Which company is famous for making the New Year's Eve ball in Times Square?

Waterford Crystal is famous for making the New Year’s Eve ball in Times Square.

The Times Square Ball is a large illuminated sphere lowered during the annual countdown in New York City. Waterford Crystal began contributing crystal panels to the ball in 2000, helping create the faceted appearance associated with the modern version.

The ball has changed over time. The original 1907 ball was made of iron and wood and decorated with light bulbs. Later versions became larger and more elaborate, and the current ball uses crystal panels, LED lighting, and a programmable design. The specific size and design have been updated for milestone celebrations.

Waterford Crystal is an Irish crystal manufacturer based in Waterford. It is not the organization that runs the Times Square event; the Times Square Alliance and Countdown Entertainment organize the celebration. The ball is also not dropped in the literal sense: it descends on a pole during the final minute before midnight.