There's no point in running, you have to start on time. In keeping with this adage, the SIMODEC 2026 partners met in the second week of January. In order to provide a strong impetus throughout the event, each of them has put forward concrete proposals.

Campus des Métiers will be promoting the event to schools in the region, with a particular focus on universities. The aim is to prepare visits for the organization of transport, while ensuring greater relevance and exchanges with exhibitors.

Thésame is planning an innovation space on AI, robotics and machines of excellence. The SNDEC wants to renew the SMILE and implement other actions. UIMM wants to make a link between AI and trades, as well as interventions on the decarbonization of companies.

As well as working on international relations by inviting foreign delegations, the AURA Entreprises region is involved in setting up educational programs with CETIM, SN Dec and UIMM. CETIM is opening up new avenues for reflection and action on technology and the inclusion of disabled people. The Cluses center will also be contributing its expertise to the Innovation Trophies. Nothing has yet been confirmed, but the meeting was very constructive. We look forward to seeing these projects materialize at future meetings.

As for ROCHEXPO, the team coordinates the whole event, and prepares the files as well as all the elements necessary for your participation. SIMODEC 2026 is launched. It will be held from March 2 to 6, 2026.

Philippe Vachoux, President, Rochexpo