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Horizons Optical appoints Lara Olivias as Chief Marketing Officer

Horizons Optical appoints Lara Olivias as Chief Marketing Officer

Horizons Optical appoints Lara Olivas as its new Chief Marketing Officer. With 15+ years’ experience in optical, pharma, and consumer goods, she should lead global marketing to boost innovation, brand visibility, and transformative solutions for eye care professionals worldwide.

Sustainability in ophthalmic optics

Sustainability in ophthalmic optics

Complex, ambitious, and with some room for improvement. That is how one could describe the current state of sustainable measures in the optical industry. In this interview with Sylvi ClauĂźnitzer, you can learn more about sustainability strategies and how the industry is already positioned in this area.

Five surprising sustainability facts

Five surprising sustainability facts

Did you think you already knew everything about sustainability? Then check this article to see if you are right. Here are five surprising facts about sustainability and ecology that you may not have known yet.

EssilorLuxottica acquires Automation & Robotics

EssilorLuxottica acquires Automation & Robotics

EssilorLuxottica announces today the acquisition of Automation & Robotics (A&R), a renowned player in the design and manufacture of automated systems for optical lens quality control, serving both mass production facilities and prescription laboratories.

OWA announces gobal connection event at Silmo Paris

OWA announces gobal connection event at Silmo Paris

The Optical Women’s Association is thrilled to share the exciting news that the organization is continuing its expansion plans of its membership among women in the optical industry internationally, with the announcement of an OWA Global Event at Silmo in Paris.

VisionPlus Expo moves to Dubai World Trade Centre

VisionPlus Expo moves to Dubai World Trade Centre

VisionPlus Expo in Dubai is stepping up to a bigger stage. Scheduled for 17–18 November 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the Expo should become a go-to platform for brands, buyers and optical professionals looking to explore the most vibrant and fast-growing markets.