Banknote Printing Machine Market Report 2026

The banknote printing machine market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $14.43 billion in 2025 to $15.72 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to monetary circulation requirements, government investments in currency security, modernization of printing infrastructure, demand for counterfeit prevention, replacement of legacy printing equipment.

The banknote printing machine market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $21.46 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to upgrade of currency security features, adoption of digital monitoring systems, increased focus on operational efficiency, demand for sustainable printing processes, modernization of central bank facilities. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of advanced security printing technologies, rising integration of automated quality inspection systems, growing demand for high-speed currency printing, expansion of secure and tamper-resistant printing processes, enhanced focus on anti-counterfeiting measures.

The increase in currency circulation is expected to drive the growth of the banknote printing machine market going forward. Currency circulation refers to the total number and value of banknotes actively used in an economy, influenced by consumer spending, economic activity, and financial system needs. Rising circulation levels boost demand for banknote production, both to meet transactional requirements and to replace worn-out notes, ensuring currency quality and security. For example, in December 2024, according to the European Central Bank (ECB), a Germany-based EU central bank, the total number of euro banknotes in circulation reached 30.5 billion, with a combined value of approximately $1.85 trillion (€1.6 trillion). Over the year, the volume of banknotes increased by 2.4%, while their total value grew by 1.3%. Thus, growing currency circulation is fueling the expansion of the banknote printing machine market.

Leading companies in the banknote printing machine market are focusing on technological advancements in printing technology and expanding their operations to incorporate advanced security features. These initiatives aim to enhance the quality and security of printed banknotes. The expanded capabilities enable larger-scale manufacturing, improved reliability, and increased customization options to meet the rising demands of national mints and central banks worldwide for secure and high-quality banknote production. For instance, in November 2023, Komori Corporation, a Japan-based printing press manufacturer, launched the Komori Global Center-Security (KGC-S), a state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced security features. KGC-S specializes in providing cutting-edge security printing technologies for banknotes, including offset, intaglio, and numbering printing. Staffed by experts, KGC-S is dedicated to addressing customer challenges while adhering to principles of Power to the Print and Trust in Print.

In April 2023, Authentix, a US-based authentication company, completed the acquisition of Royal Joh. Enschede for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move is intended to bolster Authentix's capabilities in high-security printing and to support its expansion in programs serving governments, central banks, and commercial brand owners. The acquisition leverages Royal Joh. Enschede's expertise in producing high-quality security documents, such as banknotes, postage stamps, certificates, visas, and solutions for brand protection. Royal Joh. Enschede, headquartered in the Netherlands, is recognized for its advanced printing technologies and longstanding reputation in the security printing industry.

Major companies operating in the banknote printing machine market are Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions (KBA-NotaSys), Komori Corporation, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG, Tokyo Kikai Seisakusho Ltd. (TKS), Goebel Capital GmbH, Pasaban S.A., SPS TechnoScreen GmbH, Tresu Group, Nilpeter A/S, Paul Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG, SICPA Holding SA, Crane Currency, Landqart AG, Arjowiggins Security, De La Rue Authentication, Giesecke+Devrient Currency Technology, De La Rue plc, Orell Füssli Security Printing Ltd., Oberthur Fiduciaire SAS, China Banknote Printing and Minting Corporation (CBPM), Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Ltd. (SPMCIL), Goznak, Oumolat Security Printing LLC, Banque de France - Printing Works (Chamalières), Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN), Note Printing Australia (NPA)-Reserve Bank of Australia, De La Rue-Bank of England Facility, South African Banknote Company (SABN)

North America was the largest region in the banknote printing machine market in 2025. The regions covered in the banknote printing machine market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the banknote printing machine market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The banknote printing machine market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as manufacturing, distribution, installation, training, support, and troubleshooting and repair. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The banknote printing machine market also includes sales of security printing machines, plate making systems, packaging systems, and banknote authentication devices. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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