Integrated Systems Europe 2024, one of the world‘s most important trade fairs for audiovisual media and system integration, set a new visitor record at its twentieth edition.
Integrated Systems Europe 2024 took place at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via from 30 January to 2 February 2024. A total of 73,891 visitors from 162 countries attended the trade fair over all four days of the event. This represents an increase of 27% on the previous year and also means a record number of visitors since the event was founded in Geneva in 2004. On 31 January alone, ISE 2024 attracted 51,617 visitors, which is also a record number for a single day of the event.
In addition to the record number of visitors, the number of exhibitors who travelled to the event also broke all known records. On the largest ever exhibition space of 82,000 square metres, 1,408 companies from around the world showcased cutting-edge solutions ranging from advanced display technologies and immersive audio systems to intelligent automation and collaborative communication tools.
ISE 2024 set new visitors record.
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For Mike Blackman, Managing Director of Integrated Systems Events, the success of ISE is based primarily on the good cooperation within the industry: In the 20-year history of ISE, we have experienced the transformative power of innovation and collaboration within our community. ISE 2024 not only reflects the cutting-edge technologies that characterise our industry, but is also a testament to the enduring spirit of creativity and camaraderie. As we celebrate this milestone, together with our co-owners AVIXA and CEDIA, we look forward to continuing our commitment to being a global platform for industry experts."
ISE 2024 also had a valuable educational component for visitors, particularly due to the expertise of the speakers. For example, the conference sessions, workshops and keynote presentations by multiple Academy Award-winning director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy and leading digital artists Jeroen van der Most and Sofia Crespo offered valuable insights into new trends, market dynamics and technological breakthroughs. Other renowned speakers shared their expertise in the conferences and on the exhibition stages on topics such as artificial intelligence in AV, sustainable design and the future of remote collaboration. Participants had the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions and gain actionable knowledge to gain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving industry.
The programme was rounded off by celebrations to mark the 20th anniversary of ISE. Commemorative events, retrospective installations such as the ISE Time Tunnel and the Vintage Audio Museum as well as tributes to industry pioneers emphasised ISE's many years of development. (Stadiaworld, 07.02.2024)
