EssilorLuxottica’s Excellence Rx Laboratory (“Labex”) in the Grand Paris area (Wissous-91) was inaugurated by President Emmanuel Macron. This state-of-the-art industrial facility, a testament to the Company’s optical expertise, aims to enhance the production of made-to-measure ophthalmic lenses in France.
The Swiss ophthalmic lens manufacturer Optiswiss is continuing to expand its international presence. Since the beginning of May 2025, Theresa Bunte has been responsible for collaboration with global distribution and franchise partners in her new role as Sale Operation Manager International.
Amazon-Backed nordic startup IXI raises $36.5 Million series A to develop autofocus eyewear that blends fashion-forward elegant design with advanced optic technology.
OptoTech announced a key leadership transition within its Strategic Business Area (SBA) Ophthalmic. Effective April 1, 2025, Mark Hollmann has been appointed as the new VP SBA Ophthalmic.
A&R officially appointed NEO Optix Ltd. as the Exclusive Sales Representative in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. The collaboration has been in place since January 1, 2025. The collaboration should facilitate a smooth connection with the local sales team.
The Vision Copuncil announced that members and staff of The Vision Council visited the White House and met with Robin Colwell, Deputy Assistant to the President and Deputy Director of the National Economic Council, to advocate on behalf of the member base and the industry at large.
Satisloh, a global leader in ophthalmic lens manufacturing solutions, is excited to announce new leadership roles within their Application Engineering and Product Management teams.
Consistently committed to promoting and enhancing the value of Italian eyewear around the globe, ANFAO – Italian Optical Goods Manufacturers’ Association, actively participates in the National “Made in Italy” Day by organizing “The Lens of Time – The History of Eyewear in Italy”.
The Rodenstock Group, a leading global manufacturer of high-quality biometric ophthalmic lenses, has announced that Laurent Saada will join the Rodenstock leader team as Executive Vice President (EVP) Sales Europe and Søren Østergaard as Executive Vice President (EVP) Sales International.
The National Academy of Opticianry (NAO) has proudly announced the recipients of its prestigious NAO Hall of Fame, NAO Educator of the Year, NAO Optician of the Year Award for 2025.
