Alcon Group

Alcon localized production of intraocular lenses (IOLs) under the AcrySof brand at the Nanoptika plant in Zelenograd, Russia, with investments of 250-300 million rubles. Initial capacity is 140,000-160,000 lenses per year.

Alcon, a division of Novartis, has acquired Tear Film Innovations, Inc., manufacturer of the iLux Device for treating Meibomian Gland Dysfunction. The deal expands Alcon's dry eye portfolio.

Alcon announced a $97 million expansion of its contact lens manufacturing facility in Johns Creek, Georgia. The project will add 70,000 square feet and create 50-100 new jobs, increasing production of DAILIES contact lenses.

Alcon Group has completed the acquisition of GE Precision Engineering Ltd, a supplier of 4 and 5-axis machining services. The acquisition increases Alcon's capacity in high-end machining for calipers and other components.