The Vision Council announced updated standard for eye and face protectors
The Vision Council announced the revision of the ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 American National Standard for Occupational and Educational Personal Eye and Face Protection Devices.
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Walmart and Sam´s Club use Eyebot’s technology for eyeglass prescriptions
Walmart and Sam’s Club have introduced Eyebot automated vision-testing kiosks, offering eyeglass prescriptions in about 15 minutes, giving customers and members a faster, simpler option for eyeglass prescriptions.
Mido 2026 exhibitors list online
The constantly updated exhibitors list of Mido 2026, the 54th edition of the largest international eyewear event, scheduled from 31 January to 2 February 2026 at Fieramilano Rho, is now online. The show is preparing for an edition with great expectations, with a forecast of around 1,200 exhibitors from 50 countries, in line with last…
EssilorLuxottica expands its myopia management platform with smart glasses and plano lenses
EssilorLuxottica announced the evolution of its Essilor Stellest platform at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai. In the future, in addition to the latest version of Essilor Stellest 2.0 lenses, plano lenses and smart glasses for myopia management will also be released.
The Vision Council advocates against expanded tariffs on optical products and manufacturing equipment
The Vision Council has submitted formal comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce in response to two ongoing Section 232 national security investigations that could lead to new tariffs on key products used by the optical industry.
EssilorLuxottica acquires RetinAI
EssilorLuxottica announces the acquisition of Ikerian AG, a health technology company, operating under the RetinAI brand, specializing in AI and data management in eyecare.
OWA celebrated global connection event at Silmo
The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) is proud to announce the successful conclusion of its Global Connection Event at Silmo Paris, “Seeing Beyond: The Power of Women in Optical Innovation”.
Rodenstock sets benchmarks in international standardisation
Dr Stephan Trumm, who is responsible for standardisation work in the field of optics and devices at Rodenstock, has been honoured by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) with a special award – the ISO Award of Excellence.
EssilorLuxottica introduces vision innovation summit SWITCH
EssilorLuxottica announced he launch of SWITCH: Vision Innovation Summit by EssilorLuxottica, a new industry wide event held before Vision Expo in Orlando and later in Monte-Carlo.
Mirjam Rösch for leadership role at Spectaris confirmed
Mirjam Rösch remains at the helm of the Consumer Optics Trade Association within the German industry association Spectaris
