A new facility for Marcolin in Longarone

'At this particular time on the current international economic scene, this investment is a positive sign of the company's growth and development. It is also consistent with the strategic route oriented toward the development of eyewear lines for major luxury brands for which the values of Made in Italy and excellent quality are absolutely essential.' These were the words of Massimo Saracchi, Chief Executive and Managing Director of the Marcolin Group.

The expansion of the facility is in response to the need to increase the company's production capacity following the growth in sales volumes during 2007/2008, which is forecast to continue in the years to come with the launch of new lines recently added to the portfolio.

The new facility will also allow the company to further improve its after-sales service by centralizing its management at the headquarters in Italy and by rationalizing the existing warehouses at Longarone, Sedico and Montebelluna.

The work is due to start at the earliest and aims at opening the new facility early 2010.