Giesecke+Devrient (G+D): Building Confidence Where Cash Matters Most
Confidence is something most people don’t think about—until it’s missing. For Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), confidence is everything. It’s the purpose driving the company.
When you speak with Martin Bauer, VP, Commercial Markets, G+D Currency Technology, it becomes clear that the mission is to ensure that cash remains secure, efficient, and available for everyone who relies on it.
For more than 170 years, G+D has been a trusted partner to governments, financial institutions, and businesses worldwide. Today the company operates as a SecurityTech group, generating €3.6 billion in revenue in 2025. Its work spans Digital Security, Financial Platforms, and Currency Technology, all united by a single purpose: making the lives of billions of people more secure.
Supporting the Full Cash Cycle—From Concept to Circulation
G+D Currency Technology is uniquely positioned across the entire cash lifecycle. From the early stages of banknote design and production to high‑speed currency processing systems and intelligent software, G+D delivers end‑to‑end solutions trusted by:
- Central banks
- Commercial banks
- Banknote printers
- Cash‑in‑transit companies
- Casinos and high‑volume cash handlers
“Our customers operate at every point in the currency ecosystem,” Bauer explains. “Our job is to help them do it better—more securely, more efficiently, and with greater confidence.”
That commitment shows up in G+D’s technology portfolio. At one end are high‑performance M‑Series sorting systems, capable of processing more than 120,000 banknotes per hour. At the other are compact, portable solutions like ProNote, small enough to carry with one hand but powerful enough for real‑world demands. What connects them is a focus on reliability, uptime, and the data-driven automation that helps customers optimize their entire operation.
Connecting the Cash Ecosystem Through Technology
“Our focus is productivity, efficiency, and a return on investment for our customers,” Bauer says. “That means reliability first, backed by data and automation that allow our customers to see—and optimize—the entire operation.”
Equally important is what happens after installation. G+D places a strong emphasis on fast, reliable, and affordable service, understanding that uptime and responsiveness are mission‑critical in cash operations.
Why SCTA Matters to G+D
For G+D, joining and engaging with the Secure Cash & Transport Association (SCTA) was a natural fit. The organization brings together companies facing the same challenges and opportunities—modernizing the cash cycle while ensuring it remains resilient and relevant.
“We see SCTA members as partners,” Bauer says. “Cash is still one of the most convenient, secure, and inclusive forms of payment, and collaboration is essential if we want to strengthen the ecosystem together.”
That spirit of collaboration is especially important in today’s evolving payments landscape.
Championing Cash and Payment Choice
Even as digital payments continue to grow, G+D sees a positive shift: a renewed understanding of the importance of cash. Around the world—and particularly in the United States—there is increasing recognition that cash must remain a valid payment option to support choice, resilience, and financial inclusion.
G+D is active in advocating for this through the Payment Choice Coalition, a broad alliance of organizations in the U.S. committed to protecting consumers’ right to choose how they pay. The coalition unites companies across secure logistics, ATMs, currency processing, financial services, and advocacy—all working toward the same goal.
“Payment choice matters,” Bauer emphasizes. “Cash is critical for accessibility, privacy, and preparedness. Preserving it isn’t about resisting change, it’s about balance.”
Looking Ahead
As the cash ecosystem continues to evolve, G+D remains focused on innovation rooted in real‑world needs. By combining trusted technology, intelligent systems, and strong industry partnerships, the company is helping ensure that cash remains competitive, reliable, and trusted—today and for generations to come.
To learn more about G+D Currency Technology visit https://www.gi-de.com/en/us/currency-technology/.
