcohol, according to a new report.

Counterfeiting continues to rise

A report predicting a continuing rise in counterfeiting will sound fresh alarm bells for producers and suppliers of goods, and for the protection of brands, warns the International Hologram Manufact...

A high-profile panel of experts including government authorities and technology specialists came together in New Delhi to mark the launch of the forum

Manoj Kochar, Chairman of the International Hologram Manufacturers Association, considers the versatility of advanced track and trace holograms and how they are being adopted to protect brand and ro...

The technology can incorporate various data forms and product tracking information, as well as link on-pack product identification with supply chain management, market enforcement and forensic support...

The trade body the International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA) has appointed its first chairman from Asia. He is Manoj Kochar, pictured, founder and director of India-based Holoflex. T...

The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA) has appointed Manoj Kochar to the position of chairman. The founder and director of India-based Holoflex, Kochar will join current board...

The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA), which represents the global hologram industry, has appointed its first chairman from Asia.

An anti-counterfeiting device featured on the new Bank of England £5 banknote has won the Best Applied Security Product award at the recent Holography Awards 2016.

Eye-catching holograms for a plastic oil bottle and screw top cap were highly commended in the Best Applied Decorative/Packaging Product category at the The International Hologram Manufacturers Asso...

An anti-counterfeiting device featured on the new Bank of England £5 polymer banknote won the Best Applied Security Product Award at the recent Holography Awards 2016.

Eye-catching holograms for a plastic oil bottle and screw top cap were highly commended in the Best Applied Decorative/Packaging Product category at the Holography Awards 2016.

An anti-counterfeiting device featured on the new Bank of England £5 banknote has won the Best Applied Security Product award at the recent Holography Awards 2016.

Holography shines to keep packaging in the public eye Packaging benefits from the latest in holographic techniques

International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA) general secretary Dr Mark Deakes advises security printers to work towards ISO14298 compliance as the updated HIR (Hologram Image Register) goes...

Hazen Paper Wows Judges With Poster For 2016 Aimcal Award

The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA), a not-for-profit organisation that promotes authentication and security holograms worldwide, has appointed Manoj Kochar at India-based Holo...

Ian Lancaster, general secretary of the International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA), is stepping down after more than 20 years of service. With retirement on the horizon, Lancaster provide...

The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA) has appointed a new General Secretary.

IHMA Targets New Holography Companies with Appointment of New General Secretary

20 Years of commercial holography An interview with Ian Lancaster.

Ian Lancaster is a specialist in holography, optical security and authentication technologies.

Hague, a leading security print and IT solution provider, has appointed Mike Wheble as Managing Director of Hague Australia PTY Ltd following a rapid expansion in the country. Headquartered in the...