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• First Name: Thijs
• Last Name: Boonen
• Priority: Normal
• Job Title: Operations Director
• Company: Liberty Fabrics Rotterdam B.V.
• Country: The Netherlands
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• Session Timeslot: Wednesday 14/10/2026 14:50-14:58
• Session Title: Advanced physical and digital security features
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• Session Track: Industry Innovation Arena
• Session Type: Identity
• Role: Speaker
• Bio:

  Thijs Boonen has specialised in security threads for passports and brand protection since joining Liberty's security products division in 2017. He focuses on developing high-performance threads that combine advanced security features with excellent runnability, helping customers minimise downtime and reduce operational costs. Previously, Thijs worked in customer service and technical advisory roles, where he developed tailored solutions to address customers' manufacturing challenges. His practical knowledge stems from starting his career on the textile production floor in 2010, where he gained hands-on experience in dyeing and manufacturing processes.

  Thijs studied Business and Marketing in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. He is passionate about helping decision-makers understand the importance of selecting security threads based not only on price and security features, but also on operational performance and reliability.

• Presentation Title: Advanced physical security features in sewing threads
• Presentation 2-Line Description: Discover how advanced sewing threads are redefining product protection. With built-in physical security features such as IR taggants and UV fluorescence, they enable reliable authentication, strengthen traceability, and help combat counterfeiting. Join Thijs in the Arena to learn more.
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