Shenzhen | Hong Kong | UK | South Africa

Since 2007

Our History

From Gemalto veterans to global smart card manufacturer. The story of how industry expertise met Chinese manufacturing capability.

2007

Company Founded

Cardzgroup was founded by a former senior management team from Gemalto UK, one of the world's largest smart card companies. The founding team brought decades of combined experience in card manufacturing, quality control, and international distribution.

Building the Foundation

Team Established in China

The management team built a dedicated team on the ground in China, tasked with auditing and selecting the finest card manufacturing factories. This hands-on approach ensured that only facilities meeting the highest international standards would be engaged for production.

Supply Chain Excellence

Premium Component Sourcing

A robust supply chain was established, importing premium-grade components from overseas suppliers. This included industry-leading chips, high-quality magnetic stripes, security holograms, and other critical materials. By controlling component quality at the source, Cardzgroup ensured superior finished products.

The Model

Contract Manufacturing Innovation

Cardzgroup pioneered a contract manufacturing model that combined the low cost base of Chinese manufacturing with the high quality of internationally-sourced materials. This unique approach delivered a compelling value proposition: world-class card quality at highly competitive prices.

Present Day

Continuous Growth & Improvement

Today, Cardzgroup continues to audit new factories, expand manufacturing capabilities, and refine its contract manufacturing model. Producing over 50 million cards annually, the company remains committed to delivering exceptional quality and value to clients worldwide.

Why Cardzgroup

The Cardzgroup Advantage

Our quality-controlled manufacturing approach sets us apart. We combine the best elements of Western management expertise with Chinese manufacturing efficiency.

Factory Auditing

Rigorous on-ground auditing of every manufacturing facility. Our China-based team continuously evaluates and selects only the best factories for production.

Premium Materials

We import the finest chips, magnetic stripes, holograms, and materials from leading international suppliers, ensuring every card meets the highest standards.

Competitive Pricing

Our contract manufacturing model leverages China's cost-efficient production base while maintaining premium quality, delivering unbeatable value for our clients.

Partner With Proven Experience

Nearly two decades of smart card manufacturing excellence. Let us bring that expertise to your next project.