How Moneynet and Shift4 Are Scaling Cross-Border Payments in Europe 

Moneynet, a licensed Payment Facilitator (PayFac) regulated by the Bank of Italy, has long been a leader in card-present payment processing in Italy. As part of IVS Group—one of Europe’s largest vending machine operators—they saw an opportunity to expand into Spain and France. To succeed, they needed a partner that could provide: 

• Seamless cross-border payment capabilities 

• Competitive pricing and flexible services 

• A true acquiring partner to drive growth 

• Flexibility and fast response times 

How Shift4 Helped Moneynet Expand 

As a leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 provides innovative acquiring solutions that help businesses process payments securely and efficiently. By leveraging Shift4’s expertise, Moneynet successfully scaled its operations across borders while maintaining top-tier service. The result? Faster market expansion, cost savings, and a seamless transition into new regions.  

“Partnering with Shift4 has been a game-changer for our cross-border  expansion strategy. Their flexible approach and fast response times have allowed us to quickly adapt to new markets while maintaining the high level of service our customers expect. This collaboration has truly accelerated our growth in the European payment processing landscape.” — Marco Di Cosimo, Amministratore Delegato, Moneynet S.p.A. 

Key Benefits of Our Partnership 

• Comprehensive Acquiring Services: Shift4 became Moneynet’s main acquirer, streamlining all their payment processing needs.  
• Seamless Cross-Border Expansion: Our infrastructure powered Moneynet’s entry into Spain and France while reinforcing its Italian stronghold. 
• Flexibility & Responsiveness: Shift4’s fast response times ensured a highly collaborative, adaptive relationship.
• Competitive Pricing: With better services at more attractive costs, Moneynet gained a significant market advantage.
• Collaborative Growth Strategy: Beyond payments, this partnership enables both companies to expand their services to third parties. 

The Results: A Win-Win Collaboration 

For Shift4, this partnership strengthened our footprint in Italy while acquiring Moneynet’s merchants.  
For Moneynet, it unlocked powerful advantages: 

• Expanded Service Offering: Enhanced vending machine payment solutions. 

• Market Growth: A one-stop-shop for merchants across Europe. 

• Stronger Competitive Position: A more dominant force in European payments. 

• New Client Acquisition: Leveraging joint expertise to attract new business. 

“Our partnership with Moneynet exemplifies Shift4's commitment to enabling global commerce. By combining our robust acquiring services with Moneynet's expertise in card-present transactions, we've created a powerful solution for merchants across Europe. This collaboration has not only expanded our reach but also driven innovation in the payment processing industry.” — Nick Tubb, SVP Commercial, Europe, Shift4 

What’s Next? 

Moneynet and Shift4 are just getting started. With plans to enhance vending machine payments and expand third-party services, we’re pushing the boundaries of cross-border commerce. 

Looking to scale your payment operations? Contact Shift4 to explore the possibilities!