Economy Minister Daniela Schmitt tours Raiffeisen Printing Facility
In a significant visit on August 30, 2024, Rhineland-Palatinate's Minister for Economic Affairs and Tourism, Daniela Schmitt, paid a personal visit to the Raiffeisen print shop in Neuwied. The Raiffeisen print shop, a daughter company of DG Nexolution eG, has a long tradition and strong innovative power, making it a global player in the production of payment cards and customer cards made from various materials.
Founded in 1881 by Friedrich Wilhelm Raiffeisen, the Raiffeisen print shop has evolved from a printing business of rural cooperatives to a technology company for innovative payment systems. Today, the company specializes in card systems and personalization solutions for the cooperative financial group and beyond.
During her visit, Minister Schmitt was given a tour of the industrial production of debit and credit cards made from various materials, including the Timbercard, a wooden payment card that the Raiffeisen print shop has invested in to meet the growing demand. The Timbercard is made from FSC-certified wood from Europe and contributes to the reduction of plastic.
Marco Rummer, CEO of the Raiffeisen print shop and CEO of DG Nexolution, and Claudius Pawliczek, Head of Products & Operations, warmly welcomed Minister Schmitt during her visit. As a sign of appreciation for her support of regional economic initiatives, Minister Schmitt received her own Timbercard.
Minister Schmitt showed interest in DG Nexolution eG as a medium-sized partner in the region. The Raiffeisen print shop is also taking steps towards sustainability, with a two-hectare solar park being completed to enable the use of solar energy for the operation of the facilities in the future.
The press release about Minister Schmitt's visit to the Raiffeisen print shop in Neuwied can be found in the attached document RD_DGNexolution_PM_W~feisendruckerei.pdf. The visit underscores Minister Schmitt's commitment to supporting innovative businesses and sustainable projects in Rhineland-Palatinate.
[1] Tourism developments in the Wiedtal region [2] Awarding craftsmanship prizes in Rhineland-Palatinate [3] Other activities and initiatives involving Minister Schmitt
- Minister Schmitt's visit to the Raiffeisen print shop, a finance and technology pioneer in the business sector, was not only a testimony to their innovative payment card production, but also a demonstration of her support for the industry's growth and sustainability efforts.
- The Raiffeisen print shop, a long-standing traditional player in the industry, is venturing into the realm of technology, such as the Timbercard, a sustainable payment solution that aligns with Minister Schmitt's commitment to supporting innovative and eco-friendly projects.
