Luxury brand Moncler joins Marcolin ranks

A deal for the design, production and distribution of Moncler eyewear and ski googles has been signed with Italian manufacturer Marcolin.

The license will run from January 2016 until December 2020, with the possibility of a renewal for an additional five years. The launch of the first eyewear collection is expected by March 2016.

Giovanni Zoppas, CEO Marcolin Group, said: ‘Moncler is a worldwide brand, unique and very appealing. The partnership with Moncler will give Marcolin the opportunity to target those consumers who are passionate about Moncler's innovative product offerings.'

Remo Ruffini, Moncler Chairman and CEO added: ‘The partnership with Marcolin will allow us to develop globally the eyewear business consistent with our values of uniqueness, quality and selectiveness that distinguish our brand; a further important step to continue to create value to Moncler brand.’