RetinaLyze software helps opticians and optometrists to detect possible changes in the retina at an early stage. Together with empathetic advice from the specialist, confidence in the technology is strengthened, making this new service a valuable tool in customer consultation.

At Opti 2025, visitors to the trade fair will have the opportunity to obtain advice directly from Michael and Barbara Anthonsen (CEOs) and the back-up ophthalmologist PD Dr. med. Andreas Frings about the innovative functions and benefits of the SaaS software*. Regina Otto will also be available for an exchange in 2025: she is an active user, ambassador and trainer of RetinaLyze and will teach visitors how to strengthen customer confidence in conversation.

Find out how RetinaLyze facilitates the work of opticians and optometrists as an additional service and at the same time focuses on the eye health of customers. The RetinaLyze team of experts looks forward to seeing you at stand C4/254.

* Visitors to the RetinaLyze stand and partners will also discover a new feature in 2025: since October 2024, the "Glaucoma Index of Progression (GIB)" can also be subscribed to the SaaS software. This innovative AI tool monitors the progression of glaucoma over time and detects even minor potential changes.

Source: www.augenscreening.eu

At VIU, the focus is on gradually switching the entire acetate range to Eastman Acetate Renew, currently the most sustainable acetate in the eyewear industry. At the end of 2024, almost half of the collection was already made from this material - the transition to 100 % is to be completed by the end of 2025.

"Innovation is deep in our DNA. We are constantly looking for new solutions and materials - with the focus on being able to manufacture even more sustainable products," says Fabrice Aeberhard, co-founder and Creative Director of VIU. "Eastman Acetate Renew enables us to offer our customers high-quality eyewear with a significantly lower carbon footprint."

Why Eastman Acetate Renew?

Eastman Acetate Renew consists of 96 % sustainable components and sets new standards in the circularity of the eyewear industry. It is the first acetate in the world to be made from plastic waste and bio-based cellulose. Thanks to a revolutionary recycling technology, plastics that are difficult to recycle are transformed into a high-quality material that is functionally and qualitatively identical to traditional acetate - but with a carbon footprint that is up to 30 % lower.

A conscious start to the new year

To accelerate the transition and move even faster towards a more sustainable future, VIU is offering selected premium frames made from conventional acetate at reduced prices in January. The "Good Intention Offer" is valid from January 2 to February 1, 2025 in all VIU stores in the DACH region and online at shopviu.com.

Source: www.shopviu.com

With his extensive experience in corporate development, internationalization and financial management, Harmuth is ideally placed to continue Betterview's success story and provide new impetus for growth and innovation.

"In Ulrich Harmuth, we have gained an outstanding leader who will guide Betterview in the next phase of its development," says David Holenstein, co-founder and former co-CEO of Betterview. "His international experience and strategic vision make him the ideal choice for this key position."

An impressive career

Ulrich Harmuth can look back on an impressive career. His previous stations include:

• Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Financial Officer at Sportradar AG: During his time at Sportradar, he made a significant contribution to the company's development from a start-up to a global market leader with sales exceeding the billion-euro mark. Sportradar's IPO was one of the largest in Swiss history. In his various roles, Ulrich Harmuth was responsible for entering the US market and expanding the product portfolio through successful acquisitions, among other things.
• Ulrich Harmuth also gained extensive experience in private equity, M&A and strategic corporate management at EQT Partners, 3i Group and The Boston Consulting Group.
• Ulrich Harmuth holds an MBA in Finance from INSEAD and a Master's degree in Civil Engineering (BU Wuppertal, TU Karlsruhe and University of Pretoria).

Strengthening expertise and international growth 

Since its foundation in 2021, Betterview has established itself as the market leader in refractive surgery and has performed over 15,000 successful treatments. With the appointment of Ulrich Harmuth as CEO, the company is strengthening its positioning in Switzerland and at the same time placing a stronger focus on internationalization and further expansion. With the appointment of Dr. Ivo Guber and Walter Koller to the Board of Directors, Betterview has also strengthened its medical excellence and is in an excellent position to drive the company's further development.

