Safilo Group S.p.A. (S5U5)

Safilo Group S.p.A. is an Italian eyewear company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of sunglasses, optical frames, sports eyewear, goggles, and helmets. Founded in 1934 in Italy's Veneto region, with roots tracing back to 1878, it blends Italian craftsmanship, innovation, and stylistic trends to produce high-quality products for diverse consumer segments. The company manages a robust portfolio of six core house brands, including Carrera, Polaroid, Smith, Blenders, Privé Revaux, and Seventh Street, alongside over 30 licensed brands from prestigious fashion houses such as Dior, Fendi, BOSS, Jimmy Choo, Levi's, Tommy Hilfiger, and Under Armour. Safilo oversees its entire value chain, from five international design studios in Padua, Milan, New York, Hong Kong, and Portland, to production at owned facilities in Italy, the United States, and China, supplemented by qualified partners. With subsidiaries in 40 countries, over 50 distribution partners reaching 70 more, and products available in approximately 100,000 points of sale worldwide, Safilo plays a pivotal role in the competitive global eyewear industry as one of its leading players. The company emphasizes sustainability, digital transformation, and a customer-centric approach while maintaining over 140 years of manufacturing tradition.