Press Releases and other announcements
Press Release October 25
FORD Australia
renews contract with Active Supply Chains
Active Supply Chains Australia has renewed its long term contract with the Parts and Accessories Division of FORD Australia to manage the distribution of parts and accessories to all Ford dealers. After a rigorous procurement exercise the contract was renewed for a a further term in November 2025.
Group Director Matthew O'Callaghan said "this showed the strength of the longstanding relationship between Ford and Active. We look forward to continuing to work together to bring the best distribution solutions to Ford's dealers and customers" - Melbourne, October 2025
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Press Release Sept 2025:
Commstack and SIPCA
SICPA AND COMMSTACK LAUNCH JOINT VENTURE TO DELIVER END-TO-END TRACEABILITY TO SECURE SOURCED MINERALS
Advised by ONYX CAPITAL PARTNERS
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Prilly (30 September 2025) – SICPA, a global leader in secure identification, traceability, and authentication technologies, and Commstack, a provider of next-generation digital infrastructure for commodity traceability and responsible trade, today announced the launch of a strategic joint venture designed to enhance transparency and accountability across the mining supply chain - starting with gold and other high value commodities.
The partnership generates unique synergies, combining SICPA’s secure marking and authentication technologies, expertise and global presence through long-standing collaborations with governments, central banks and regulators worldwide, and Commstack’s real-time, fact-based traceability and compliance digital platform. The partnership ensures full visibility across the mine to market value chain, enabling significant additional revenue opportunities for governments, facilitating global trade compliance, formalising artisanal mining and digitising trade flows.
By integrating cutting-edge marking technology, big data analytics, and secure digital infrastructure, the resulting joint venture platform offers a scalable and practical path to responsible sourcing. It creates value for governments, miners, and buyers alike by strengthening oversight, reducing risk, and enhancing market confidence throughout the mining supply chain.
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About SICPA
Established in 1927, SICPA is a Swiss private technology company that supports the effective governance and long-term prosperity of nations. SICPA is best known for protecting the majority of the world’s banknotes. With operations across five continents, our platform for sovereignty delivers sovereignty solutions across digital identity and integrity, revenue mobilisation, natural resources, health and brand protection.
About Commstack
Commstack delivers digital infrastructure and deep sector knowledge for commodity traceability, responsible sourcing, and ESG compliance. Its modular ecosystem enables full supply chain visibility, stakeholder inclusion, and trustworthy data for trade, investment, and regulatory alignment.