All Vision Express articles
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NewsTesco Opticians-Vision Express deal held up by CMA
Vision Express’ acquisition of Tesco’s opticians business has been flagged by competition watchdogs as one that could “lead to a worse deal for some customers.”
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NewsToday in retail: Fashion bucks the downward trend
Fashion retailers at both ends of the market bucked the downward trajectory today, with Primark and Burberry both having cause for celebration.
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NewsTesco offloads opticians business to Vision Express
Tesco has sold its opticians business to Vision Express as the grocer continues a drive to “simplify its business.”
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AnalysisVision Express full-year sales strong but profits hit by acquisitions
Vision Express saw an 11% rise in full-year sales, but profits were dragged down by the cost of integrating newly-acquired businesses.
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NewsData: The top 30 retailers by store openings in 2015
A ranking of retailers by store openings reveals that the symbol groups dominate, while the popularity of c-stores shows no sign of abating.
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NewsVision Express owner GrandVision valued at €5bn after flotation
GrandVision, the owner of opticians Vision Express, has been valued at around €5bn (£3.7bn) after floating on the Euronext stock exchange in Amsterdam.
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NewsVision Express owner GrandVision unveils IPO plans
GrandVision, the owner of opticians Vision Express, is to float on the Euronext stock exchange in Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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NewsVision Express snaps up Conlons Opticians for an undisclosed sum
Vision Express has further strengthened its foothold on the eyewear sector by acquiring Conlons Opticians for an undisclosed amount.
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NewsNeed to know: The opticians market as John Lewis plans to enter
With news that John Lewis is preparing to enter the opticians market by trialling two stores, what competition will it face?
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NewsVision Express sales and profits boosted by Heston Blumenthal range
Vision Express has increased sales and profits in its full year, boosted by its exclusive collaboration with chef and famous spectacles wearer Heston Blumenthal.
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NewsJoules launches into eyewear with 'extensive' range
Joules is launching into eyewear as it grows the licensing part of the business.
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NewsVision Express acquires 65 stores from Rayner Opticians
Vision Express has acquired 65 stores from Optical Group Rayner & Keeler Opticians as it looks to grow its market share after consistently strong trading.
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NewsVision Express acquires 12 stores from optician Crown Eyeglass
Vision Express has bought 12 stores from optician Crown Eyeglass but just four will stay open bringing its store estate to 331.
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NewsWhiteley 91% let by rent one month ahead of opening
Whiteley is 91% let by rent four weeks before the 320,000 sq ft shopping centre opens its doors to the public.
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NewsFrom toilet duck to fat duck
At the launch of his glasses range for Vision Express, TV chef Heston Blumenthal explained that a play fight years ago with ex-Arsenal footballer Lee Dixon and an ill-aimed toilet brush means he cannot wear contact lenses.
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NewsVision Express delivers 6% jump in operating profit
Vision Express recorded a 6% jump in operating profit to £16.4m last year as it focused on giving customers value for money.
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NewsHeston Blumenthal launches glasses range with Vision Express
TV chef Heston Blumenthal has designed an exclusive range of glasses influenced by his unqiue style which launch in Vision Express today.
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AnalysisCampaign of the week: Opticial retailer Vision Express, Head Shots
The new Vision Express campaign separates itself from the competition with an ad that depicts spectacle wearers as active go-getters.
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NewsVision Express launches new TV ad, celebrating glasses
Vision Express launched its new “innovative” TV ad last night as the retailer seeks to celebrate glasses as stylish fashion accessories.
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NewsVision Express finds right frames for Fiennes
Vision Express faced a tall order when it worked with explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes to find glasses that would not break in extremely cold temperatures.