HOYA acquires
Central Optical Company
HOYA Vision Care Canada has announced a definitive agreement
to acquire Central Optical Company, a regionally focused optical lab
founded in 1955 by optometrists Dr. Charles J. Soloway and Dr. Oscar
Soloway. Central Optical Company has served the optical industry
for over 60 years and has successfully built its reputation based on
its philosophy of “quality products, outstanding value and
unbeatable service.”
The acquisition closed in May at which time Central Optical was
relocated to the recently expanded facility at 999 King Edward Street
which will accommodate both companies together. Hoya Winnipeg
and Central Optical will be upgraded with advanced equipment,
providing independent eye care professionals with state-of-the-
art technology in lens manufacturing. They will become the largest
optical laboratory in Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
Mr. Rob Soloway, the president of Central Optical, has joined the
management team of HOYA Canada as a business development
manager. Barney Dougher, president of HOYA Vision Care for
the Americas stated that: “With the acquisition of Central Optical,
HOYA Vision Care confirms its strong commitment to increase
geographical presence in the Canadian market and make available
its high quality lenses and services as a strong partner
to eye care practitioners.”
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26 EYE FOCUS | June Digital 2017