Author: Hanna Diewald

First cloud LDS which is able to create special lenses for treating myopia

The Italian startup Opto+ has developed the first cloud LDS which is able to create special lenses for treating myopia at the earliest stage. Myopia is the most common eye problem, affecting right now 1.5 billion people. Studies have been shown that in the future we will have six billion of myopes by 2050, making…

More than 240 exhibitors commit to Vision Expo East 2022

The organizers of Vision Expo, The Vision Council and RX,  shared that more than 240 exhibitors have committed to Vision Expo East to-date. Vision Expo East 2022 will take place from March 31–April 3 at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City. “We are looking forward to hosting a dynamic Show. With more than…

EssilorLuxottica appoints new member to its Board of Directors

During its meeting held yesterday, EssilorLuxottica’s Board of Directors appointed Virginie Mercier Pitre as a new Director. This follows her recent nomination as the new President of Valoptec Association, the independent Association of EssilorLuxottica’s employee shareholders. Her nomination to the Board of Directors will be submitted to the shareholders vote for ratification at the next…

opti returns to Munich

opti 2023, the international trade show for optics & design, will once again be held in its usual spot at the start of the industry’s year, from 27 to 29 January. The 2023 event will also mark the launch of its permanent home in Munich. T urbulent times also offer potential in the form of…

The World Council of Optometry and CooperVision team up to release a guide to managing children with myopia’

The World Council of Optometry (WCO) and CooperVision have partnered to release “A Practical Guide to Managing Children with Myopia.” The professional article is authored by four experienced ocular health and science professionals from around the world. It complements the WCO Standard of Care for Myopia Management by Optometrists Resolution, which embraces evidence-based approaches focused on the three pillars of mitigation, measurement,…

Vuzix collaborates with European optical group Fielmann and TeamViewer

Vuzix Corporation, a leading supplier of Smart Glasses and Augmented Reality (AR) technology and products, announced a collaboration with the Fielmann Group, one of the largest optical groups worldwide and market leader in Central Europe, and TeamViewer, an AR productivity solution platform provider and Vuzix value-added reseller (VAR). Fielmann currently supports more than 11,000 enterprise customers…

In 2022 MAFO – The Conference becomes MAFO | Talks

The in-person event MAFO – The Conference 2022 has been cancelled, due to the postponement of Mido 2022 to April 30th to May 1st. But stay curious! MAFO – The Conference 2022 will, for one year, become MAFO | Talks, a new series of video presentations and panel discussions about up-to-date topics for the ophthalmic…

Okia won the Hong Kong Sustainability Award 2020/2021

Okia Optical was awarded for its green consciousness: the company won the Special Recognition for Outstanding Sustainability Initiative (Environmental Dimension) of the Hong Kong Sustainability Award 2020/21 organized by The Hong Kong Management Association. “This year is particularly important for us as after years of efforts put in increasing our company’s sustainability, our hard works…

Mido 2022 postponed to April 30th – May 2nd

Mido 2022 goes back to the origins, taking place from Saturday 30 April to Monday 2 May in Milano Rho Fiera: the decision to move the show was driven by the will to ensure exhibitors and visitors the best business conditions, even in this global pandemic situation announced the organizers. The new dates should represent…