VSP Vision, the American health insurer, is set to acquire Marcolin, the Italian global leader in eyewear design, manufacturing, and distribution.
VSP Vision – a United States-based vision care health insurance company – owns Marchon Eyewear and the lens laboratory VSP Optics.
The acquisition of Marcolin is expected to “provide greater value for VSP members, clients, doctors, and key customers,” according to VSP Vision President and CEO Michael Guyette. “With a portfolio of some of the world’s most sought-after brands and advanced in-house manufacturing capabilities, Marcolin will strongly complement our existing offerings through Marchon Eyewear as we continue to deliver high-quality eyewear that meets diverse and evolving global customer needs.”
With a portfolio of some of the world’s most sought-after brands and advanced in-house manufacturing capabilities, Marcolin will strongly complement our existing offerings
Founded in Northern Italy in 1961, Marcolin distributes its eyewear collections in more than 125 countries. Its portfolio of luxury and lifestyle brands includes Tom Ford, Zegna, Christian Louboutin, ic! berlin, Max Mara, Guess and many others.
“With a shared passion for bringing the highest quality eyewear to as many people as possible, joining VSP Vision is a perfect fit,” said Fabrizio Curci, CEO and General Manager of Marcolin. “We look forward to combining our expertise, focus on craftsmanship, commitment to product innovation, and complementary portfolios and geographic presence to give customers the very best in eyewear and service.”
In recent years, Marcolin has been backed by the private equity firm PAI. Under the ownership of PAI, the Italian eyewear company broadened its international reach and enhanced operational efficiency, establishing itself as a leading player in the wholesale eyewear market.
“We are delighted to have backed Marcolin’s transformation into a world leader in the wholesale eyewear business”, said Raffaele Vitale, Partner at PAI. “We are grateful to the management team for their partnership and are confident that Marcolin is well-positioned to continue thriving in the years ahead, with plenty of runway for growth and a portfolio of iconic brands.”
