Silmo Paris 2026 Draws Over 32,000 Visitors with Focus on AI and Smart Eyewear Innovations

Silmo Paris 2026 attracted 32,108 visitors from nearly 150 countries, with 53% international attendance, featuring over 950 exhibitors across 80,000 square metres. The event emphasized connected optics, hosting the first international hackathon for health applications on smart glasses platforms like HTC and EverySight, won by Kimoo. The Silmo d'Or awards recognized innovations such as autofocus glasses and luxury smart eyewear. Sustainability was highlighted through the CSR Spot and Andy Wolf's Committed Company Award. Over 60 talks covered AI and healthcare trends, setting the stage for the industry's evolution ahead of the fair's 60th anniversary in 2027.