DUBAI, U.A.E.—Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), organizers of Vision-X Dubai, the 10th Optical and Ophthalmic Exhibition and Conference held annually in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, has announced a date change for next year's event.

The largest trade exhibition for the optical and ophthalmic industry in the region will now take place from May 17 to 19 in 2009.

The event was originally set to take place next February. Stated Lucy Clarke, project manager, DWTC, “We have decided to change the dates of Vision-X Dubai in response to the shift in dates of other key worldwide exhibitions for in the industry. This will benefit both exhibitors and visitors alike and the general consensus was that May is the preferred time for the industry to meet in this region. With Vision-X Dubai further establishing itself as a must attend event it is crucial for an optimal timing that suits industry demand."

Vision-X Dubai will again be held at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition centre. The show features two sub-sectors: Vision Opticare, created to facilitate the growing needs on the region's eyecare specialists, featuring the latest in ophthalmic, optometric and technical equipment, instruments and machinery, and Vision Lifestyle, featuring fashion eyewear and accessories including the latest in branded eyewear as well as unique international designs.

For further information, please contact Lucy Clarke at (ph): +971 4 3086904 or [email protected]