Holograms suggested as route to tackling counterfeit trade 

Holograms could be used as part of a track and trace system to help crack down on counterfeit shipments, according to an international trade body.

The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA) suggested using holograms in the maritime sphere after the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) outlined plans to tackle counterfeit volumes in a new Know Your Customer (KYC) best practices paper.

The paper outlines a voluntary framework of practices for companies to follow when reviewing the trustworthiness of potential customers, and the IMHA said hologram technology can enable carriers to verify the authenticity of a legitimate product.