Shamir Optical Industry Overview
- Year Founded
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1972
- Status
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Acquired/Merged
- Employees
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2,500
- Latest Deal Type
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2ndary - Private
- Financing Rounds
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6
- Investments
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7
Shamir Optical Industry General Information
Description
Manufacturer of lenses for eyewear intended to serve individuals. The company offers lens and mold designs, molds, semi-finished progressive lenses, single vision lenses, and finished back surface progressive lenses made from a range of materials including glass, the advanced Trivex® material, and poly-carbonate.
Contact Information
Website
www.shamir.com(Operating Subsidiary)
Corporate Office
- Kibbutz Shamir, Upper Galilee
- Shamir 1213500
- Israel
Corporate Office
- Kibbutz Shamir, Upper Galilee
- Shamir 1213500
- Israel
Shamir Optical Industry Valuation & Funding
| Deal Type | Date | Amount | Valuation/ EBITDA |
Post-Val | Status | Debt |
|---|
Shamir Optical Industry Patents
Shamir Optical Industry Recent Patent Activity
| Publication ID | Patent Title | Status | First Filing Date | Technology (CPC) | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WO-2026210279-A1 | An ophthalmic lens system for treating glaucoma | Pending | 31-Mar-2025 | ||
| WO-2026003842-A1 | System and method for fitting corrective lenses to an eyewear frame | Pending | 27-Jun-2024 | ||
| WO-2025141575-A1 | Lens system for children with handedness and a method thereof | Inactive | 29-Dec-2023 | ||
| EP-4721045-A1 | Device, system and method for simulating an effect of a light transmittance affecting element | Pending | 01-Jun-2023 | ||
| US-20260351219-A1 | Device, system and method for simulating an effect of a light transmittance affecting element | Pending | 01-Jun-2023 | G09G5/02 |
Shamir Optical Industry Signals
Shamir Optical Industry Former Investors
| Investor Name | Investor Type | Holding | Investor Since | Participating Rounds | Contact Info |
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Shamir Optical Industry Investments & Acquisitions (7)
Shamir Optical Industry’s most recent deal was a Secondary Transaction - Private with Essor France. The deal was made on 01-Jul-2014.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essor France | 01-Jul-2014 | Secondary Transaction - Private | Accessories | ||
| Inray | 01-Jan-2012 | Merger/Acquisition | Application Software | ||
| Centro Integral Optico | 20-Feb-2008 | Merger/Acquisition | Distributors (Healthcare) | ||
| Shalens | 20-Feb-2008 | Merger/Acquisition | Distributors/Wholesale | ||
| Centro Integral Optico | 15-Aug-2006 | Corporate | Distributors (Healthcare) |
Shamir Optical Industry FAQs
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When was Shamir Optical Industry founded?
Shamir Optical Industry was founded in 1972.
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Where is Shamir Optical Industry headquartered?
Shamir Optical Industry is headquartered in Shamir, Israel.
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What is the size of Shamir Optical Industry?
Shamir Optical Industry has 2,500 total employees.
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What industry is Shamir Optical Industry in?
Shamir Optical Industry’s primary industry is Therapeutic Devices.
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Is Shamir Optical Industry a private or public company?
Shamir Optical Industry is a Private company.
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What is the current valuation of Shamir Optical Industry?
The current valuation of Shamir Optical Industry is .
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What is Shamir Optical Industry’s current revenue?
The current revenue for Shamir Optical Industry is .
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How much funding has Shamir Optical Industry raised over time?
Shamir Optical Industry has raised $47.6M.
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Who are Shamir Optical Industry’s investors?
FIBI Holdings and Shamrock Holdings have invested in Shamir Optical Industry.
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When was Shamir Optical Industry acquired?
Shamir Optical Industry was acquired on 03-Aug-2022.
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Who acquired Shamir Optical Industry?
Shamir Optical Industry was acquired by EssilorLuxottica Société.
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