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“Closeness is more than just a word, it’s a way of being”
May 15, 2026 | Interview
70 years after its inception, tied to a small family pharmacy in Lamego, Parente Óptica Médica continues to be synonymous with care, trust, and closeness. Francisco Parente recalls the early days when he would accompany his father in a space where every customer was treated like family.
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UPOOP unveils new digital platforms at Shamir headquarters
Jul 3, 2026 | Actuality
Shamir has partnered with UPOOP and FeedIU to develop new digital solutions for the optical sector. The new UPOOP (Portuguese Association of Opticians and Optometrists) app and website will be officially launched on 9 July, from 2:30 p.m., at Shamir Portugal’s headquarters in Vilar, Vila do Conde.
Read MoreCentro Style celebrates 50 years with an eye on the future
Jun 22, 2026 | Actuality
The Italian brand – represented in Portugal by AJ Borges – is marking its 50th anniversary with a strategic investment in innovation and logistics, reinforcing its global presence.
Read MoreAteliê Ótico Hosts Official Presentation of Linda Farrow in Madeira
Jun 15, 2026 | Actuality
On May 29, the “Pearl of the Atlantic” hosted the official presentation of the British luxury brand Linda Farrow during an exclusive event held at Ateliê Ótico. The initiative brought together clients, special guests, and several influential figures from the region, marking the British label’s entry into the Madeiran market.
Read MoreÓpticaPro 277
Jun 12, 2026 | Actuality
OpticaPro 277, which features Opticalia ABC da Óptica and its founders, João and Jane Ferreira, on its cover, is now available.
Read MoreBárbara Cerqueira Gomes leads a family legacy
Jun 1, 2026 | Podcast
Bárbara Cerqueira Gomes, optometrist, manager and representative of the fifth generation of one of the most emblematic optical stores in Portugal – Óptica Cerqueira Gomes, founded in Braga in 1890 and possibly the oldest still operating in the country.
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