ITALIAN EYEWEAR: IN THE FIRST HALF OF 2026 EXPORTS SHOW SIGNS OF RECOVERY
EUROPE KEEPS THE INDUSTRY GOING, WHILE PRESSURE FROM THE U.S. MARKET REMAINS STRONG. Milan, September 25, 2026 – The first half of 2026 paints a picture of the Italian eyewear industry still affected by the complexities of the international environment and, in particular, by the sharp contraction of the U.S. market, though with encouraging signs […]
MIDO 2027: VISITOR REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
MIDO returns to Fiera Milano Rho from February 6 to 8. The upcoming edition continues to evolve, with new exhibitors, innovative content at The Vision Stage and services for the international eyewear community Milano, 25 September 2026 – Registration opens today for visitors and journalists attending MIDO 2027, scheduled to take place February 6–8 at […]
THE WINNERS OF THE 33TH SILMO D’OR ARE…
CHILDREN KARAVAN KIDS (stand 7F261)Zigzag — DESIGN EYEWEAR GROUP Through exclusive HD geometric patterns, ZIGZAG creates a visual language that is both playful and intriguing, designed to catch the eye and spark imagination. Each shape is carefully developed to support the field of vision of very young children, following them as they look, learn, and […]
IN ONE MONTH, PARIS BECOMES THE GLOBAL CAPITAL OF THE EYEWEAR AND OPTICAL INDUSTRY
SILMO PARIS – 25 -> 28 september – Paris Nord Villepinte In one month, a new season for the eyewear and optical industry will begin in Paris. Creativity, innovation, trends, networking and forward-thinking ideas: SILMO Paris will set the tone and open up new perspectives for the entire industry. Nearly 34,000 visitors, 950 exhibitors, more […]
OPTICAL WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES A GLOBAL CONNECTION EVENT AT SILMO 2026.
DALLAS, TX – August 10, 2026 – The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) is proud to announce a significant milestone in its international expansion journey with the launch of START STRONG. Powered by the OWA, a global connection event taking place at SILMO Paris 2026 on Saturday, September 26, at 8:30 am CEST. As the OWA […]
SILMO ISTANBUL 2026EVERYTHING ABOUT EYEWEAR
From 18 to 21 November 2026, SILMO Istanbul will once again bring together the optical industry’s leading brands, manufacturers, distributors, retailers and buyers at the Istanbul Expo Center. Established as a key business meeting point for the region, the exhibition provides a unique environment where companies strengthen their presence, develop new partnerships and expand into […]
SILMO d’Or 2026 – Joachim Froment, President of the Jury
For this new edition of the SILMO d’Or, SILMO Paris has entrusted the presidency of its jury to Joachim Froment, an industrial designer and creative director based in Brussels. ʅ When design goes beyond the object to reinvent our relationship with the world Through this appointment, the SILMO d’Or shines a spotlight on a contemporary […]
SILMO arrives in Riyadh and opens up a new territory for the international optical industry
SILMO is continuing its international expansion and is announcing the launch of SILMO Riyadh, a major new event to be held from April 2 to 4 at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center (RICEC).Designed as a strategic platform for the entire optics and eyewear industry, SILMO Riyadh is part of a strong regional growth […]
EAO x SILMO Academy Spring Session Athens
The HELLENIC ACADEMY OF OPTOMETRY, with its longstanding presence and substantial contribution to lifelong learning initiatives in the field of Optics & Optometry, is organizing a scientific event on Sunday, June 7, 2026. The scientific event will be hosted at the Athens Campus of the University of West Attica, fostering dynamic interaction among professionals, scientists, […]
SILMO Paris 2026: International convergence and future perspectives
From 25 to 28 September at Paris Nord Villepinte, SILMO Paris will serve as a convergence point for international stakeholders, at a pivotal time when the industry is accelerating its transformations and reshaping its outlook. Each year, SILMO Paris brings together the entire optics and eyewear ecosystem in one place. The 2026 edition continues this […]