• Matica’s M·Connect Partner Program reinforces its presence in Europe increasing the number of distributors
  • Expansion of cards-x brings new logistic platform for Matica in UK

Munich, Germany, 22 February 2021 – Matica Technologies AG – Matica has appointed cards-x UK as the exclusive Value-Added Distributor (M·VAD) for the United Kingdom and Ireland as part of its successful M·Connect Partner Program, implemented in Europe since January 2019.

cards-x UK, established in Malton, North Yorkshire, in October 2020 offers permanent stock, logistic services and technical support to the channels in UK and Ireland acting as the extension of Matica in the territory being the only and exclusive distributor to serve Matica partners (Matica Technology Partners and Matica Authorized Resellers) in the region.

cards-x’ local warehouse guarantees reduced lead times and freight cost to all Matica partners as well as a smooth logistic process which results in a tremendous benefit for them, avoiding recent logistic congestion in some European hubs due to the Brexit and its new documentation regulation.

We are delighted to extend our partnership with cards-x Group which has been proved to be very successful in DACH region”, said Ricard Ferrer, VP Sales, Global Marketing and Product Management, Matica Technologies. “our partnership with cards-x UK guarantees the best support to our partners in the region, not only logistically but also taking into consideration their experience and technical competence”, Ferrer concluded.

Matica Technologies has one of the largest product portfolios of any manufacturer on the planet, and a very exciting new product roadmap upcoming. We feel very privileged that Matica have chosen cards-x UK Ltd to represent their products in the UK market. The cards-x group are extremely excited to be part of Matica’s future ”, said Andrew Reeves, Director of cards-x UK, “Our new logistics platform in the UK along with the existing entity in Germany now means that the cards-x group can deliver and support Matica products in both the UK and DACH region.”

About cards-x

The cards-x group is a specialist European distributor of ID card printers and related consumables, including card printing solutions. cards-x is also a manufacturer of rigid ID cardholders. Established for more than 10 years, cards-x has the experience and knowledge to supply and support all partners. For further information, please visit cards-x.com

About Matica

Matica is a fast-growing and innovative global company, which develops, manufactures and markets a vast range of products in the secure ID, and payments industries. Matica has a strong international network, operating globally providing local sales and services through its offices in Germany, Italy, India, Malaysia, China, USA and the UAE. The company supports thousands of customers with its global network of certified resellers, value-added distributors and system integration partners. For further information, please visit maticagroup.com