The Carl Zeiss Group is an international leader in the fields of optics and optoelectronics. In fiscal year 2011/12 the company's approx. 24,000 employees generated revenue of about 4.163 billion euros. In the markets for
Carl Zeiss has contributed to technological progress all over the world for more than 160 years and enhances the quality of life of many people around the globe.
The Carl Zeiss Group develops and produces planetariums, eyeglass lenses, camera and cine lenses and binoculars as well as solutions for biomedical research, medical technology and the semiconductor, automotive and mechanical engineering industries.
Carl Zeiss is present in over 40 countries around the globe with about 40 production sites, over 50 sales and service locations and approximately 20 research and development centers. Carl Zeiss AG is fully owned by the Carl Zeiss Stiftung (Carl Zeiss Foundation). Founded in 1846 in Jena, the company is headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany.
Strategic Business Units of the Carl Zeiss Group
The Carl Zeiss Group is organized into five business groups with a total of 13 strategic business units. The business groups and strategic business units produce and distribute optical systems such as lithography systems, industrial measuring technology, microscopes, surgical microscopes, ophthalmic diagnostic and therapy systems, eyeglass lenses, planetarium technology, cine and camera lenses, binoculars, riflescopes and spotting scopes.
Carl Zeiss AG manages the Group in its role as a strategic holding company.Its primary function is the ongoing development of the business activities and of the corporate portfolio. It also provides the corporate management and service functions.
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Semi-conductor Manufacturing Technology |
A large proportion of all microchips produced throughout the world are made with optics from Carl Zeiss. Carl Zeiss is the market leader in lithography optics — the basic technology required for microchip production.
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Industrial Metrology |
Measuring solutions from Carl Zeiss are used to make various components — from micro and macro parts, up to large ship engines and wind turbines — more robust, safer and more energy efficient. Industrial measuring technology from Carl Zeiss ensures maximum standards of quality wherever high precision is a must.
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Microscopy |
Measuring solutions from Carl Zeiss are used to make various components — from micro and macro parts, up to large ship engines and wind turbines — more robust, safer and more energy efficient. Industrial measuring technology from Carl Zeiss ensures maximum standards of quality wherever high precision is a must.
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Medical Technology |
Medical systems from Carl Zeiss are used in ophthalmology, neurosurgery, and ear, nose and throat surgery. Office-based doctors also put their trust in the know-how of Carl Zeiss. Diagnostic and therapy systems help healthcare professionals achieve better treatment outcomes.
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Vision Care |
ZEISS stands for optimal visual comfort. As one of the world's leading manufacturers, the company combines ophthalmic expertise and solutions with an international brand. Today, more than 200 million people wear ZEISS eyeglass lenses.
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Camera Lenses, Sport Optics, Planetariums |
Carl Zeiss brings the night sky to planetariums and breathtakingly crisp images to the silver screen. Binoculars and spotting scopes visualize the fascinating details of nature.
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