What Is ISE 2026?
ISE 2026 — Integrated Systems Europe — is the world's largest exhibition for professional AV, systems integration, and workplace technology. Held February 3–6, 2026 at Fira Gran Via in Barcelona, Spain, ISE brings together manufacturers, systems integrators, installers, consultants, and enterprise end-users for four days of product launches, technical education, and business development.
ISE traces its history to 2004, when it launched in Geneva as a European counterpart to InfoComm. After outgrowing venues in Amsterdam — where it spent 15 years and grew into Europe's largest B2B trade show — ISE moved permanently to Barcelona's Fira Gran Via in 2021. The venue's 200,000+ square meters of indoor exhibition space gave the show room to expand in ways the Amsterdam RAI could no longer accommodate.
The 2026 edition arrived at a pivotal moment for the industry. AI-driven video processing, cloud-based AV management, and the sustained growth of hybrid workplace technology have transformed what systems integrators design and deploy. ISE 2026 reflected this shift with expanded programming on software-defined AV infrastructure, AI-enhanced display calibration, and the convergence of IT and AV network management — a boundary that was sharply defined a decade ago but has now largely dissolved.
Why You Should Attend?
ISE is the most efficient event on the pro-AV calendar. The concentration of manufacturers, component suppliers, software vendors, and end-user buyers in a single venue — combined with Barcelona's role as one of Europe's most accessible international meeting points — makes ISE the primary deal-making event for the global AV industry.
For systems integrators and installation contractors:
- Evaluate new product lines and negotiate pricing and program terms directly with manufacturers
- Attend technical training and AVIXA CTS exam preparation sessions
- Experience hands-on product demonstrations in functional environments — rooms, auditoria, control rooms, and retail setups built to showcase integrated systems
For enterprise technology buyers:
- Access the widest possible range of vendors when planning a workplace AV refresh, new campus, or large-scale digital signage deployment
- Compare competing solutions side by side in a single venue
- Arrange structured walkthroughs with manufacturer engineers — not just sales staff
For consultants and specifiers:
- Gain early visibility into emerging technologies through the Discovery Zone and conference programming
- Track the regulatory and standards landscape via concentrated standards-body activity from AVIXA, SMPTE, and CEDIA
- Earn continuing education credits toward professional certifications
For broadcast and live production professionals:
- Explore ISE's Halls 8–9, which function as a European complement to NAB Show for IP production infrastructure
- Engage in cross-disciplinary conversations about corporate broadcast, live streaming, and hybrid events alongside the broader AV ecosystem
Who Should Attend?
ISE serves a well-defined professional audience across the full AV and systems integration value chain:
- Systems integrators and installation contractors
- AV manufacturers and component suppliers
- Enterprise technology buyers and IT managers
- Consultants and specifiers in AV and workplace design
- Broadcast and live production professionals
- Facilities management and smart building professionals
- Digital signage operators and deployers
- Corporate IT and unified communications teams
Whether you build systems, specify them, buy them, or manage them — ISE is where the industry convenes.
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Who Is Attending
The ISE audience is overwhelmingly professional and B2B — consumer visitors are not the target demographic. The density of qualified buyers relative to general visitors is unusually high compared to broader technology expos.
ISE 2025 drew 73,891 attendees from 170+ countries across 16 halls with 1,400+ exhibitors. The 2026 edition was expected to maintain or exceed that level. ISE is consistently the largest trade show in Spain and one of the top five B2B trade shows in Europe by attendance.
Roughly 55% of attendees come from outside Spain and Western Europe. Strong delegations from the Middle East, the United States, and Asia Pacific travel to Barcelona specifically for the concentration of manufacturers and product launches.
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Sponsors & Exhibitors
ISE 2026 featured over 1,400 exhibiting companies across Fira Gran Via's 16 halls. Each hall corresponds to a specific product or market segment, making navigation efficient for targeted buyers:
- Display and Visual Technology — Halls 1–3
- Audio Technology — Halls 4–5
- Unified Communications and Collaboration — Hall 6
- Broadcast and Media Infrastructure — Halls 8–9
Lensmor provides real-time exhibitor intelligence for ISE 2026, including company profiles, product categories, and booth locations. Access the full exhibitor list on Lensmor to research companies before you arrive.
