CooperVision goes Dutch with Procornea buyout

Coopervision has strengthened its position in what it said was a fast-growing myopia sector with the acquisition of Dutch specialist lens manufacturer Procornea.

For the time being, Procornea will continue to operate as a separate business and will retain its offices and brands, including its Dreamlite orthokeratology technology. Customers will continue to work with their current representatives

Terms of the acquisition were undisclosed.

‘By working together on the significant challenges of myopia and other vision issues, Coopervision and Procornea will undoubtedly have an even greater impact in changing lives around the world,’ said Andrew Sedgwick, executive vice president, strategy & business development, Coopervision.