By Staff
Monday, July 15, 2024 2:01 PM
SUZHOU, China—The Zeiss Group announced the opening of its new R&D and manufacturing site on July 8, 2024, in Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP). Covering an area of more than 13,000 square meters, the new site marks the group's first land purchase for its self-built project in China.
By Staff
Friday, July 12, 2024 3:11 PM
ZURICH, Switzerland—read on, a Swiss reading glasses design company, has appointed Prolens AG as a new distribution partner for its "read on light" reading glasses in Switzerland and Austria, to advance market growth and expansion in Europe, the company announced.
By Staff
Thursday, July 11, 2024 10:44 AM
Bausch + Lomb Corporation shared results from the company’s inaugural State of Dry Eye survey, which explores dry eye understanding and experiences among American adults. Dry eye is increasingly common and can range from occasional symptoms of dryness to a chronic condition called dry eye disease.
By Staff
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 10:26 AM
For people living with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the first line of treatment is anti-VEGF injections. Unfortunately, this treatment does not work for everyone and a new study from the Augusta University’s Medical College of Georgia may point to why.
By Staff
Tuesday, July 9, 2024 9:05 AM
CNIB Lake Joe, in collaboration with Canadian Blind Hockey, wrapped up an inspiring Camp Abilities Blind Hockey program. From July 1-6, 2024, youth ages 8-18 who are blind or have vision loss gathered at the camp to learn and play the sport of Blind Hockey, focusing on skill development and cultivating a love for the game.
By Staff
Monday, July 8, 2024 10:51 AM
In the evolving field of eyecare, continuous learning is vital.
Optik’s Shan Khan recently joined 18 Canadian opticians on an educational trip to Alcon’s headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas. Hosted by Alcon, the visit combined advanced learning and Texan hospitality.
By Staff
Friday, July 5, 2024 2:48 PM
Safilo S.p.A., a subsidiary of Safilo Group S.p.A., announces that it has engaged Kepler Cheuvreux to launch, starting from July 1, 2024, the Safilo Group S.p.A. Share Purchase Program. The program is aimed at the purchase of shares to be used to service the 2023-2025 Stock Option Plan of Safilo Group S.p.A. and Safilo S.p.A. as well as any stock incentive plans that may be approved in the future.
By Staff
Wednesday, July 3, 2024 9:05 AM
The 2024 Silmo Paris trade fair is getting ready to welcome all of the players from the optics sector with more than 900 exhibitors participating in the event, and 1,500 brands from 144 countries throughout the world on hand to showcase their offers.
By Staff
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 9:05 AM
PADUA—Safilo S.p.A., a subsidiary of Safilo Group S.p.A., has announced that it has engaged Kepler Cheuvreux, as a qualified third-party broker, to launch the Safilo Group S.p.A. share (the “Shares”) purchase program pursuant to art. 5 of Regulation (EU) no. 596/2014 and Delegated Regulation (EU) no. 1052/2016 (the “Program”) on behalf of the Company.
By Staff
Monday, July 1, 2024 11:39 AM
The organizers of BOLD, the trade fair for the Netherlands, have announced that they have over 340 participating brands confirmed for the XXL edition. A large Bold Stage is to be featured—with special host, Annaliese Dayes and dance performances throughout both days—as well as “an experience square” and the show’s own restaurant in the fairground.
By Staff
Friday, June 28, 2024 1:56 PM
Materialise is one of Europe’s prestigious innovators in the field of 3D printing eyewear, and has worked in the field for over 10 years.
20/20 Europe spoke with Alireza Parandian, who leads the global business strategy for additive manufactured wearables at the company.
By Staff
Thursday, June 27, 2024 3:50 PM
ROSEMERE, Quebec—The Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO) in Canada has recognized Modern Optical Canada for its contributions to the Eye See Eye Learn (ESEL) program, which aims to detect, diagnose and treat kindergarten children with vision problems so that every child in kindergarten can see and learn to the best of their ability, according to an announcement from Modern Optical in Canada.
By Staff
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 12:03 PM
Ultravision has revealed their new refreshed identity this season with a new modern logo and brand elements, designed to reflect the company ethos for improved quality of life through improving vision and eye health for all. In tandem with the rebrand, Ultravision has introduced their redesigned website, offering an enhanced user experience and support to customers across the globe.
By Staff
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 9:05 AM
From June 16 to 21, 2024, the Marcolin Summer Buying Days EMEA 2024 took place: an annual event where clients and buyers of the group had the opportunity to discover the new collections and experience important moments of sharing brand values and experiences.
By Staff
Monday, June 24, 2024 10:52 AM
The OSI Summit East had Halifax’s Marriot Harbourfront Hotel echoing with innovation and collaboration. From June 7-9, 2024, this landmark event united optometry professionals in a weekend brimming with rich discussions, groundbreaking ideas and community passion.