12 February 2026
Exhibitors from eyewear, lenses, equipment, and practice, have shared a hint of what delegates can expect from their stands at 100% Optical, Excel London, 28 February–2 March.
Here, OT has gathered seven insights from the show floor.
1 Wearables, vision care, and style with EssilorLuxottica
EssilorLuxottica will bring its portfolio of innovations from vision care to eyewear, along with education, to 100% Optical.
A key highlight from the exhibitor will be the launch of the Essilor Stellest 2.0 lenses for myopia management in children.
The company will also be showcasing innovation in wearable technology, displaying its range of Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta, as well as the hearing solution Nuance Audio.
The company’s portfolio of eyewear will be on display, as well as the latest in lenses such as Varilux XR series, Transitions Gen S and Eyezen.
Tim Precious, general manager for the UK and Ireland at EssilorLuxottica, said: “We believe offering wearable technology to patients will be a gamechanger for optical practices in 2026. Our wearables blend style, functionality, and health benefits and are designed to be so versatile that one day they may even replace traditional connected devices.”
“This will therefore be a major focus for us, and we invite eye care professionals to join this exciting journey as we expand distribution and welcome new partners,” he added.
EssilorLuxottica is sponsoring the 100% Optical Academy and delivering two CPD sessions on managing digital eye strain and presbyopia, and dispensing recommendations.
The company will deliver two non-CPD sessions on the OSA stand on smart eyewear and optics and acoustics.
EssilorLuxottica, stand F12 and G10
2 Progressive lenses and photochromics with Hoya Lens UK
Hoya Lens UK will debut two new products at 100% Optical, offering a new progressive solution and photochromic options.
The company will present the Hoyalux iD MySense, a new progressive lens shaped around the individual wearer’s ‘Visual Sensory Intelligence.’ This uses Hoya’s IntelliSense technology and an advanced personalised consultation journey.
Hoya will also showcase Sensity 3, its latest photochromic lens, designed for fast light adaptation with rapid fade-back indoors and UV protection.
Delegates will be able to explore the visuReal Master and visuReal Move centration systems at Hoya’s TechZone. A dedicated Miyosmart zone will also highlight advancements in myopia management.
Hoya will host a touchscreen game on stand where attendees can win daily prizes worth £500.
Hoya, stand D50
3 Eye care innovation with Scope Eyecare
Scope Eyecare will welcome delegates to its stand to explore its latest innovations.
Launches will include the Optase manuka oil eyelid cleansing wipes and gel and the unveiling of its new eye nutrition brand, Eyetamins by Optase.
During the show, Scope Eyecare will also unveil the Optase MX2 cloud-based meibographer, providing an ‘early look’ at high-definition imaging capabilities the company plans to deliver for existing slit lamp platforms.
Delegates will also be able to learn about the company’s collaborations with Specialised Ophthalmic Services and England and Wales Blind Golf.
Scope Eyecare, stand N42
4 Imaging advances with Optos
Optos will be showcasing the MonacoPro ultra-widefield retinal imaging device with integrated spectral domain optical coherence tomography.
Live demonstrations and hands-on training sessions will be available in-booth, showcasing the five imaging modalities of the device and its workflow optimisation.
Optos, stand H30
5 On-stand education from Specsavers
Specsavers will provide a CPD programme for optometrists and dispensing opticians on its stand during 100% Optical.
Topics will range from sustainability, fundus imaging and glaucoma qualifications, to changing lives through dual wear, presbyopia, and urgent eye care management.
In addition, Neil Retallic, head of optometry development at Specsavers, will lead a peer review on mental health for eye care professionals. The session, Look after yourself to better eye health, will be held on the Specsavers stand at 9.15am on 1 March.
Specsavers, stand G50
6 Glaucoma, AMD, and cataracts with Newmedica
Newmedica will present CPD sessions on integrated care, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and cataract surgery lenses during 100% Optical, both on the exhibitor’s stand and the Main Stage.
Delegates will have the chance to ‘have a go’ at cataract surgery through a synthetic eye demonstration.
One workshop, Beyond the pressure: recognising normal tension glaucoma and its mimics, will guide participants through fundus imaging, optical coherence tomography (OCT) images, and visual field plots to distinguish normal tension glaucoma from benign anomalies.
The session, What lies beneath: unearthing the clues for AMD, will use case studies to highlight how thorough history-taking, careful examination and appropriate imaging can uncover early signs of AMD. Case studies will follow each patient from diagnosis to treatment, offering practical insights for clinical decision making.
A third workshop will explore extended depth of focus lenses, increasingly used as an alternative to traditional monofocal lenses during cataract surgery.
Nigel Kirkpatrick, medical director for Newmedica, will present a lecture on the Main Stage, exploring how integrated care models can transform outcomes, sharing examples of clinical innovations that can be part of the solution, and pathways that enhance patient centred care and experience.
Newmedica, stand J50
6 Automation tech from Eyoto
The medtech company, Eyoto, will debut its Aetheia automated and remote 4K slit lamp at 100% Optical.
The device uses artificial intelligence-enabled automation to allow non-clinically trained staff to record any examination required for asynchronous clinical review or offer full remote control.
The system is designed to provide consistent and high-quality assessments across multiple sites and in a variety of care settings.
The company will provide live demonstrations during 100% Optical.
Eyoto, stand N45
7 Furnishing the testing room with Birmingham Optical
Birmingham Optical will showcase its portfolio of clinical furniture and slit lamps from S4 Optik, which are now available through the supplier.
The range has been designed as a modern alternative to the traditional double top combi unit, with clean lines, contemporary styling and a refined look.
The S4 Optik collection enhances patient experience and practitioner efficiency, the company said, with each product built with the demands of daily practice in mind.
Birmingham Optical shared: “The addition of S4 Optik strengthens Birmingham Optical’s commitment to supplying innovative, dependable, equipment solutions, giving practices access to stylish, practical tools that elevate clinical spaces and support exceptional standards of care.
Birmingham Optical Group, stand L30
100% Optical will take place at Excel London, 28 February – 2 March. Register now online.
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