The Zeiss Group ended fiscal year 2020/21 (end of reporting period: 30 September 2021) on an excellent note: its revenue rose by 20% to 7.529 billion euros (previous year: 6.297 billion euros). Over 90% of this sum was generated in markets outside Germany. Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) also achieved a new high, reaching…
The Rodenstock Group, a global leader in eye health innovation and manufacturer of biometric, ophthalmic lenses, today announced the appointment of two industry experts to its newly created Advisory Board. The Advisory Board is designed to provide senior advice and counsel to the company’s management on its path to successfully transform and grow Rodenstock in…
Ophthalmic lens technology leader Hoya Vision Care announced that Steven Haifawi has been named President, Hoya Vision Care, Canada. In this position, Haifawi will be responsible for providing the vision for growth, short- and long-term company strategy, and commercial leadership for Canada. Haifawi is highly regarded as a collaborative and engaging leader who brings a…
ESSEC Business School, L’Oréal, EssilorLuxottica and Bouygues jointly launched the first international chair devoted to the circular economy, the ‘Global Circular Economy Chair’. Dedicated to students of ESSEC’s Master in Management program, the chair’s first class is set to graduate in September 2022. Making the circular economy a priority in value chains with increasing pressure…
3D-Micromac, the industry leader in laser micromachining and roll-to-roll laser systems for the semiconductor, photovoltaic (PV), medical device and electronics markets, announces that its management board has appointed Marko Gerlach to the role of chief financial officer effective immediately. As CFO, Marko Gerlach is responsible for the areas of accounting and controlling at 3D-Micromac AG….
Despite the unpredictability of our times, the situation in Italy is currently under control and the hosting of trade shows has not been compromised. Mido 2022 is set to open its doors February 12th to 14th at Fiera Milano Rho, as scheduled, announced the organizers. Proof of success can be found in other key events,…
The international trade show for optics & design, which was planned for 14 to 16 January 2022 at the Fairground Munich in Germany, will not take place at the beginning of the year. Uncontrolled rapidly increasing infection rates in the coronavirus pandemic, and changes to government requirements at short notice, also regarding 2G-plus regulations along…
Johnson & Johnson plans to spin off its consumer health division to focus on pharmaceuticals and medical devices in the biggest shake-up in the U.S. company’s 135-year history. The company said it was aiming to complete the separation in 18 to 24 months at a cost of $500 million to $1 billion. J&J shares, part…
The Vision Council announced the launch of Advancing Diversity & Inclusion: A Cornell Certificate for Optical Professionals, an online four-course and capstone certificate program customized specifically for members of the vision community by Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations (ILR). The certificate program is designed to lead attendees through the perceptual, institutional and…
Created to empower brands, manufacturers and designers, the bow Index is an industry-focused tool that overviews bbase’s comparative research into sustainable materials. With over 4 billion people wearing eyewear made from virgin materials, for bbase, a big factor in their sustainability mission is championing responsible materials for the manufacturing of eyewear. “We’ve invested in making…
