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SAN FRANCISCO and DALLAS, March 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Demandforce, Inc., a leader in online marketing and communication, and Essilor of America, the leading manufacturer of optical lenses, announced a strategic partnership today that will enable eye care professionals to strengthen their patient relationships, enhance their online presence and grow their practice in today's internet economy. Essilor has selected Demandforce as a patient communication and marketing solution for...

DALLAS, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- A recent survey commissioned by Essilor of America, the leader in eyeglass lenses, revealed the situations where eyeglass wearers find it a problem to have foggy glasses. To help four-eyed consumers see their best, Essilor has unveiled lenses with Optifog(TM) technology, an exclusive anti-fog property. These lenses offer the best and most durable protection against foggy vision and are available through eyecare providers. To view the multimedia assets...

DALLAS, Dec. 14, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 90 percent of decisions and reactions made behind the wheel depend on good vision. While many believe a bright, sunny day is optimal for driving, the reality is that blinding glare from sun, snow and vehicles is a significant contributing factor to fatal auto accidents. Additionally, a recent survey commissioned by Essilor of America, Inc., the world leader in eyeglass lenses, revealed a disturbing fact that 20 percent of eyeglass wearers...

CHARENTON-LE-PONT, France, November 29, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- To support deployment of corporate strategy, Essilor's Chief Executive Officer, Hubert Sagnieres, has appointed two Chief Operating Officers from within the Executive Committee. Paul du Saillant is in charge of Research and Development as well as Quality. He also heads the Europe Region. In addition, he will take on responsibility for Global Operations starting in the first half of 2011. Laurent Vacherot,...

CHARENTON-LE-PONT, France, October 22, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- - Nine-Month Revenue up 17.6% - Strong Sales In Emerging Markets and the Equipment division Essilor International, the world leader in ophthalmic optics, today announced its consolidated revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2010. Nine-month consolidated revenue EUR millions 2010 2009 % Change % Change Contribution (reported*)...

KIBBUTZ SHAMIR, Israel and CHARENTON-LE-PONT, France, October 15, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Shamir Optical Industry Ltd. (Nasdaq: SHMR) ("Shamir Optical"), Kibbutz Shamir and Essilor International (NYSE Euronext: EI) ("Essilor") today announced that they have signed an agreement whereby Essilor will, through a series of transactions, acquire 50% of Shamir Optical. As a result of these transactions, Kibbutz Shamir and Essilor will each own 50% of Shamir Optical. Headquartered...

KIBBUTZ SHAMIR, Israel and CHARENTON-LE-PONT, France, Oct. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Shamir Optical Industry Ltd. (Nasdaq: SHMR) ("Shamir Optical"), Kibbutz Shamir and Essilor International (NYSE Euronext: EI) ("Essilor") today announced that they have signed an agreement whereby Essilor will, through a series of transactions, acquire 50% of Shamir Optical. As a result of these transactions, Kibbutz Shamir and Essilor will each own 50% of Shamir Optical. Headquartered in Kibbutz Shamir,...

DALLAS, July 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Eighty percent of everything a child learns in his first 12 years comes through his eyes and 25 percent of children have vision problems that could impact their learning. That's why author and healthy living expert Beth Aldrich is partnering with Essilor to encourage families to put eye exams and eco-friendly, impact-resistant Airwear lenses made of polycarbonate at the top of back-to-school lists. "Educators and eyecare professionals all agree that good...

CHARENTON-LE-PONT, France, July 13, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- On June 28, 2010, Essilor cancelled 4,000,000 shares, in line with its commitment not to create any dilution for existing shareholders. The two-part transaction was carried out as follows: - 2,130,000 shares were cancelled to offset the dilutive impact of the vesting of performance shares or the exercise of stock options granted to employees. - 1,870,000 shares were cancelled to offset the dilution...

CHARENTON-LE-PONT, France, May 19, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sperian Protection's Board of Directors agreed this morning to accept Honeywell's voluntary tender offer to acquire 100% of its capital at a price of EUR117 per share. Essilor has agreed to sell all of its Sperian Protection shares to Honeywell in an off-market transaction, based on the offering price of EUR117 per share, subject to certain conditions (approval from the European and US regulatory authorities, as well...