The banknote printer declined to comment on whether it has won any new contracts, but reported that developing countries are demanding more 'clean' money as their economies grow.
As a result, new positions are to be created, taking staff numbers to 240 at its Gateshead plant, in the Team Valley Trading Estate.
Gary Williams, head of corporate affairs at De La Rue, said that he was delighted that De La Rue was doing well during tough economic times.
He added: "There are a range of factors that have led to the increased demand for printing. Often countries want cleaner money to come from ATMs and there is a demand for politicians faces to be printed onto the notes."
De La Rue said it is too early to comment on whether new equipment will be purchased as a result of the manufacturing increase.
Dave Anderson MP, whose constituency includes the Team Valley, said: This would have been good news at any time but the timing could not be better. De La Rue is widely admired for the quality of their work and this clearly affirms the faith they have in the workforce in this region.
Last November, De La Rue's interim results showed a 14.4% increase in revenues, with pre tax profit up 23.9% to £49m.
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