Silmo was attended by 31,337 people from September 19 to October 2 at Paris Nord Villepinte, which organisers said was a 16.5% increase compared to 2022.
Visitors from abroad increased 18.3% to 15,902 and 15,535 attended from France, which was a 14.7% increase on 2022.
Exhibitors from 929 companies showcased the latest eyewear, lenses and equipment in halls six and seven, instead of the usual halls five and six as hall five was being prepared for the Olympics.
Silmo also featured discussions on industry topics, such as advances in smart eyewear, ‘phygital’ experiences and eco-responsible design, in the Silmo Next area.
Silmo will return to Paris in 2024 on September 20-23 for an Olympic edition.