Vision Expo will become one unified event
From March 2026, there will only be one Vision Expo per year. Vision Expo West and Vision Expo East will therefore merge into one event that will take place at different venues but always in spring.
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SDC Technologies invests in flō Optics
SDC Technologies (SDC), a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance specialty coatings, announced that it has entered into a strategic investment and collaboration agreement with flō Optics.
EssilorLuxottica plans to acquire A-Look, Seen and OWL retail stores in Malaysia
EssilorLuxottica announced the signing of an agreement for the acquisition of one of the largest optical companies in Malaysia operating over 90 stores under the A-Look, Seen and OWL banners.
In keeping with the new Disney/Pixar film “Elio” organizations provide free information about eye patches
Prevent Blindness and the National Center for Children’s Vision and Eye Health at Prevent Blindness (NCCVEH), are taking the opportunity to educate the public on a variety of children’s vision issues as excitement builds for the new Disney/Pixar film, “Elio.”
Hoya Vision Care acquires Centennial Optical
Hoya Vision Care proudly announced the acquisition of Centennial Optical, a Canadian distributor of ophthalmic frames, eyeglass lenses, sunglasses, lab supplies, and optical accessories.
EssilorLuxottica plans to acquire Optegra
EssilorLuxottica and MidEuropa announced that they entered into an agreement for EssilorLuxottica to acquire Optegra, a fast-growing and highly integrated ophthalmology platform operating in five key European markets: the UK, Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia and the Netherlands.
Rodenstock wins the German Innovation Award 2025
Rodenstock, an innovator in the field of ophthalmic lenses, has been honored with the German Innovation Award 2025 in the category “Excellence in Business to Consumer” for Medical Health for its new product B.I.G. EXACT® Sensitive.
President Emmanuel Macron inaugurates EssilorLuxottica’s laboratory in France
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.
Optiswiss strengthens international expansion
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 start-up IXI raises $36.5 Million for autofocus eyewear
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.
