2000 EMPLOYEES IN 75 COUNTRIES
In 2024, Théa is present in 75 countries and can count on the work and dedication of 2000 employees of its 35 affilialtes around the world.
Théa is a family-owned and run pharmaceutical company fully dedicated to eye care. Committed to advancing eye health, Théa was founded 30 years ago but relies on a long legacy. In three decades, Théa has grown into a European leader, offering innovative high-quality treatments for various eye conditions. Théa’s mission extends beyond eye care, focusing on corporate social responsibility, sustainability, and philanthropy, whether through the actions of the Fondation Théa or its many educational initiatives towards the eye care professionals and patients.
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Henri Chibret a member of the 4th generation of a family passionate by ophthalmology created Théa in 1994 from his R&D start-up. Aware of the effects of the conservatives on the ocular surface, he launches the “preservative-free” revolution and develops numerous treatments without preservatives.
This date marks a turning point in the history of Théa and eye diseases, with the launch of the first preservative-free multidose bottle: ABAK®. This bottle is a high-security, high-technology dispenser which delivers up to 300 drops (for a 10 ml bottle) through a filter which prevents microbial contamination.
In 2008, Jean-Frédéric Chibret, Henri’s nephew, became President of Théa. Under his direction, Théa accelerates its international expansion starting with Europe and North Africa and eventually in the USA.
At the same time, its internal R&D intensified its work to keep on offering modern products, in order to meet increasingly diversified eye disorders.
30 years after its creation, Théa and its 2000 collaborators remain fully committed to eye health. The independent family company continues to manufacture 100% of its products in Europe* (60% in France) from which they are distributed to 75 countries worldwide.
*Except for Azyter®and Quinofree®
Théa relies on 150 years of experience in eye care. A story that begins with Paul CHIBRET in 1871, the year in which this military physician decided to become an ophthalmologist after an illness which left him blind for several months.
This story has set the starting point of a family adventure for the four next generations.
Théa’s dedication extends beyond product innovation. Aware of the challenges of today and tomorrow, Théa’s corporate social responsibility focuses on three main pillars: Eye Care, Collaborators, Ecosystem. In addition, Théa through its foundation has initiated and supported numerous projects aimed at fighting blindness and improving eye health particularly in underserved regions of French and Portuguese-speaking countries of Africa.
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In 2024, Théa is present in 75 countries and can count on the work and dedication of 2000 employees of its 35 affilialtes around the world.
