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Celebrating our people also means recognizing those who help keep our workplace safe. During a recent appreciation week, we highlighted the associates who consistently demonstrate care, responsibility, and teamwork across our sites. A key focus was recognizing the Top Five Security & Safety Observations, acknowledging individuals who go above and beyond to protect their colleagues and environment. We also kicked off the week with a Welcome to Work celebration, bringing teams together with positivity and connection, and proudly celebrated colleagues marking their 5-year work anniversaries, a meaningful milestone reflecting dedication and trust. At Crane Currency, safety and recognition go hand in hand. When people feel valued, supported, and heard, our culture grows stronger. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making the week meaningful and to all our associates who help create a safe, respectful, and collaborative workplace every day.

If you missed our very own Tod Niedeck, Global Marketing Director at Crane Currency, inviting attendees to “Come Closer” during his presentation at the Banknote Conference in Washington DC yesterday, there’s still time to connect with him and our other experts at the Crane Currency suites and booth today and tomorrow.   At Crane, we’re always excited to share something insightful, innovative, and worth exploring. Backed by 225 years of expertise and experience, our team is ready to discuss the ideas, technologies and perspectives shaping the future of currency.   We look forward to continuing the conversation at this year's BNC organised by Currency Research. #BanknoteConference #CraneCurrency #225Years #SecureByDesign

Please join us in welcoming Kushal Joshipura as Vice President of Operations at Crane Currency. Kushal brings more than two decades of experience leading global operations across complex, regulated industries. His background spans healthcare, advanced engineering, and large-scale manufacturing, with leadership roles at Danaher Corporation, GE Healthcare, Sandvik AB, and PDI Healthcare. Throughout his career, he has built strong teams, strengthened supply chains, and delivered sustainable operational results. In his new role, Kushal will lead operations across our five global manufacturing sites, with responsibility for EHS, Quality, CBS, and Order Fulfillment. He will also develop and execute our global operations strategy, partner closely with commercial and product development teams, and oversee capital investments to support future growth. His experience, perspective, and values align strongly with how we operate at Crane Currency, and we’re excited about the impact he’ll have as we continue to strengthen our global operations. Welcome to Crane Currency, Kushal!

Some moments in a company’s history fall into legend and this story is one of them. In 1879, as the U.S. Treasury evaluated suppliers for its banknote paper, competition was fierce. Papermakers gathered in Washington, each aware that the decision would define U.S. history for years to come. Among them was a young Winthrop Murray Crane, closely following the bids as they unfolded. As the story goes, when it became clear that Crane needed to adjust its pricing, rivals attempted to delay him, even locking him in his room. Undeterred, he reportedly escaped, returned, and submitted a revised bid just in time to secure the contract. Whether legend or fact, the story endures for a reason. It reflects the combination of expertise, agility, and determination that has shaped Crane’s approach for generations. The result was a partnership that began in 1879 and continues today, built on quality, consistency, and trust. #225Years #CraneCurrency #BanknoteSecurity #SecureByDesign

At Crane Currency, being a trusted partner is more than a value it’s how we work every day. In this testimonial, Karin Como, Senior Product Manager, shares how trust shapes her role. From collaborating with colleagues to supporting customers around the world. It’s a mindset built on strong relationships, shared expertise, and a commitment to delivering best-in-class security solutions. “What we do is important. We work with people around the world, and that trust matters every day.” Discover more about careers at Crane Currency: https://lnkd.in/d8b-x24j #CraneCurrency #TrustedPartner #Careers #PeopleAtCrane

In this first entry of our safety spotlight, we asked Christopher Camilleri, International EHS & Secure Materials Director at Crane Currency, what makes him most proud of the safety culture at Crane’s Ħal Far facility? This is what he had to say: “What makes me most proud is the genuine engagement of our teams in identifying and managing risk. Our workforce actively participates in risk assessments, safety inspections, and the reporting of safety observations. This has created a culture where safety is not seen as a compliance requirement, but as a shared responsibility. The consistency, transparency, and open communication we maintain, especially through regular presence on the shopfloor, have helped build trust and strengthen our collective commitment to keeping each other safe.” It’s an approach grounded in ownership, trust, and everyday action, where everyone plays a role in keeping each other safe. #CraneCurrency #SiteSafety #WorkplaceSafety #PeopleAtCrane

At Crane Currency, innovation is driven by a mindset to always improve. In this testimonial, Caitlin Byham, Designer II, shares how continuous learning, creative challenges, and diverse perspectives shape her work in brand protection and banknote design. From mastering new techniques to pushing creative boundaries, improvement is built into every project. “Our technology is never stagnant, we are always growing, developing, and innovating.” Discover more about careers at Crane Currency: https://lnkd.in/d8b-x24j #CraneCurrency #AlwaysImproving #Design #Careers #PeopleAtCrane

The IBNS named the 200 Caribbean guilder its 2025 Bank Note of the Year, after its global membership cited it as their overwhelming favorite.    We congratulate the Centrale Bank van Curaçao en Sint Maarten for this prestigious award. Learn more on the links below: https://lnkd.in/d9tAzbRy https://lnkd.in/dqs7xReK

As we mark 225 years of innovation at Crane Currency, we begin by reflecting on a defining moment in our history. In 1844, Crane identified counterfeiting as the central challenge facing banks and responded with a breakthrough. By embedding colored silk or cotton threads into the paper during its formation, Crane introduced the first security thread as a practical solution to protect value. Since then, this innovation has evolved from simple embedded fibers into today’s sophisticated micro-optic features used across modern banknotes worldwide. This early development marked a pivotal shift, establishing the integration of security directly into durable cotton and cotton-flax banknote paper, a principle that continues to guide our work today. #225Years #BanknoteSecurity #SecureByDesign #CraneCurrency

This Earth Day, we recognize the importance of building a more sustainable future, where innovation and responsibility go hand in hand. At Crane Currency Malta, initiatives like our Condensate Recovery System (CRS) which dramatically reduces our need for fresh water, demonstrates how engineering insights and a passion for continuous improvement combine to turn everyday processes into more sustainable solutions. An initiative led by Paul Fenech and his Engineering Team, the CRS follows this team’s awarding-winning photovoltaic installation situated atop our flagship Malta facility. It’s one example of how we continue to reduce our environmental impact through smarter use of materials, energy, and technology across our operations. #EarthDay #Sustainability #CraneCurrency #ResponsibleInnovation