Killine Group

A long established spectacle frame designer and manufacturer… Originated in 1979 in the French Jura (Oyonnax), the company was officially created in 1984. KILLINE is a respected name in the eyewear industry, with qualitative and innovative products designed in Europe (Portugal) and manufactured in Asia (China and Vietnam). The Group’s OEM key functions are based in Macau, China, Vietnam and Portugal; offering a very wide range of products, the main focus and capabilities are on higher-end metal as well as competitive handmade acetate optical frames, together with a unique innovative approach with patented concepts (interchangeable, revolutionary readers, eco-friendly materials, adjustable wood, etc.). Operating in over 80 countries throughout the World, the KILLINE Group’s customer base is comprised of the largest optical chains, retailers, international brands and wholesalers. From a privately owned business, KILLINE Group was subsequently sold to a Hong Kong base Private Equity fund (Cassia Investments in June 2014) to be finally acquired by Inspecs holdings limited (February 2017) and form one of the top player in the eyewear industry, a uniquely vertically integrated group that manufactures and designs both branded (Inspecs) and private label (KILLINE) to major players and markets worldwide. The Group is now listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM Market under Inspecs Group PLC.