New 2015 releases from the Tura collection feature jewelry-like details reminiscent of art deco and the golden age of glam. The new eyewear styles boast hand set Swarovski crystals, metal studs, two-tone plating, uplifting front shapes and Italian acetate. Several frames are additions to the Legends Collection, a series of retro-inspired designs that pay homage to the brand’s history―pioneering eyewear as a fashion accessory. http://www.tura.com/
In one of the largest Middle Eastern optical fairs in the world, the first annual Silmo Istanbul show in Turkey hosted 500 brands with 95 exhibitors. Over 12,500 eye care industry professionals and visitors attended. Next year’s show is planned for December 10-13, 2015. http://silmoistanbul.com/
ZEISS posted a modest 2% revenue gain in the financial year 2013/2014, notwithstanding unfavourable currency effects and competitive pressures.
Sales totalled more than $6 billion CDN, a slight increase from the $5.885 billion in the prior year. Profits before taxes were up 14%, to $505 million CDN.
Sales of Carl Zeiss Vision declined 6%, from $1.181 billion CDN to $1.068 billion CDN.
According to Dr. Michael Kaschke, President and CEO of Carl Zeiss AG, the stagnation of the world economy could slow the Group’s global growth down in 2014/2015. Dr. Kaschke still expects an overall stable development in revenue and profits.
For more information: http://www.zeiss.com/corporate/en_de/media-forum/press-releases.html?id=D4FF860D6FEBEF64C1257DB10026DBE2
At the Opti 2015 trade show in Munich, Vista Eyewear will introduce five new models to its Mad in Italy line and three new styles to its Mad Fun collection. The latter, designed for women with strong personalities, come in bright colours. Two models (Edera and Giglio) feature metal fronts, while the third (Girasole) is made entirely of acetate. Distributed by Centennial Optical. http://www.centennialoptical.com/
Harley-Davidson and Marcolin have extended their eyewear licensing agreement for another four years.
The agreement is for the design, production and distribution of Harley-Davidson sunglasses and optical frames.
The partnership initially launched with Viva International Group in 1994 has been expanded to include the Marcolin Group. Marcolin acquired Viva International in 2013. http://www.marcolin.com/
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