Hans Anders

What we do: Hans Anders is a leading international retailer specializing in affordable and accessible vision and hearing solutions. The company offers a wide range of products including spectacles, contact lenses, and certified hearing aids. Serving primarily the optical and auditory retail sectors, Hans Anders focuses on providing high-quality, value-for-money products to customers in the Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, and other European markets.

Where we are located: Hans Anders has its headquarters in Gorinchem, Netherlands, and maintains significant offices in Hasselt, Belgium. The company operates over 400 stores across the Netherlands and Belgium, with additional presence in Sweden and other European countries.

Short history: Founded in 1982 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Hans Anders has grown to become the market leader in the value-for-money optical retail segment in its core markets. Over the decades, it has expanded internationally and developed a strong omnichannel strategy, integrating physical stores with e-commerce platforms.

Organization & culture: Employing over 1,500 professionals, Hans Anders emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and excellence. The company fosters a collaborative and supportive culture where employees are encouraged to contribute their best. This culture supports its mission to improve customers' quality of life through innovative optical and auditory products.

Recent developments: Hans Anders has won multiple awards recognizing its retail excellence, including the Retailer of the Year awards in Belgium (2020-2022) and the Netherlands (2023) in categories such as Audiologists and Best Webshop Optics. The company is part of the nexeye group and is owned by 3i Private Equity since 2017, supporting its continued growth and international expansion.