opti 2023 will once again be held in its usual spot at the start of the industry’s year, from January 27 to 29. The 2023 event will also mark the launch of its permanent home in Munich.
After being postponed for coronavirus-related reasons until May (May 13 to 15, 2022, Fairground Munich), opti will return to always being held in January and in Munich from next year onwards. From January 27 to 29, 2023, the ophthalmic industry can look forward to starting the year and the new season as usual with the full range of product innovations, specialist knowledge and key notes as well as plenty of scope for making personal contacts.
The original plan of alternating the location of the event between Munich (in even years) and Stuttgart (in odd years) will no longer apply.
The authors collaborated to
share their insights on what the WCO Standard of Care entails and how eye care
professionals can incorporate it in their fight against the worldwide myopia
epidemic.
Dr. Kate Gifford said, “My
advice to eye care professionals through this article is just do something, or
just do one more thing. We all come from different starting points. Instead of
just talking about myopia correction, start talking about myopia management and
control.”
The World Council of Optometry
and CooperVision partnered in early 2021 to raise awareness of myopia
progression and embrace a standard of care to manage the condition. The joint
initiative is centered around evidence-based approaches without bias toward any
management methodologies. The partnership includes a global multi-lingual myopia management resource.
In addition to “A Practical Guide to Managing Children with Myopia”, the World Council of Optometry Standard of Care Resolution and online myopia management resources are available.
OKIA Optical was awarded for its green consciousness: the company won the Special Recognition for Outstanding Sustainability Initiative(Environmental Dimension) of the Hong Kong Sustainability Award 2020/21 organized by The Hong Kong Management Association.
Jacky Lam, Managing Director at OKIA
“This year is particularly important for us as after
years of efforts put in increasing our company’s sustainability, our hard works
were finally seen in the various awards we won. After years in the eyewear
industry, we have built a reliable reputation which further demonstrates our
ability to anticipate the trends and our deep commitment to offering products
that respect the environment.” says
Jacky Lam, Managing Director at OKIA.
OKIA’s
sustainability projects first kicked off in 2018 and the company continues its
sustainability journey by developing upcycled products and green materials.
Transitions
Optical unveiled Transitions® XTRActive®new generation lenses, the latest innovation from Transitions Optical, which
will offer the best extra darkness and the best
light protection in the clear to dark photochromic category. Transitions
XTRActive new generation includes features that enhance the wearer’s life
in all settings.
Offering the
best extra darkness in the clear to dark photochromic category, Transitions XTRActive new generation
lenses are the darkest photochromic lenses in hot temperatures and the only photochromic
lenses achieving category 3 levels of darkness at 35 degrees Celsius[i].
In addition, Transitions XTRActive new generation lenses are the only photochromic lens achieving category 2 levels of darkness in the car[ii], offering maximum darkness at 23 degrees Celsius
with no driving restriction[iii]. The technology also offers the best harmful blue light protection across
more light situations[iv],
including the best blue light protection indoors[v].
As with all Transitions lens technologies, they block 100% of UVA and
UVB.
Compared to
the Transitions XTRActive lenses on
the market today, this new generation is darker overall[vi],
darker in hot temperatures and in the car, and up to 35% faster to fade back[vii].
These advances are possible thanks to the new nano-composite matrix technology
combined with new, extra powerful broad spectrum dyes which activate in both
the UV and visible light spectrum.
“People are
experiencing increased symptoms of eye strain and discomfort whether inside
from screens or outdoors, and Transitions
XTRActive lenses were designed with this issue in mind. In fact, three out of ten eyeglass wearers
are very light sensitiveiv” said Brian O’Neil, Ph.D., global vice
president, Innovation, Technology & Operations, Transitions Optical. “Wearers
of Transitions Optical technology want flexibility between indoors, outdoors
and driving to be better protected at all times. The new generation of Transitions
XTRActive provides light protection regardless of the situation.”
Transitions XTRActive new generation lenses
will be available in the U.S. and Canada in the third quarter of 2021 in grey,
brown, graphite green and in five style mirrors in Canada. Additional details
on the timing of availability across materials and designs will be provided by
the lens manufacturer partners of Transitions Optical. Availability in other
markets will be announced at a later date.
In addition to this new generation,
Transitions Optical began the rolling launch of Transitions®
XTRActive® Polarized™ in the US and Canada in January
2021. Both products provide extra protection for eyeglass wearers who are frequently
in intense light situations or who are very light sensitive. Transitions XTRActive Polarized is an
extension of the Transitions XTRActive
range bringing the additional benefits of polarization to the extra dark
photochromic category, while Transitions
XTRActive new generation lenses offer the best extra darkness[viii].
Transitions XTRActive Polarized lenses are designed for patients who want extra
protection in high-glare situations. The unique polarization technology reduces
glare outdoors, providing sharper vision, a larger field of view and bright,
vivid colours.
