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The Shwayder Brothers, the company’s original founders, manufacture robust wooden trunks.
Samsonite Milestones
Ever since its earliest days, Samsonite has been the most innovative luggage manufacturer in the world. It has led the
industry in using new materials and creating new designs. Here are just a few of the Luggage Landmarks that Samsonite
has created over the years, as part of its tradition of innovation.
Introduction of a new type of luggage: Streamlite.
Introduction of breakthrough products including Ultralite, the first suitcase made of lightweight magnesium and ABS.
Launch of Silhouette, the most advanced luggage made up to that time, included a new, modern shape and recessed
hardware to protect it from wear and tear.
The first ABS attaché case is created for a new generation of executives.
Introduction of the first polypropylene suitcase with recessed locks for more streamlined appearance and function.
Launch of the new Saturn suitcase, the first polypropylene case whose structure was fully supported by injection-moulded
shells. This revolutionary design becomes the most widely accepted way to produce modern hardside luggage.
Samsonite introduces an attaché case with ‘right-side-up’ feature, preventing it from being opened when the case is upside
down.
The first Samsonite wheeled suitcase is created - a true revolution in travel comfort and convenience.
Samsonite launches a range of soft suitcases with a vinyl frame.
The first polypropylene attaché case.
The first suitcase with a three-point latching system: Oyster.
Introduction of a revolutionary brake-equipped suitcase.
Introduction of a range of polypropylene suitcases with zipper closure, hard and soft combination.
The Ultra Transporter: the first Upright case which can be pushed or pulled, and which has an organised interior.
The first Big Wheel Upright case, offering perfect manoeuvrability and silent rolling.
Launch of the lightweight polycarbonate attaché case.
Introduction of Samsonite’s first aluminium product.
Samsonite markets the four-wheel Spinner, making travellers’ lives easier.
Samsonite Black Label redefines fine travel goods.
Marc Newson designs Scope blending futuristic technology with lush bold colours.
Alexander McQueen designs a new eye-catching luggage collection for Samsonite Black Label.
Graviton – Samsonite’s first case with shock absorption wheels.
Launch of Cosmolite, the strongest and lightest Samsonite ever, manufactured with new Curv
®
technology. This
revolutionary material is extremely lightweight and offers exceptional resistance to impact.
Samsonite Black Label introduces the McLaren collection, in partnership with the F1 team.
Samsonite celebrates its 100th year, firmly established as the world leader in the travel goods field and still setting the
standards in quality, innovation, durability and lightness. With the addition of the B-Lite collection, the lightest Samsonite
softside range ever, Samsonite establishes itself as the leader in lightweight luggage.