On 21 April 2026, EASTCOMPEACE has been named a finalist of the prestigious 2026 Élan Award of Excellence by the International Card Manufacturers Association, the company announced today.

EASTCOMPEACE was a finalist for People's Choice for our CIB Silk Road Themed Debit Card.

{We would like to express our sincere gratitude to ICMA for building a quality platform for us to showcase the breakthroughs in card manufacturing technology and the fusion of artistic aesthetics, as well as its continuous contribution to the development of the smart card industry. Being selected as a finalist is an affirmation of EASTCOMPEACE's innovative ability, and motivates us to continue to pursue excellence in the smart card field and polish our products to a higher standard.
 
Moving ahead, we will further collaborate with global industry leaders under ICMA’s guidance. Jointly leveraging AI, digital and green technologies, we will drive the whole sector toward a smarter, safer, low-carbon and more environmentally sustainable future.}

ICMA’s Élan Awards celebrate the pinnacle of design innovation, security and technical achievements by leading card manufacturers, suppliers and personalization/fulfillment members from around the globe. ICMA is a global trade association for card manufacturers, personalizers, issuers and suppliers.
 
“Each year, the Élan Awards remind us that innovation in card manufacturing is not standing still – it is advancing in exciting and meaningful ways,” said Jeffrey Barnhart, Founder and Executive Director. “We congratulate all of this year’s winners and entrants for helping raise the bar for excellence and for continuing to demonstrate the enduring value, creativity and technical sophistication of the physical card. Congratulations to EASTCOMPEACE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.”

About EASTCOMPEACE
Established in 1998 and listed on Shenzhen Stock Exchange (002017.SZ) since 2004, Eastcompeace is always committing to smart card, identity and security products and industries solution. As the world leading provider, it has being served in different fields in MNOs, banks, governmental institutes with 10 billion subscribers in more than 80 countries. Please find more information at www.eastcompeace.com/en

About ICMA
For 35 years, ICMA has been a nonprofit association of card manufacturers, personalizers, suppliers and related industry participants. ICMA acts as a resource for industry issues, including the production, technology, application, security and environmental issues of cards. More information is available at icma.com.