What is ID&C?

ID&C is a global supplier of custom wristbands, RFID event technology, and accreditation solutions for festivals, venues, and hospitality brands.

With over 30 years of experience, ID&C helps event organisers, brands, and venues deliver secure, seamless, and memorable experiences through innovative identification and access control products.

ID&C products are used at thousands of events globally each year.

What We Do

We design and manufacture high-quality, custom identification solutions used by some of the world’s most recognised events and organisations. ID&C provides RFID wristbands, event accreditation, and access control solutions at global scale.

Our core specialisms include:

• RFID wristbands and cashless payment solutions
• Event accreditation and access control systems
• Onsite Badge Printing and Registration Support
• Custom fabric and plastic wristbands
• Lanyards, badges, and credential printing
• Secure identification for large-scale events

Our products are built for performance, security, and brand impact at scale.

Industries We Serve

ID&C supports a wide range of industries where secure identification and seamless access are critical:

• Festivals and live events
• Sports stadiums and arenas
• Hotels and resorts
• Corporate events and conferences
• Attractions and theme parks

Why Choose ID&C

• Proven experience – Over three decades in event identification
• Global scale – Trusted by major events worldwide
• Innovation leader – Early pioneer of RFID in live events
• Trusted ownership – Part of CCL Industries, a global leader in specialty labelling
• Fast, reliable delivery – Built for high-volume, time-critical projects

Our Story

ID&C was founded in 1995 in the UK, starting from a simple idea: to provide better identification solutions for events.

What began at Chris and Gill Wilkey's kitchen table has grown into a global business supporting some of the largest and most complex events in the world.

Key Milestones

1995 – ID&C founded in the UK
Late 1990s – Introduction of fabric wristbands to major festivals
2000s – Expansion into global event markets
2011 – RFID wristbands used at major festivals including Coachella
2020 – ID&C becomes part of CCL Industries

Innovation in Event Technology

ID&C has played a key role in advancing event technology, particularly in RFID and cashless systems.

Our RFID wristband solutions enable:

• Faster entry and reduced queues
• Secure access control
• Cashless payments
• Real-time event data insights

These technologies are now widely used across festivals, sports venues, and large-scale events worldwide.

Trusted by Global Events

ID&C products are used at some of the most recognised events and venues globally including Live Nation, The Brits and across the Premier League.

From music festivals to international sporting events, organisers rely on ID&C for secure, scalable, and high-quality identification solutions.

Our Commitment

We are committed to delivering:

• High-quality, durable products
• Secure and reliable event solutions
• Excellent customer service
• Continuous innovation in event technology