Eyecare professionals (ECPs) will be able to learn more about the benefits Transitions XTRActivenew generation and Transitions XTRActive Polarized lenses on a new virtual learning platform that will be available in April 2021.
[i] In the clear to
dark photochromic category. Tests across polycarbonate and 1.5 grey lenses at
35°C achieving <18%T using Transitions Optical’s standard testing method.
[ii] Clear to dark photochromic
category. Polycarbonate and 1.5 grey lenses tested at 23°C behind the
windshield achieving between 18%T and 43%T.
[iii] Clear to dark
photochromic category. Tested on grey lenses across materials at 23°C outdoors
achieving >8%T (Category 3 Darkness Levels) using Transitions Optical’s
standard testing method.
[iv] Protection from harmful blue light (380nm-460nm) across the following
light situations: indoors at 23°C, behind the windshield and outdoors at 23°C,
among polycarbonate
and 1.5 grey lenses in the clear to dark photochromic
category.
[v] From harmful blue light (380nm-460nm) at 23°C among polycarbonate and
1.5 grey lenses in the clear to dark photochromic category.
iv Transitions Optical, Quality of Vision and Vision
Experience Test in Controlled Lab Situations (Lab Wearer Testing), U.S.,
Eurosyn, Q4 2019, N=135.
[vi] Compared to the previous generation, across
materials tested on grey lenses at 23°C and 35°C.
[vii] Compared to the
previous generation, across materials tested on grey lenses fading back to 70%
transmission at 23°C.
[viii] In hot temperatures
and in the car in the clear to dark photochromic category. Tests across polycarbonate and 1.5 grey
lenses at 23°C and 35°C using Transitions Optical’s standard testing method.
Optometry Giving Sight (OGS) announces Sharyn Gallatin
as the new Director of Development, North America, and the retirement of Eric
Anderson, Director of Donor Engagement, North America.
Sharyn Gallatin has over 20 years of fundraising
experience, as both a volunteer solicitor and when she moved to the
professional side of philanthropy where she assumed the role of Chief
Development Officer for the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor. Most
recently, Sharyn was the Director of Foundations and Endowment for the Boys
& Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan.
In addition to her work in non-profit development,
Sharyn has over 20 years of experience as an estate planning attorney, which is
instrumental in planned giving and vital to the long-term sustainability of the
organization.
Eric Anderson was with OGS for seven and a half years
and came with a wealth of fundraising experience, mostly in higher education.
He has been a driving force in securing support from the optometric community
to meet the OGS mission. Eric states: “It has been my privilege and joy to get
to know the optical industry and to make friends with the many donors to this
great cause. I strongly encourage optical companies, their leaders and
employees, optometrists and other ECPs who have not supported OGS to do so, to
give back, to give sight and hope to those around the world who literally need
our help to see.”
Anne Marie Hand, Executive Director, North America at
Optometry Giving Sight stated “I want to welcome Sharyn and greatly look
forward to working with her and taking OGS to the next level! I also want to
thank Eric for his years of service and for the brief time he served as Interim
Executive Director.”
The Vision Council has announced the publication of ANSI Z80.1–2025, a revised national standard for prescription ophthalmic lenses reflecting updated tolerances, verification guidance, and industry advancements.
Newton announces a strategic partnership with ABB Labs to expand access to Neurolens and Sequel technologies for independent optometry practices across North America.
Vision Expo 2026 will debut a redesigned education experience in Orlando, offering more than 220 hours of accredited continuing education across optometry, opticianry, and eye care business topics.
The Vision Council has announced the publication of ANSI Z80.1–2025, a revised national standard for prescription ophthalmic lenses reflecting updated tolerances, verification guidance, and industry advancements.
Newton announces a strategic partnership with ABB Labs to expand access to Neurolens and Sequel technologies for independent optometry practices across North America.
Vision Expo 2026 will debut a redesigned education experience in Orlando, offering more than 220 hours of accredited continuing education across optometry, opticianry, and eye care business topics.
The Vision Council has announced the publication of ANSI Z80.1–2025, a revised national standard for prescription ophthalmic lenses reflecting updated tolerances, verification guidance, and industry advancements.
Newton announces a strategic partnership with ABB Labs to expand access to Neurolens and Sequel technologies for independent optometry practices across North America.
Vision Expo 2026 will debut a redesigned education experience in Orlando, offering more than 220 hours of accredited continuing education across optometry, opticianry, and eye care business topics.
The Vision Council has announced the publication of ANSI Z80.1–2025, a revised national standard for prescription ophthalmic lenses reflecting updated tolerances, verification guidance, and industry advancements.
Newton announces a strategic partnership with ABB Labs to expand access to Neurolens and Sequel technologies for independent optometry practices across North America.
Vision Expo 2026 will debut a redesigned education experience in Orlando, offering more than 220 hours of accredited continuing education across optometry, opticianry, and eye care business topics.
