Cities account for an increasing share of the population, economic activity and resource consumption. Managing mobility, reducing emissions, improving public services and making better use of data are some of today’s major urban challenges. Smart City Expo World Congress brings together companies, public authorities and professionals in Barcelona who are working on solutions to address these challenges.
Held at Fira Barcelona Gran Via since 2011, the event has established itself as one of the leading international gatherings dedicated to urban innovation. Its aim is not only to showcase new technologies, but also to connect solutions that can already be implemented with cities, institutions and organisations capable of putting them into practice.
Technology applied to real urban challenges
The concept of a smart city goes far beyond incorporating sensors or digitalising services. At Smart City Expo World Congress, technology is presented as a tool for improving specific aspects of urban life.
Artificial intelligence, digital twins, data platforms and connected networks make it possible to manage resources and anticipate needs. These are complemented by solutions related to energy efficiency, smart lighting, water management, buildings, public spaces and resilience to climate-related events.
The event organises its content around areas such as enabling technologies, energy and environment, mobility, governance and economy, inclusion, infrastructure and construction, and the blue economy. This diversity makes it possible to approach the transformation of cities from a global perspective.
Mobility and new urban models
Mobility is one of the areas undergoing the greatest transformation in urban environments. Connected public transport, electric vehicles, shared mobility, intelligent traffic systems and new infrastructure are changing the way people move around cities.
Smart City Expo also hosts specialised events that expand on these topics and help connect mobility, urban planning and technology.
For companies in the sector, this environment provides an opportunity to showcase solutions to local authorities, transport operators, public administrations, engineering firms and other decision-makers directly involved in urban development.
A meeting point for companies and public authorities
One of the distinctive features of Smart City Expo World Congress Barcelona is the combination of the public and private sectors. The trade fair brings together representatives from cities around the world alongside technology companies, startups, universities, international organisations and specialised providers.
The event expects to welcome more than 27,000 professional attendees, with around 990 cities and 138 countries represented, as well as more than 1,190 exhibitors. This international dimension encourages the exchange of experiences and facilitates connections between companies developing technology and public authorities looking to implement it.
The congress complements the exhibition area with hundreds of international experts and decision-makers who analyse urban projects, financing, scalability and new forms of collaboration.
Elephant Projects and your stand at Smart City Expo
Exhibiting at Smart City Expo presents a different challenge from participating in a trade fair focused solely on physical products. Many companies present platforms, services or infrastructure that cannot be physically displayed inside an exhibition hall.
That is why the stand needs to help make a complex solution visible and easy to understand. Screens, maps, infographics, models, interactive demonstrations and representations of real projects can help visitors quickly understand what problem each technology solves.
At Elephant Projects, we design and build customised stands for companies participating in Smart City Expo World Congress.
We create spaces capable of integrating technology, screens, demonstrations, models and areas for professional meetings, always tailored to each exhibitor’s identity and commercial objectives.
We take care of the design, technical development, manufacturing, transport, assembly and dismantling. If your company is going to participate in Smart City Expo World Congress Barcelona, we can help you create a stand that presents your solutions clearly and helps your brand stand out within the international urban innovation ecosystem.
What is Smart City Expo World Congress?
Smart City Expo World Congress is an international event dedicated to urban innovation and the development of more efficient, connected and sustainable cities. It brings together public authorities, technology companies, institutions, startups and professionals specialising in urban transformation.
Where is Smart City Expo World Congress held?
Smart City Expo World Congress is held at Fira Barcelona Gran Via. Barcelona has hosted the event since 2011, becoming an international meeting point for cities and companies involved in urban innovation during the event.
Which sectors participate in Smart City Expo?
The event covers areas such as mobility, energy, the environment, artificial intelligence, infrastructure, construction, data management, public services, governance and technologies designed to improve how cities operate.
What professionals attend Smart City Expo World Congress?
Attendees include representatives from cities and public authorities, innovation managers, technology companies, engineering firms, mobility operators, startups, researchers and professionals involved in urban planning and management.
What can a company showcase at Smart City Expo?
Companies can showcase technologies, digital platforms, mobility projects, energy management systems, IoT solutions, artificial intelligence, smart infrastructure and other solutions designed to address urban needs.
Why exhibit at Smart City Expo World Congress?
Exhibiting provides an opportunity to present solutions to an international audience, connect with public authorities and potential partners, showcase real projects and generate collaboration opportunities related to urban transformation.
What should a stand for Smart City Expo be like?
The stand should make it easier to understand solutions that, in many cases, are digital or difficult to display physically. Screens, interactive demonstrations, models, maps and infographics can help explain the technology, while meeting areas facilitate business conversations.
Can Elephant Projects design a stand for Smart City Expo?
Yes. Elephant Projects designs and builds customised stands for Smart City Expo World Congress, integrating audiovisual resources, technology, demonstration areas and meeting spaces according to each exhibitor’s needs.