Speaker Lineup & Keynotes
ISE's conference programming spans more than a dozen education tracks, organized by AVIXA's CTS certification framework and CEDIA's residential systems curriculum. Key programming categories at ISE 2026 included:
- Industry Keynotes and Opening Sessions
- Thematic Conference Streams covering topics such as AI in AV, smart buildings, and unified communications
- Special Programming including hands-on workshops and certification courses
Full Agenda & Featured Events
ISE 2026 ran across four full days — February 3–6, 2026 — with programming structured around the following:
- Exhibition halls open across all 16 halls at Fira Gran Via
- Conference tracks organized by product category and professional role
- Discovery Zone for emerging technology previews
- AVIXA Learning Center with CTS exam prep courses and renewal unit (RU) sessions
- Networking events and structured manufacturer walkthroughs
Travel and venue tips to maximize your agenda:
- Walking from Hall 1 to Hall 16 takes 10–15 minutes at normal pace — plan your route
- Download ISE's official app for an interactive floor plan and exhibitor appointment scheduling
- Pre-book meetings with priority manufacturers 3–4 weeks before the show
- Use Lensmor to filter exhibitors by industry, company size, and product category to build a target list before you arrive
Registration & Ticket Pricing
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- Early-bird deadlines and discount codes
- Registration link (typically via iseurope.org)
- On-site badge pickup details
Travel & Logistics:
Getting there:
- Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) is the primary international gateway
- ISE takes place in early February — low season for Barcelona tourism means lower hotel rates and flight prices compared to MWC week in March
- Direct flights available from London, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Paris, Dubai, and major US East Coast hubs
- From the airport, Fira Gran Via is approximately 20–25 minutes by taxi. The metro (L9 Sud to Europa/Fira station) is the most reliable option for avoiding morning traffic
Where to stay:
- Barceló Sants — attached to Barcelona Sants station, one metro stop from the venue
- NH Collection Gran Hotel Calderón — central Barcelona
- Meliá Barcelona Sarrià — close to the Fira district
- Central neighborhoods (Eixample, Born, Barceloneta) are all accessible via the L9 metro in 20–30 minutes with wider price-point options
Practical tips:
- ISE's hotel block through its official housing partner opens in September — book early
- Map your target halls by product category before arriving
- Wear comfortable shoes — the venue covers significant distances
- Use the ISE app for wayfinding and pre-scheduled meetings
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Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is ISE 2026?
ISE 2026 ran February 3–6, 2026 at Fira Gran Via in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain. ISE 2027 is expected to return to Fira Gran Via in early February 2027.
Who organizes ISE?
ISE is organized by Integrated Systems Events, a joint venture between AVIXA (Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association) and CEDIA (Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association). Both organizations also run separate regional events — InfoComm (AVIXA, U.S.) and CEDIA Expo (U.S.) — but ISE is their jointly operated global flagship.
How large is ISE?
ISE 2025 drew 73,891 attendees from 170+ countries across 16 halls and 1,400+ exhibitors. ISE is consistently the largest trade show in Spain and one of the top five B2B trade shows in Europe by attendance.
What is AVIXA CTS and why does ISE matter for it?
The Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) is the AV industry's primary professional credential, awarded by AVIXA. ISE is a key event for CTS exam preparation and renewal — AVIXA offers renewal unit (RU) credits for many ISE sessions, and the AVIXA Learning Center at the show provides exam prep courses.
Is ISE relevant if I'm not in AV or systems integration?
Increasingly, yes — particularly for corporate IT, facilities management, and real estate technology professionals. The convergence of IT infrastructure and AV systems has made ISE relevant for anyone managing workplace technology, digital signage, or smart building systems. The Unified Communications track and Smart Building programming draw attendees who would not have considered themselves traditional AV buyers a decade ago.
How should I prepare for ISE?
Start by mapping your specific product categories — display, audio, control, UC, broadcast, or smart building — and identify the corresponding halls. ISE's hall structure is segment-specific, so a focused buyer can cover their relevant market in two days. Pre-book meetings with priority manufacturers 3–4 weeks before the show, and use Lensmor to research exhibitors by industry, company size, and product category so you arrive with a plan.
Ahmed Shabbir
Ahmed Shabbir is a digital marketing strategist and AI event intelligence specialist at Lensmor — the AI agent platform that turns trade show exhibitor data into booked meetings before you arrive.
