ISE 2025 inaugurates the largest edition to date

The Integrated Systems Europe edition (ISE 2025) that opens its doors today will be the largest to date, occupying a total area of 92,000 m² (including stands, demonstration spaces, conference rooms and recreation areas) and bringing together 1,600 of the world's leading technology suppliers at Fira de Barcelona from 4 to 7 February.

In addition to the exhibition area, ISE 2025 It will be an exceptional opportunity for the networking between professionals and training with a five-day professional development programme organised by the co-owners of the fair, AVIXA and CEDIA. In this year's edition, which promises to be the most spectacular to date showcasing the latest in audiovisual technology and systems integration, attendees will be able to enjoy Immersive experiences, Interactive Exhibits and First-hand access to revolutionary breakthroughs.

The exhibition area at Fira Gran Vía spread over Eight pavilions are divided into seven technology zones. There are also numerous stages that present free access content throughout the fair.

The areas of Unified Communications and Educational Technology and Residential & Smart Buildings They are located in Halls 1 and 2. Hall 2 also houses the Technology Stage for the Smart Home (2F350), the Connected Classroom (2C240) and the CEDIA Smart Homes Gallery (2C400).

The CEDIA Smart Home Gallery has been designed to educate the design and construction community, supporting CEDIA and ISE's strategy to raise awareness among this audience. This immersive experience shows the future of smart home technology through real projects. Located adjacent to the Connected Classroom, attendees will be able to explore interactive exhibits that demonstrate cutting-edge solutions for creating a connected and efficient home environment. The gallery includes content that provides valuable information on the design and implementation of smart home systems, specifically aimed at architects and designers.

The Multitechnology Zone It is located in Halls 3, 5 and 8.1. Hall 3 is the location of many of ISE's great brand exhibitors, as well as AVIXA Xchange LIVE (3R150). Hall 4 will house the areas of Digital Signage & DooH & AV Streaming. The area of lighting and staging is located in pavilion 6, as is the Live Events Stage (6B100). Hall 7 is once again the location of the audio. In addition, the fair will have the ISE Sound Experience, comprising 19 audio demonstration rooms in Hall 8.0, and the outdoor demonstration area between Halls 3 and 4.

In addition to being part of the Multi-Technology Zone, Hall 8.1 has interesting spaces such as the Esports Arenathe Robotics and Drone Arenathe Discovery Zone (with exhibitors making their debut at ISE) and the AVIXA TV Studio.

The Robotics and Drone Arena will present the latest models of G1 and Go2 humanoid robots, as well as the Go2-W robotic dog. These products showcase the exceptional capabilities and innovative spirit in the development of intelligent robotics. On the other hand, attendees will be able to control FPV (first-person vision) drones through an obstacle course using special glasses, which will offer an exciting and immersive experience. On the other hand, Laslo Rudolph, from Lang, will talk about the role of drones in the events industry, providing valuable insights into their practical applications. It should also be noted that students from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia will create a work of art, which will be produced in stages throughout the week. In addition, Flock Drone Art will present an indoor show with LiteBee drones.

And right in the heart of Fira, outside Halls 4-7, is the Congress Square with the new Innovation Park ISE, a vibrant platform for startups to share their visionary ideas. Curated by Plug & Play's renowned venture capital experts, this stage will offer dynamic pitching sessions over the four days of the show. The Innovation Park's Pitching Stage offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative ideas, foster collaboration, and learn about the innovations that will define the industry landscape in the coming years.

Treasure Hunt

A good option to discover all the corners of the fair is to participate in the interactive Treasure Hunt experience. For the third year in a row, attendees will be able to complete challenges through the official ISE app, following clues and completing challenges. By finding and scanning a set number of QR codes at participating exhibitor booths, they will receive a special prize from ISE and have the opportunity to enter raffles.

The participating exhibitors will be marked on the Treasure Map of the app and on the drop-down map of the event. There will be two prize draws during ISE 2025, the first on Wednesday, February 5 and the second on Friday, February 7. The grand prize winners will be announced at the Robotics and Drone Arena in Hall 8.1.

Another of the most anticipated experiences of ISE 2025 is the Hackathon inaugural event, which will bring together the best teams of students from prestigious institutions such as ESADE, UPC, UPF, Bocconi University, HEC and La Salle. These talented finalists will compete for the prestigious ISE Hackathon trophy, tackling real-world challenges through three key tracks: Cybersecurity, sustainability and innovation. The Hackathon begins at 08:00 on Thursday 6 February and concludes on Friday 7 February with the presentation of the projects at 12:00 at the Pitching Stage in Congress Square, followed by an awards ceremony at 15:00 where the winning teams and projects will be announced.

Finally, it should be noted that during the celebration of ISE 2025, the organization offers each attendee a Free Transportation Pass Valid for five days for the city's trains, metro and buses. In addition, this year, the pass also includes the journey between the airport and the city. On the other hand, a free shuttle bus service (ISE Shuttle) will connect the centre of Barcelona with the North and South accesses of Fira Gran Vía.

As usual, Digital AV, Underwood Comunicación's publication focused on audiovisual integration, will publish a Special with all the information that the fair generates during ISE 2025.

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