The 9th edition of the IIOO Expo 2026 – India’s leading optical and ophthalmic trade exhibition – is scheduled to take place from 10 to 12 January 2026 at the CIDCO Exhibition & Convention Centre in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. Organised by S.D. Promo Media Pvt. Ltd., the annual show is recognised as the leading platform for optical industry professionals across India and the South Asian region.
The IIOO Expo has established itself as a key meeting point for manufacturers, distributors, retailers, eye care professionals, and industry stakeholders seeking to explore the latest trends and innovations in ophthalmic optics, eyewear, and eye care solutions. For 2026, the event is expected to attract over 400 exhibitors, showcase 1,500+ brands, and host more than 15,000 trade visitors, including delegates from India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and the Middle East.
Spread across expansive exhibition halls at the CIDCO venue – one of the region’s most modern and accessible convention centres – the IIOO Expo 2026 will present a comprehensive range of products and technologies. Exhibits will include optical frames, contact lenses, spectacle lenses, sunglasses, low vision aids, optical instruments, software solutions, optical packaging, cleaning products and store design solutions. Attendees will also have the opportunity to discover cutting-edge innovations from major global and domestic brands participating in the show.
The three-day trade fair aims to facilitate business networking, product launches, knowledge sharing, and strategic partnerships within the optical, eyewear, and eye care sectors. In addition to product displays, the expo offers an invaluable forum for attendees to engage with industry experts, explore market trends, and gain insights into emerging opportunities across retail, clinical, and optical equipment segments.
Organisers have highlighted the importance of the IIOO Expo as a catalyst for industry growth and collaboration. S.D. Promo Media Pvt. Ltd., widely known for staging large-format trade exhibitions across medical, laboratory, and optical sectors in India and neighbouring countries, has built a reputation for producing high-impact events that connect manufacturers, service providers, and buyers. Previous editions of the show have been recognised for their scale, diversity of offerings, and ability to draw targeted trade audiences.
With the optical and ophthalmic market in India experiencing sustained growth – driven by rising consumer demand for quality eyewear, growing awareness around eye health, and expanding retail channels – the IIOO Expo 2026 presents a timely opportunity for industry players to showcase their latest innovations and drive new business collaborations.
This edition of the IIOO Expo is poised to strengthen Mumbai’s position as a major hub for specialised trade exhibitions and serve as a focal point for advancing India’s optical and eye care ecosystem into 2026 and beyond.
