1983
Credit Card Keys was established and began producing emergency key cards for the automotive and domestic markets. Offering a unique product to overcome lost and mislaid keys, producing key cutting machines and dealer training.
1987
A requirement for secure key storage had begun to develop, the first Keymanager system was designed and introduced to the automotive industry.
1990
As demand increased for secure key management solutions, Credit Card Keys established and secured a foothold in the market, supplying a multitude of dealerships and body shops with key management devices.
1995
Credit Card Keys introduces a transponder option.
1996
Business continues to grow rapidly as Ford Europe and the AA adopt Credit Card Keys systems.
1999
Updates to the Keymanager cabinet are made to increase security
2002
Credit Card Keys continues with product development releasing the Drop Box for unmanned key delivery and the first iteration of the Trade Plate manager.
2005
A new and uprated level security cabinet is produced.
2011
Due to continued growth, Credit Card Keys moves to a new premises with increased space and better access to the nationwide transport network.
2013
To reflect the increased uptake in Keymanager security systems, Credit Card Keys embarks on a branding overhaul to become C.C.Keys,
2014
An updated mechanical board and peg design are introduced offering a more contemporary option to the product range
2015
C.C.Keys releases the electronic key management system under Smartbox, which still leads the field in technologic capability, versatility and security.
2016
Further updates are made to the cabinets of both mechanical and electronic systems resulting in one of the most secure solutions available internationally.
Present
Today, Credit Card Keys operates as a group including both CCKEYS and Smartbox. Offering a range of different key and asset storage solutions all over the world whilst continually developing new and its existing product line.