Marcolin renews agreement with The Timberland Company

The Marcolin Group, one of the world leaders of the eyewear sector, today announced the renewal of the license agreement for the design, production and worldwide distribution of Timberland® sunglasses and vision frames.

The agreement continues the partnership through December 31, 2013 – with the option to renew for another two years – and contains all the terms and conditions of the current agreement that was due to expire December 31, 2010.

Marcolin Group Style & Licensing Officer Maurizio Marcolin commented: “We are extremely pleased about continuing a partnership that we have built up over the years. Timberland is a company with deep roots in the values that define a stable and enduring brand with clear and comprehensive social and environmental aims. This is a strategic renewal that will maintain our presence in the market’s diffusion segment with products designed to convey the genuine meaning of the brand.”

“Marcolin’s global expertise in design, development and production and its commitment to guaranteeing excellent quality is a huge asset for the integrated offer of Timberland products”, said Tim Diaz, GM & Vice President of Global Accessories and Licensing, The Timberland Company. “Our collaboration with Marcolin has already shown that it understands our values and those of the Timberland® brand and our consumers. We are committed to the joint development of a consistent and innovative product that will meet the demands of sophisticated consumers of Timberland outdoor products”.