Together towards the best vision care in the world
The Finnish Association of Vision and Eyecare represents optometrists, ophthalmologists and ophthalmic laboratories, manufacturers, importers, wholesalers, and personal and educational organisations serving the industry. Our aim is to ensure that quality vision products and eye care services are available to all Finns in an equitable and cost-effective manner.
Näe ry’s key advocacy goals
The purpose of Näe ry’s advocacy work is to make Finland’s eye care the best in the world in terms of quality, accessibility, and cost-effectiveness.
Our key goals are:
1) integrating eye care into primary health care in accordance with WHO guidelines,
2) reducing waiting lists by expanding optometrists’ rights to the EU level,
3) reforming the healthcare market and pharmaceutical distribution to improve the availability of medicines and services.
Näe ry influences
Näe ry keeps its members, stakeholders, and the media informed about current issues in the optical sector.
4.6.2026–Press release
Optometrists’ scope of practice expands – age restriction removed for diagnostic pharmaceutical agents
Delays in access to care and the underutilization of professional expertise remain among the key…
Read more29.5.2026–Statement
Statement on the Legislative Reform Concerning the Development of Pharmacy Services
In its statement, Näe ry (the Finnish Association of Vision and Eyecare) emphasizes that the…
Read more29.5.2026–Press release
Preventive eye care could save Finland billions – costs arise even from mild vision loss
Strengthening preventive vision and eye care would improve the population’s functional capacity and significantly reduce…
Read moreStatements
In sight – news from members
5.6.2026–In sight
Topcon Healthcare announced the launch of Topcon Finland Medical
Topcon Healthcare, a leading global provider of ophthalmic diagnostic equipment and digital healthcare solutions, announced…
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7.5.2026–In sight
Soili Syrjänen has been appointed CEO of Fenno Optical Oy
Soili Syrjänen has been appointed as the new CEO of Fenno Optical Oy, effective May…
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28.4.2026–In sight
Survey: Finns notice the effects of alcohol on their vision very late – “Even the first May Day drink shows up in your eyes”
Are you planning to have a drink on May Day? According to experts, alcohol can…
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Optical Retail in Finland
The latest data on key figures and forecasts for the optical retail sector. The figures are compiled in real time from various statistical sources. The ETU-bot of the Federation of Finnish Special Commodity Trade (Etu ry) updates the data, analyzes it, generates text, and automatically produces the latest forecast whenever the data is updated. The time series forecast is compiled from the unseasonally adjusted historical turnover data and is used to calculate the forecast for the change in turnover for the remainder of the year and the turnover trend for the next six months.
Näe represents responsible optical stores in Finland
Registry for Professional Development
The registry lists opticians’ professional qualifications for fitting contact lenses, administering diagnostic medications, fitting assistive devices for the visually impaired, and serving as occupational health care specialists.
In co-operation
We advocate for our members’ interests in collaboration with Etu ry, the Finnish Enterprise Confederation, and the Finnish Commerce Federation. Internationally, we exert our influence through the Nordic Council of Opticians (NOR) and the European Council of Optometry and Optics (ECOO).
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You can find information about current issues and events in the optical industry on Näe ry’s social media channels.
