IDEMIA Group announces a comprehensive reorganisation of the company to pursue its mission to make the world safer for consumers and citizens. These changes have been in effect since January 2nd, 2024.
Sustainable growth
IDEMIA has consistently demonstrated its ability to perform in fast-evolving markets and pursue a strong sustainable growth trajectory, both in terms of sales and profitability. In 2023, IDEMIA’s revenue was nearly €2.9 billion, and an EBITDA of over €630 million.
At the same time, it has always been a priority for the Group to simplify its operations and strengthen its customer-centricity.
Three divisions
Each division will be given the means to accelerate future growth, develop agility in their specific market segment
The Group is therefore creating three divisions, each operating as pioneers in their specific market segment.
Each division will be given the means to accelerate future growth, develop agility in their specific market segment, and provide tailored, innovative solutions to address their client needs.
Future positioning
"Over the past few years, the Group has demonstrated its ability to perform and confirmed its change of dimension and acceleration in growth and leadership," said Pierre Barrial, President & Chief Executive Officer at IDEMIA Group.
"Today’s announcements demonstrate IDEMIA positioning the company for the future opportunities generated by the transformation of our industry."
Offering advanced solutions
"I am proud to see this project successfully come to fruition, and it will enable us to be as close as possible to our customer's needs, offering them the most advanced solutions on the market."
"I’m also delighted to welcome Philippe Oliva to the company and to appoint Matthew Cole and Antoine Grenier to their new roles. Their track record and international experience will be a major asset for IDEMIA."
IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST)
IST's expertise in advanced cryptography and at-scale credential issuance uniquely positions
IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) is a Division of IDEMIA Group specialising in payment and connectivity solutions.
With a global workforce of approximately 10,000 employees across 50+ countries and an annual issuance of billions of physical and digital credentials, the Division’s expertise in advanced cryptography and at-scale credential issuance uniquely positions it in the market.
- Ultra-secure products
Trusted by 2,400 customers worldwide, IDEMIA Secure Transactions excels in providing ultra-secure products, including advanced payment solutions, mobile payment services, 5G and Quantum-Safe 5G technology, cloud-based digital connectivity, and eco-friendly processes, catering to the evolving needs of diverse industries.
This Division will be headed by Philippe, who joined the company and took up his post on 22nd January.
Digital technology
"In the field of digital transactions, security, and convenience are not mere features but a necessity."
"At IDEMIA Secure Transactions, our commitment is to make it safer and easier to pay and connect in a world where digital technology is present everywhere," said Philippe Oliva, Chief Executive Officer at IDEMIA Secure Transactions.
Security and ease of use
Philippe is looking forward to collaborating with all of IDEMIA's teams, to continue to provide security"
"I’m very excited to join such a high-performing team and to drive this Division into its new chapter."
"I am looking forward to collaborating with all our talented teams, to continue to provide both security and ease of use, and reinforce the trust we’ve built with our clients. As CEO of IDEMIA Secure Transactions, I’m proud to be part of this future."
IDEMIA Public Security (IPS)
IDEMIA Public Security (IPS) a Division of IDEMIA Group, is the premium provider of convenient, trusted biometric solutions revolutionising the fields of public security and identity, travel and transportation, and access control around the world.
Built on privacy and trust, IDEMIA's market-pioneering iris, fingerprint, and facial recognition solutions excel in independent benchmarking for accuracy, fairness, and scalability.
Encryption technologies
For more than 50 years, the business has fostered longstanding relationships with major governmental, trans-governmental, and private organisations across the globe.
Its solutions, designed using the most advanced security features and encryption technologies available on the market and with a commitment to privacy, accuracy, and fairness enable its clients to build safer and fairer societies where people can live, interact, and move about freely.
TSA’s next-generation CAT2
IDEMIA Public Security is the largest global provider of law enforcement biometric systems
With more than 3,800 employees, IDEMIA Public Security is the largest global provider of law enforcement biometric systems.
It provides TSA’s next-generation Credential Authentication Technology (CAT2) and holds a market-pioneering position in identity documents in the U.S., including the issuance of over 60 million smart credentials in the Americas region. This Division will be headed by Matthew Cole, who was previously Executive Vice President – Public Security & Identity Business Unit at IDEMIA.
Biometric solutions
"As we navigate an ever-changing landscape of security challenges, IDEMIA Public Security is dedicated to designing efficient world-class biometric solutions solving the unique challenges of government," said Matthew Cole, Chief Executive Officer at Public Security.
"Our combination of innovative technologies and a privacy-first approach enables us to deliver the best solutions for governments and corporate organisations looking to seamlessly and securely manage access, travel, and the flow of people, and ensure public safety. As Head of IDEMIA Public Security, I am pleased to lead a team that is engaged in shaping this future and ensuring biometric technology is used for good."
IDEMIA Smart Identity (ISI)
IDEMIA Smart Identity (ISI) is a Division of IDEMIA Group specialising in physical and digital identity solutions. As a pioneer in secure identity solutions, IDEMIA Smart Identity offers a comprehensive portfolio, including state-of-the-art Civil ID documents, digital identity credentials, corporate cards, and associated services.
With over 40 years of experience, the company has established itself as a trusted partner for governments globally, providing end-to-end solutions in civil IDs, physical IDs, and digital solutions.
Integrating digital solutions
IDEMIA also focuses on helping governments integrate digital solutions into their existing identity schemes
The company also focuses on helping governments integrate digital solutions into their existing identity schemes, with a global presence in 79 countries and two major production facilities in Europe.
Currently, IDEMIA Smart Identity has issued 3.5 billion identity documents worldwide, with 1,880 employees across 40 countries. This Division will be headed by Antoine Grenier, who was previously Vice President – Europe Region for Public Security & Identity Business Unit at IDEMIA.
Securing legal identity
"Empowering nations with secured identities is not just our mission; it’s essential in a rapidly evolving digital world," said Antoine Grenier, Chief Executive Officer at IDEMIA Smart Identity.
"At IDEMIA Smart Identity, we enable our customers to provide a secure legal identity, through biometrics and cryptography. This is one of our key objectives at IDEMIA Smart Identity, and I’m looking forward to pioneering this Division."