Marcolin announces renewal of Replay license

Marcolin, a leading company in the eyewear sector, yesterday announced the renewal of the license agreement for the design, production and worldwide distribution of the Replay Eyes brand of sunglasses and vision frames.

This marks the continuation of the long and constructive collaboration between the Marcolin Group and Fashion Box that began in 1997.

The agreement has been reconfirmed until December 31, 2009, with conditions that are substantially the same as those of the current license.

Billings for the 2007-2009 three-year period are estimated to be around Euros 24 million.

Maurizio Marcolin, Marcolin Group Style & Licensing CEO, commented: 'We are very pleased about continuing this collaboration. Replay is a very successful brand that is constantly expanding and perfectly fits our brand portfolio'.

Fashion Box S.p.A. Chief Executive Marco Bortoletti added: 'After years of profitable collaboration with the Marcolin Group, this renewal is very positive and will facilitate the development and image of the Replay business in the eyewear sector'.

One of the main players in the eyewear sector, the Marcolin Group confirms its association with the Fashion Box Group for production and worldwide distribution.