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Shamir Optical Industry Ltd. is a world-leading producer of high-performance lenses. Our R&D Department, based in Israel, the start-up nation, consistently develops the latest technologies.
Our values, the driving force behind our ideas and actions, keep the ECP in the center. Every Shamir representative is personally committed to our customers’ vision, and to providing the best service and support to meet and exceed their expectations, all with a personal touch.

Shamir’s HQ & R&D center achieved ISO 13485 medical device certification in 2023, a mark of excellence that shows our commitment to quality processes and products, and ensures our lenses are developed to the highest standards.

Perceptiveness,
pioneering spirit
and panoramic vision
solution offering

The values that drive us

Passion for Innovation

We delight in challenging
the status quo and being
first to market, bringing you
revolutionary products and services.

Service is beautiful

We strive to listen to you
carefully and understand your
aspirations so we can better serve
the needs of your growing business.

Be the best, but never rest

Superior quality products mean fewer
errors, complaints, and non-adapts.
We never stop learning & improving, so we can make our best even better for you.

Agility

Agility means responding fast
to market changes while being
flexible to address your needs
as they evolve.

Why partner with Shamir?
Perfect vision. Personal touch

At Shamir, we pride ourselves on giving you and your clients the gift of perfect vision. This begins with high-performance lenses and premium coatings. Our products incorporate the latest technologies, delivering unique solutions for a diverse range of customer segments and emerging patient conditions. We are dedicated to helping you grow your business in an increasingly competitive marketplace. Our agility enables us to bring you the added advantage of a personal touch. We share our knowledge and expertise to help you overcome your challenges, minimize customer non-adapts, and increase sales.

Our story is about making
your story a success.

Watch our story

Shamir at a glance

2500

employees worldwide
23

subsidiaries
32

global awards
18

optical labs globally

Established in 1972, Shamir is a leading global producer of advanced single vision and progressive lenses, renowned for its innovative approach to addressing vision needs and enhancing performance and lifestyles.
With its state-of-the-art research center located in Kibbutz Shamir, Israel,
Shamir invests heavily in R&D and employs the industry’s top minds.
Shamir has a workforce of 2,500 across 23 sites and subsidiaries worldwide,
including 19 manufacturing facilities.
Since 2021, Shamir has been the optical performance partner of
BWT Alpine F1® Team. In 2022, Shamir fully joined EssilorLuxottica group, solidifying its premier standing in the industry.