Cantor Barnard are an MDR certified world class manufacturer of custom contact lenses for the optical profession.
Cantor Barnard is the largest independent contact lens manufacturing company in Europe and it has distributors in most European countries. The company exports its finished lenses widely, with Cantor Barnard products being prescribed by eyecare practitioners in over 60 countries worldwide.
The company has a history of innovation and leading edge product development; its independence enables it to respond promptly to the specific needs and expectations of its customers.
Cantor Barnard is renowned for its comprehensive range of high quality products and its superb standards of service. The company was awarded the CE mark in 1996.
We’re proud to have a great team. Click on the member below to read more about them and their role at Cantor Barnard.
Below are just a few photos to give you a feel for the facilities we have here at Cantor Barnard.
David Cantor founded the original company in 1964, and the Cantor & Silver partnership was created in 1973 when he incorporated his business with that of Leslie Silver. A limited company was formed in 1975 and relocated in Brackley, Northamptonshire.
During the 80s and 90s Cantor & Silver Limited acquired several companies: Focus Contact Lenses Limited, CLM (Contact Lenses) Limited, Speciality Contact Lenses Limited and Cambridge Precision Limited.
In August 2000, Cantor & Silver Limited acquired Nissel Limited and changed its name to Cantor & Nissel Limited, and then to further reflect the advances and change of management, its name was changed to Cantor Barnard Ltd in 2024.
Garth Barnard has been with the company for 37+ years and will be taking the business forward with steady expansion planned and some exciting new products to be announced.
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Company Owner
“I founded the company in 1964. Since then we’ve grown from strength to strength and are now one of the largest privately owned European custom contact lens manufacturers, and still developing new products!
This year marks our 60th anniversary in the industry.”
Managing Director
“I began working here in 1987 as an Apprentice Engineer. I have since worked my way up to become Cantor Barnard Managing Director.
Outside of work I enjoy playing football… even if I end up in A&E!”
Chief Financial Officer
“I was Cantor Barnard’s external accountant for four years. They are such a wonderful team, with an amazing work ethic, so I decided to join them!”
Financial Director
“I bring a wealth of experience to Cantor Barnard, spanning over four decades.
Outside of work, I love being with my family and friends, except when the Formula One season starts and then it’s all about fast cars and pit stops!”
Accounts Director
“Since 1996, I’ve been fortunate to witness the business evolve and grow. As Accounts Director for over 50 key accounts, I take pride in nurturing these relationships.
When not at work, you’ll find me on my motorbike feeling the wind in my hair (what’s left of it!) as I explore the open roads.”
Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs Manager
“I started working at Cantor Barnard during my work experience and have since worked my way up to overseeing quality and regulatory affairs matters within the company.
When not at work, you can usually find me playing or watching football!”
Production Director
“I oversee a wonderful Production team just shy of thirty, including our Research & Development, Purchasing, Engineering & Technical Project departments respectively.
Outside of working hours, I’ll be found attempting to improve my bench press and golf handicap – both currently at three figures!”
Production Manager
“I manage our Production & Engineering departments, and oversee all of our Goods Inwards and Testing processes.
Working alongside Ash is hard, but someone had to take the hit!”
Content Manager
“Cantor Barnard allow me to do what I love and get paid for it, can’t ask for much more than that!”
Technical Projects Manager
“From being part of the production team to supporting and improving the production team in technical aspects.
When I’m not doing this, you can catch me on the golf course.”
Professional Services Manager
Office Manager
“Having joined in the late 1990’s, after a couple of absences travelling and growing my family, I have been privileged to see the company continue to progress and grow into who we are today. I work with an amazing admin team, who help to make mine and our customers day all that bit brighter. And I am extremely proud to be a part of the Cantor Barnard growing team.”
Below are types of lenses offered by Cantor Barnard and the clinical indications in which they can be used for:
