Merger completed: OAA and NFOS
The Opticians Association of America (OAA), and the National Federation of Opticianry Schools (NFOS), have completed a merger. The new organization will be named United Opticians Association (UOA).
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Second Silmo edition in Singapore
After a successful launch in 2023 with over 250 international and local brands from 15 countries attracting 2175 trade visitors, Silmo Singapore returns with a new edition from 24 to 26 April 2024 at the Suntec Exhibition and Convention Centre.
U.S. consumers’ eyeglass frames trends
New report reveals diverse eyewear preferences and purchase behaviors, unveiling opportunities for optical industry growth.
Special events line up for conclusive NY show
The Vision Council and RX, co-organizers of Vision Expo, shared details on Vision Expo East’s official opening night party and other special events planned during the multi-day, must-attend meeting taking place at the Javits Center in New York City for one final show before moving to Orlando, Florida, in 2025.
SightGlass Vision receives Breakthrough Device Designation from FDA for DOT spectacle lenses
SightGlass Vision, a joint venture of CooperCompanies and EssilorLuxottica, announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Breakthrough Device designation to its Diffusion Optics Technology (DOT) spectacle lenses, which are intended to slow myopia progression in children.
Zeiss Vision Care acquires IP Portfolio for Electronic Eyewear from Mitusi Chemicals
Zeiss Vision Care announces the successful acquisition of a comprehensive intellectual property (IP) portfolio, including a suite of patents, from Mitsui Chemicals (MCI).
Mido successfully concluded with 40,000 attendees
The international eyewear trade show Mido hosted more than 1,200 exhibitors in the 7 pavilions of exhibit area and welcomed more than 40,000 attendees during the 3-day show, an 11% gain over last year.
ANFAO introduces CSE (Certified Sustainable Eyewear)
CSE, “Certified Sustainable Eyewear,” the first product sustainability certification program for the eyewear industry, was presented during Mido, the most international eyewear show.
Schneider announces new territory Sales Manager for Western US
Schneider Optical Machines has announced the addition of Darren Rosenthal in the role of Sales Director – Western US. In this role he will manage the sales of machinery and related technologies to customers in the Rx lens manufacturing space.
The Vision Council convened more than 300 Optical Industry Leaders in Naples, Florida
The Executive Summit in Naples, Florida, from January 22 to January 24, gathered 330 industry professionals on the white sands of the Gulf of Mexico for three action-packed days of networking, leadership development, and critical discussions that will shape the future of the optical industry
