Unicard has partnered with Zwipe AS to deploy biometric payment cards in the MEA region. With this collaboration, Zwipe will strengthen its presence in one of the leading markets in the MEA region. Unicard develops customized solutions in security printing and is a leading supplier of smartcards for the Saudi market.

As part of this agreement, Zwipe will provide its VISA and Mastercard approved Zwipe Pay biometric payment card platform to Unicard to make biometric payment cards available in Saudi Arabia and the MEA region. Unicard will benefit from Zwipe's biometric technology platform and expertise in biometric card manufacturing, personalization and fulfillment services.