Societe Bic S.A. (BIF)

Overview

Société BIC SA is a global manufacturer and marketer of a wide range of products, including stationery, lighters, shavers, and more, with a history dating back to 1944. Its headquarters are located in Clichy, France. The company has carved a niche for itself by offering a diverse portfolio of products that cater to everyday needs across various categories. BIC’s broad market presence extends worldwide, leveraging traditional store channels, mass-market retail distributors, office product stationers, and modern e-commerce platforms to reach its customers. Additionally, BIC engages in various other activities, including delivery services, industrial equipment production, IT solutions, consumer products manufacturing and distribution, as well as real estate and insurance endeavors. The brand portfolio under the BIC umbrella includes well-known names like BIC Kids, Cello, RocketBook, Tipp-Ex, and many others, aiming to meet the varied needs of its global customer base through innovation and quality.

Products and Services

The comprehensive range of products and services offered by Société BIC SA includes:

• Stationery Products: This category encompasses ball pens, coloring and gel ink pens, markers, sticky notes, various types of pencils (including graphite, coloring, mechanical, etc.), correction tapes, and more. These products cater to both educational and professional needs, emphasizing functionality and creativity.
• Digital Solutions: Offering modern solutions such as reusable notebooks, digital slates, and smart pens, BIC aims to bridge the gap between traditional writing instruments and the digital world, catering to the evolving needs of consumers in the digital age.
• Art and Craft Kits: These are designed to unleash creativity among users of all ages, containing everything needed for a variety of art and craft projects.
• Temporary Tattoo Markers and Pen and Pencil Refills: These innovative products, including permanent and temporary tattoo markers, cater to the unique and personalizable needs of consumers, ensuring longevity and continued use of their favorite writing instruments.
• Shaving Products: BIC's range in personal grooming includes refillable shavers and razors, catering to both men and women with a focus on quality and reliability.
• Lighters: Offering pocket lighters, utility lighters, and decorated lighters, BIC’s products in this category are synonymous with safety and reliability, servicing a variety of needs from kitchen to outdoors.
• Additional Offerings: Beyond their core product lines, BIC also enters the market with batteries, shaving preparations, and promotional products, broadening its offerings to meet more consumer needs.

These products are marketed under a series of trusted brands, including but not limited to BIC, BIC Kids, Cello, Lucky, RocketBook, Tipp-Ex, BIC Wite-Out, and many others, making BIC products a staple in homes and offices worldwide.