Profile: Geox SpA (GEO.MI)

Geox SpA is an Italy-based holding company active in the footwear and apparel manufacturing industry. The Company creates, produces, promotes and distributes Geox-brand footwear and apparel, the main feature of which is the use of technological solutions that enable the ability to breathe and to remain waterproof at the same time. It operates in the classic, casual and sport footwear sector for men, women, and children, with a medium price level and in the apparel sector. The Company has protected its technology with more than 50 patents to protect its products. As of December 31, 2011, the Company operated through numerous subsidiaries located in Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Japan, the Netherlands, Hungary, Greece, Brazil, France, the United Kingdom, Russia and Italy, among others.