Haag-Streit USA & Marco Lombart Announce Exclusive U.S. Distribution Agreement for Select Technology
Haag-Streit USA and Marco Lombart, an Advancing Eyecare company, are pleased to announce an exclusive U.S. distribution agreement for the Haag-Streit Lenstar 900 optical biometer and the Octopus 600 and Octopus 900 perimeters. The agreement designates Marco Lombart as the exclusive U.S. distributor for these two product lines, expanding access to clinically validated diagnostic technology across Marco Lombart’s national network of eye care providers.
The partnership brings together Haag-Streit’s internationally recognized diagnostic platforms and Marco Lombart’s established U.S. practice relationships, clinical expertise, and full-spectrum service and support infrastructure. For eye care providers, this agreement creates a single point of contact for the acquisition, integration, and ongoing support of these instruments.
Haag-Streit Lenstar Products— Optical Biometry
The Lenstar 900 is a widely adopted optical biometer used in surgical planning workflows across the United States and internationally. Enhanced with Automated Positioning System (APS) technology, the instrument is designed to improve measurement reproducibility and reduce variability in IOL calculations. The Lenstar 900 has been validated in peer-reviewed clinical studies and is recognized for its axial length accuracy, advanced lens thickness measurement, and comprehensive biometric data output.
Through the distribution agreement, Marco Lombart will provide U.S. practices with direct access to the Lenstar portfolio, along with application training, clinical integration support, and post-sale service.
Octopus 600 / Octopus 900 Products — Perimetry
The Octopus perimeter portfolio, including the Octopus 600 and Octopus 900, provides repeatable visual field testing used in the diagnosis and long-term monitoring of glaucoma and other ophthalmic conditions. The platform is designed to support clinical confidence and patient-friendly testing workflows, with a focus on data consistency across repeated examinations.
The Octopus 900 is used in clinical research settings worldwide, including custom perimetry protocols developed for use in international clinical trials. Marco Lombart will offer U.S. practices access to the full Octopus portfolio through dedicated clinical specialists with experience in perimetry application and workflow integration.
“Marco Lombart has built its reputation on being present for practices not just at the point of sale, but throughout the life of the equipment. This agreement allows us to bring that same commitment to two of the most trusted diagnostic platforms in ophthalmology. We are focused on helping practices integrate these instruments effectively and ensuring they have the support they need when it matters most.” — Jim McGrann, Chief Executive Officer
In addition to the Lenstar and Octopus portfolios, Marco Lombart distributes Haag-Streit slit lamp systems and Haag-Streit Reliance examination chairs and instrument stands across the United States. Haag-Streit slit lamps are used in clinical settings worldwide and are renowned for their optical clarity and durability. Haag-Streit Reliance's premium selection of chairs and stands, designed to provide exceptional comfort, durability, and functionality. Marco Lombart’s team is available to assist practices in evaluating technology suited to their specific clinical and operational requirements.
Practices interested in product information, clinical demonstrations, or integration support may contact Marco Lombart directly at www.marcolombart.com.
“We are pleased to enter into this agreement with Advancing Eyecare. The Marco Lombart teams bring exceptional strength in sales, marketing, technical, and clinical support, ensuring the Lenstar and Octopus brands will continue to deliver outstanding value to the U.S. ophthalmic community.” — Andrew Jones, VP Sales & Marketing, Haag-Streit USA
About Marco Lombart
Marco Lombart is a U.S. distributor of ophthalmic instruments and solutions, serving eye care practices across the country through a combination of precision equipment, clinical expertise, and long-term service and support. With a national network of specialists and a consultative approach to practice partnership, Marco Lombart works with optometrists and ophthalmologists to evaluate, integrate, and sustain diagnostic and clinical technology. Marco Lombart is an Advancing Eyecare company. For more information, visit www.marcolombart.com.
About Advancing Eyecare
Advancing Eyecare™ is the leading provider in the eyecare instrumentation marketplace, established to offer the best products and service solutions in the ophthalmic equipment industry. Currently comprised of Marco Lombart, Santinelli International, Eyefficient, Birmingham Optical Group, INNOVA Medical, S4Optik, and other leading brands, the combined scope of the organization has the broadest product portfolio, the most knowledgeable people, and the most reliable service in the industry. For more information, visit www.advancingeyecare.com.
About Haag-Streit USA
Haag-Streit USA, located in Mason, OH, is a subsidiary of the Haag-Streit Group. Haag-Streit USA distributes advanced specialty, diagnostic, and surgical equipment, including slit lamps, biometers, perimeters, and surgical microscopes, as well as simulation devices. Haag-Streit USA also distributes premium examination chairs and instruments under the Reliance brand - manufactured in Mason, OH, USA.
About the Haag-Streit Group
The Haag-Streit Group, headquartered in Köniz near Bern, is an internationally operating Swiss medical device company in the field of eye care. The Group develops, manufactures, and globally distributes cutting-edge solutions and medical devices, including slit lamps, tonometers, biometers, perimeters, surgical microscopes, and accessories. For more than 165 years, Haag-Streit has been working closely with scientists and physicians worldwide. For more information, visit www.haag-streit.com.