"I look forward to working with David and Rouven, the two co-founders, and the dedicated team at Betterview to further develop the company's vision and drive its expansion in Switzerland and internationally," says Ulrich Harmuth. "Our goal is to set new standards in eye surgery and offer our customers the best possible care."

Source: www.betterview.ch 

Compared to the last edition, the organizers have set up around 1,000 additional square meters in the 7 pavilions of Fiera Milano Rho to ensure that everyone has the space they need to present their collections and innovations in the best possible way. Pavilion 6 has been expanded to house the Academy, Start-up and MIDO Tech areas, as well as a new green-inspired installation that reflects the distinctive style of typical Italian villages. Pavilions 2 and 4, the domain of Design and Design Tech, have also been given more space for innovation and the avant-garde. The installations and layout have also been renewed in the other pavilions: Pavilion 1 with its Fashion District, the realm of fashion and luxury, whose piazza will host the MIDO awards ceremony (on Saturday, February 8 at 5 pm); Pavilion 3, the land of lenses, from technology to innovation; and Pavilions 5 and 7, which will host FAiR EAST, showcasing the large and small companies of the Asian business world.

Completely redesigned, including the name, is The Vision Stage, the meeting place for eyewear professionals, innovators and visionaries. It offers a packed calendar of conferences, panels and workshops ranging from global trends and Made in Italy to sustainability and technological innovation.

Among the hottest events on Saturday, February 8, are two meetings on the theme of trends: at 11 am, journalist Alessandra Albarello will talk about Trends 2025, while at 12 pm, color designer Francesca Valan will hold a session on "The new dimensions of color". A press conference will follow at 1.30pm with the presentation of The Lens of Time, an ANFAO project that celebrates the link between innovation and tradition with an exclusive exhibition in the historic Palazzo Flangini in Venice. At 4pm, the plenary hall will host Breaking Optical Barriers: Women Who Conquered the Climb to Success, an event organized by OWA, the Optical Women's Association, and sponsored by MIDO on the contribution of women in the optical industry.

Numerous events are planned for Sunday, February 9, starting with a meeting at 11 a.m. on diversity, equality and inclusion, organized by ANFAO (National Association of Manufacturers of Optical Products). The guest of honor will be actor and author Paolo Ruffini, who will guide us through the world of inclusive language with humor and commitment. At 1pm, WGSN, the world leader in trend analysis, will present Future Consumer 2026, an analysis of the four consumer profiles that will define the year 2026. At 3pm, the event Sport and Vision: The importance of visual health in the practice of sports, sponsored by the Ophthalmology Commission, will bring another guest of honor to MIDO: former football player Alessandro (Billy) Costacurta, who will talk about the role of vision in sport.

One of the most eagerly awaited moments on Sunday at 4pm will be the presentation of Optical Monitor market research data developed by GFK for MIDO. This event will offer an exclusive look at consumer trends in key eyewear markets (Italy, France, Germany and the United States) and provide key insights for understanding global market needs and planning successful strategies. Sunday's events on the Vision Stage will conclude at 5pm with Shared visions: projects and prospects for integration between the optical and medical areas, organized by Fabiano Gruppo Editoriale in collaboration with ANFAO, ANFAO Lens Group, Federottica and MIDO. The aim of the meeting is to promote ongoing dialog between the players in the optical supply chain and the medical-ophthalmic field with a view to the future, while maintaining a healthy respect for their respective professional roles.

On Monday, February 10, the 11am session curated by ANFAO on sustainability with Anna Zandanel, who will analyze the role of ESG criteria in the eyewear industry, will be of particular interest. At 12 noon, a presentation by STEPIC Innovations 2026 on the 12 trends that will reshape the world in 2026 in terms of society, technology, environment, politics, industry and creativity will be presented by WGSN.

All ANFAO-sponsored events are presented and moderated by Marialuisa Pezzali, author and presenter of "Essere e Avere", the Radio24 magazine about consumption and the latest trends.

The Vision Stage will also host presentations and conferences curated by leading companies, publishers and trade associations. These events provide industry professionals with a comprehensive and detailed overview of the innovations, challenges and opportunities facing the optical industry. The full calendar is now available on the MIDO website.

