World Cup on the money

SIBUR supplies polymers for special banknotes celebrating the FIFA World Cup.

The Bank of Russia has sourced polypropylene from SIBUR to print 20 million polymeric 100-rouble banknotes dedicated to the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Compared to paper money, plastic banknotes are sturdier and have a longer life, as well as being more moisture-resistant and boasting extra security features. Notes printed on polymer have all the necessary holographic protection, watermarks and surface relief. Moreover, these banknotes are recyclable.

“The feedstock and technical capabilities available for manufacturing polymeric banknotes have been relatively limited. As more of them are printed thanks to the new solution, both manufacturers and users will get to enjoy a more advanced and durable product,” commented Sergey Komyshan, member of SIBUR’s Management Board and Executive Director.

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