2026 GILE promotes “Light-Enhanced Living” as central theme and vision

GILE remains an essential platform to connect with target customers and showcase new technologies. This year, we introduced AI-integrated LED lighting solutions designed to simplify operations and enhance user experience, such as sensors that automatically adjust lighting in retail settings based on displayed colours. Intelligent control systems, particularly AI-driven solutions, will shape the future of lighting, especially in commercial applications. GILE provides us with a unique opportunity to engage with end users, lighting designers, and industry trends all in one place, and we look forward to returning next year.

We value GILE as the leading event in the region for connecting with international and domestic visitors. Each year, it allows us to meet new partners, reconnect with long-standing clients, and explore emerging trends. The increasingly international nature of the event, supported by streamlined travel policies, has made this year especially dynamic and engaging. We look forward to continuing our participation in the years to come.

My first visit to GILE has been impressive, with a vast range of suppliers and innovations spanning various lighting fields. Brazil’s market relies heavily on imported components, and we need everything from high-quality architectural fixtures to regular incandescent light bulbs. GILE provided an excellent opportunity to explore a variety of solutions, including automation systems and stage lighting, which stood out as particularly noteworthy. The diversity of exhibitors and innovations at the show offered valuable insights into how lighting trends are evolving globally. GILE has proven to be an essential hub for connecting with Chinese suppliers, and I would certainly return for the opportunities it offers.

I’ve attended GILE multiple times, and what keeps bringing me back is the unparalleled opportunities it offers as a networking hub, connecting suppliers, manufacturers, and buyers in one place. The in-person discussions and hands-on product demonstrations provide advantages that virtual platforms simply cannot match. My focus is on cutting-edge innovations like IoT-connected systems and AI-powered intelligent lighting, which are shaping the future of our industry. This year, several health-focused lighting solutions addressing wellness needs stood out to me. My visit to GILE has been highly productive, helping me make valuable connections with suppliers and exhibitors, and I look forward to exploring these collaborations further through factory visits.