BUSINESS BVI Expands European Footprint With Acquisition of Medical Mix By Staff Friday, September 15, 2023 12:18 AM WALTHAM, Mass.—BVI, a diversified surgical ophthalmic company, announced the acquisition of Medical Mix, a company specializing in the supply of medical devices for ophthalmic surgery across Spain and Portugal. BVI is a broad manufacturer and supplier of innovative solutions that provide an end-to-end range of products for cataract, retinal and glaucoma diseases. BVI’s European footprint with direct sales representatives and infrastructure now spans all major western European markets. Shervin Korangy, BVI president and CEO said, ‘‘It is an honor and a pleasure to welcome Medical Mix to the BVI team."When Vicente and I began discussions, it was immediately evident that our strategic vision for our industry was incredibly consistent. This shared vision of the future will serve as a rock-solid foundation for our continued success in the market,” Korangy said.Medical Mix is one of the largest providers of surgical ophthalmic products in Spain and Portugal. Its portfolio is composed mainly of BVI products alongside other prestigious international brands. Medical Mix, a long-standing distributor of BVI’s Intraocular Lenses (IOLs) since 2008, consumables since 2012, and equipment since 2019, has been a key partner with BVI products. This acquisition solidifies the partnership, allowing both companies to provide comprehensive ophthalmic solutions to their customers.Vicente Durán, Medical Mix founder and president said, “The partnership with BVI is a very exciting next step for us and the market in Spain and Portugal. The business philosophy and approach of BVI makes our combined future very bright, offering the market the best portfolio of innovative products together with the best service tailored to customers’ needs.”