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De La Rue controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2019

    Serious Fraud Office investigation concerning South Sudan

    The UK Serious Fraud Office opened an investigation into suspected corruption connected with De La Rue's activities in South Sudan. The investigation was subsequently closed.

  2. 2016

    Panama Papers-related contract allegations

    Reporting following the Panama Papers disclosures described a confidential arrangement under which De La Rue contracted Somendra Khosla between 2002 and 2010 to help obtain contracts, with a reported 15 percent commission. The allegations formed part of wider scrutiny of the company's business practices.