MIDO will take place at the Milan Rho Exhibition Center, Strada Statale del Sempione 28, from Saturday, February 8 to Monday, February 10 at the following times: Saturday and Sunday, 9 am to 7 pm and Monday, 9 am to 6 pm.

Source: www.mido.com

Precious Objects consists of a selection of titanium classics - the Götti Switzerland icons. Produced as an exclusive line with the highest Japanese craftsmanship and precious materials, you can feel the passion for wearable design objects here. A look at the smallest details reveals the true craftsmanship behind the filigree frames. A love of detail is required to turn the raw material into a luxury object. All work steps require full attention. Perfectionism is required down to the last detail.

Each element is pressed piece by piece from the highest quality titanium. This gives the material a unique stability and shape. A traditional technique that is perfected in the manufactory in Japan. The glasses are finished with a high-gloss polish and a metallic coating. A layer of precious gold, rose gold or palladium color is combined with the titanium. This ensures the perfect shine down to the last detail. The precious pieces of jewelry therefore impress with a finish of the highest quality.

It's the nuances that make the difference. It's all about proportions and harmony. Aesthetically and functionally, every detail is reduced to the essentials. This results in unique elegance and a noticeable lightness. A new way of combining design and innovation. This places the focus on precision craftsmanship. From the ingeniously curved temple end, which is carved from a single piece of titanium, the high-quality titanium nose pads to the screws, which have a Torx screw head for added elegance.

A fine brown gradient on the lenses, which are given a golden accent with a lasered "ö", creates a fashionable look. These precious objects are presented in a box containing a leatherette case, microfiber cloth, screwdriver and certificate of authenticity. The design icons for lovers of detail.

Source: www.gotti.ch

After eight years of dedicated and successful work, Johannes Zupfer, former Managing Director of CooperVision DACH, left the company at the beginning of January 2025 to take on a new professional challenge outside CooperVision. He handed over the reins to Andreas Sudrow, who has held key positions at CooperVision for many years and has extensive experience.

Under the leadership of Johannes Zupfer, the DACH team worked in partnership with specialist opticians, developed innovative solutions, expanded market share, helped the contact lens to become more visible and sustainably improved the customer experience. "We are sad to see Johannes Zupfer leave us after many successful years of collaboration and wish him all the best for the future," says Christine Chantrain, Regional Director BENEDACH at CooperVision. "At the same time, we are delighted to have found an experienced and committed successor from our own ranks in Andreas Sudrow, who will further intensify the collaboration with our customers. We look to the future with confidence and are convinced that, together with him at the helm, we will seize new opportunities to further strengthen our market presence in Germany, Austria and Switzerland," she adds.

Andreas Sudrow has extensive management experience, which he gained in earlier years in leading positions at Masterlease Germany and SEAT Germany. There he developed particular expertise in the areas of customer experience and operational excellence. Since joining CooperVision in 2013, the 45-year-old has achieved impressive results in various key areas of the company. These have included leadership positions in the Customer Experience department, sales and strategic partnership work for the EMEA region. "His clear focus on understanding and meeting the needs of customers will continue to drive alignment and partnerships in the DACH region going forward," says Chantrain.

Source: www.coopervision.de

In the world of eyewear, Mocha Mousse sets a new standard for timeless elegance. Perfect for frames that want to combine sophistication and versatility, this velvety brown suits every style, from classic acetate to minimalist metal. Warm and inviting, Mocha Mousse highlights leather tones and is suitable for both casual and more sophisticated looks. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, this color responds to a broader trend: the search for authenticity and closeness to nature, values that are becoming increasingly important in the eyewear industry. Eyewear frames in Mocha Mousse thus become a symbol of the balance between design and functionality, evoking the delicacy and depth that will characterize next year's lifestyle.

A must for anyone who wants their glasses to be more than just an accessory: an expression of character, elegance and sophistication. Here are the proposals of Immagine98 and its brands: Mic, x-Ide, x-ide new generation and Rye&Lye.

Source: www.zedcomm.it