Rodenstock GmbH and the North American optics distributor, Optical Distribution Corporation (ODC) have finalized a long-term agreement for the exclusive distribution of the Rodenstock brand in the US Market. The agreement covers conventional ophthalmic lenses and Free Form lenses as well as frames. 

“Through our partnership with Optical Distribution Corporation (ODC), we can continue to push ahead the expansion of the Rodenstock brand in the internationally important US Market. We are convinced that Optical Distribution Corporation (ODC) is the ideal partner to expand the Rodenstock brand in the US,” says Petra Heesch from Rodenstock.

“Rodenstock lenses and frames have been exclusively distributed by Optical Distribution Corporation (ODC) since early 2005 under an interim agreement. This new agreement formalizes and extends the Rodenstock commitment to jointly investing in the US market” stated Mike Morosky, partner of Lazear 
Capital Partners LTD, owners of Optical Distribution Corporation (ODC).

Entire Rodenstock Product Range Included The product range for the US market includes all of Rodenstock’s lenses and frames and is therefore focused on the premium sector of the market. The products range from single vision lenses, through multifocal lenses up to the most advanced progressive lens and Free Form lens portfolios.

About Rodenstock 
Rodenstock is a recognized global leader among manufacturers of optical lenses and frames. The company, which was founded in 1877, is based in Munich and has a worldwide workforce of 4,770. It is represented by sales subsidiaries and distribution partners in more than 80 countries. Competence in both ophthalmic lenses as well as frames makes Rodenstock a unique brand in ophthalmic optics, which can offer spectacles wearers the complete solution system from a single source.