THE FUTURE OF SMART CITIES
INNOVATION PLAYGROUND
The place where tomorrow takes shape
THE INNOVATION PLAYGROUND
boosting awareness, networking and funding within the global innovation ecosystem
The new Innovation Playground is a carefully designed space connecting the main players of the global innovation ecosystem: startups, investors, governments, corporations, universities, and research centers.
Combining talks, exhibiting startups and immersive demos, the Innovation Playground is set to accelerate the implementation of solutions that might disrupt the smart city market.
How will it do so?
01_ Strengthening connections between the innovation ecosystem members.
02_ Attracting international talent, and providing links with targeted investment players.
03_ Promoting people-focused innovation, leveraging the great entrepreneurial capacity of cities and regions.
04_ Building a more diverse innovation network, supporting women-led entrepreneurship.
1. STARTUP AREA
The Startup Area will become a busy expo floor with 100 of the boldest startups in urban development worldwide, covering key topics like urban tech, social impact, climate tech, construction tech or transport tech.
Find out which startups exhibited in the Startup Area in 2024:
- ACT4CITY
- ADDEL - ADD ELECTRICITY
- AGEVOLT
- AI VERSE
- ARXAX
- ASYMMETRICA
- BARRI
- BIB BATTERIES
- BIODATA BANK
- CITIZEN DIALOG KIT
- CITYMONITOR
- DEEPVOLT
- DIAGNOSTICA SALUD CONECTADA
- DIGITAL TWIN TECHNOLOGY
- DIRECTRAINS
- DOMUM URBAN MOBILITY
- DREAMWAVES
- E-CAFE BIKE
- ENSO COLIVING
- EQON
- EVARM
- EVIO - ELECTRICAL MOBILITY
- FINDSPO
- FLASHER
- GREENMETRICS.AI
- GREENROADS
- HAYDEN AI TECHNOLOGIES
- HUSENSE
- HYGGLE
- INFRARED.CITY
- INSTANT SYSTEMS
- KAROS
- KENTYOU
- KOBLA AS
- KOINSYS
- LAMPSY
- MAGIC LANE
- MAKE MY DAY
- MEEP
- MICROBASE
- MITIGA
- MOBILYSIS
- MOBY
- NABOGO
- NÄSTA
- NEMI MOBILITY SOLUTIONS
- NOMMON
- NOUMENA DATA
- NOVALITY
- OPTYNAMICS SL
- PARKUNLOAD
- PARQUERY
- PASSAGEWAY
- POWERBIM
- PSI
- QUANDOPASSO
- RESERVE & CHARGE
- RHYDE.CO
- SAFE AI
- SIPOW
- SPARKPARK AS
- STARIA TECHNOLOGIES
- SURPLUS MAP
- SURVIOT
- SUSTEIN MATERIAL
- SWITCH - STREET WITCHER
- THE GREAT BUBBLE BARRIER
- TOLV
- TORCH
- URBANVIND
- URSA ROBOTICS
- VIVADRIVE
- VOLTAAGE
- WALKING TALKING
- WEELO
- ZEABUZ
2. DEMO AREA
The Demo Area will feature a curated array of interactive displays, immersive simulations, and revolutionary tools that prove how sci-fi solutions will actually change the way we live, work, and interact within our cities.
Take a look at the solutions that were found in the Demo Area in 2024:
U1st - Software Republique
U1st
The "U1st" vision consists of a self-contained manned module delivered on an electric vehicle, integrating innovations from an ecosystem of 21 companies and startups. Designed to be able to cover many service sectors, this functional demonstrator is aimed at bringing health services for you, when and where needed.
6GTwinRoad - i2CAT + Applus IDIADA
6GTwinRoad - i2CAT + Applus IDIADA
Vehicle equipped with an active perception system. Attendees will be able to see in real time, on an external screen, the detections of the lidar, observing how the cloud of points is generated and how the system detects the objects around the vehicle.
Ecoro
Ecoro
Ecoro develops a freight transport system that automates the transport process from loading to unloading – and reduces transport costs by up to 80%. Our Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) operate on a dedicated lane, highly reliable and with zero emissions.
E-Cafe Bike
E-Cafe Bike
E-CAFE BIKE®, which focuses on premium e-bikes, has developed innovative electric cargo trailers, which are 100% fully energy self-sufficient using solar panels. Thanks to the smallest carbon footprint during production on the global market, they have achieved their Zero Emission Delivery mission.
Lixo
Lixo
Lixo offers waste collectors the opportunity to analyze their waste with a real-time data analysis solution. By equipping refuse collection vehicles, waste flows are characterized live and continuously. Lixo’s Indicators are gathered to help better manage waste sorting quality in their areas.
Superwheel System
Superwheel System
SuperWheel is a revolutionize suspension system, the system is using our patented- ‘Energy transfer system’ to transform user’s weight to unlimited range of Eco-Power assistance, allow cycling easier, faster and without the hassle with a battery.
Husense
Husense
Combining radar and AI we deliver real time usage analytics to optimize every m2 in your city.
Monitor in & outdoor locations 24x7, in real-time, and 100% privacy proof. Making cities truly smarter and safer for all.
Teknocea
Teknocea
Teknocea has developed a cost-effective EV charging solution for large-scale deployment in public parking lots, addressing the existing issue of infrastructure costs. It includes innovative features such as a secure wireless mesh network and a disruptive electromechanical design for fully automated production.
Greenin - Respirooh
Greenin - Respirooh
Respirooh: Greenin's biotechnological urban furniture that purifies the air with microalgae photobioreactors, capturing CO₂ and releasing O₂. Its compact design integrates into urban and indoor environments, improving air quality. With Respirooh, advertising becomes 'Puricity', communicating and purifying.
Moby Move
Moby Move
An app-less tap-and-ride system for e-bikes, wherein a user could tap his debit/credit card or digital wallet, unlock a bike and ride straightaway without needing to download any app! This is combined with a universal charging and locking system, simplifying user experience
Luvly
Luvly
Luvly’s platform stands out as a novel, rational and cost-effective approach to developing modern city transports - Light Urban Vehicles. Sandwich composite form a safety cell around the passengers which, together with Energy Absorption Zones EAZ create Sustainable, Affordable, Safe superlight cars.
Great Bubble Barrier
Great Bubble Barrier
The Bubble Barrier is an innovative technology that prevents plastic waste from entering waterways. It creates a curtain of bubbles that guides debris to our catchment system while allowing ships to pass and fish to migrate safely. This sustainable solution protects aquatic ecosystems and promotes cleaner oceans.
Escena 4.0
Escena 4.0
Escena 4.0 creates modular, energy-autonomous stages that generate and store renewable energy, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 81%. This plug-and-play solution integrates immersive audiovisual systems and sustainable structures, optimizing time and costs for event.
CombiStation
CombiStation
Constin GmbH’s latest innovation, CombiStation, accelerates e-mobility, particularly LEV adoption, through a Battery as a Service business model. As a German design and technology company, Constin GmbH provides eco-energy storage solutions using standardized battery modules and their applications.
Citizen Dialog Kit
Citizen Dialog Kit
CDK is a citizen engagement tool that consists of interactive survey devices and an online management platform. You can now easily engage more and different people in the decision-making process. The survey devices are completely wireless, so you can directly place them in any relevant location.
BLUE WAVE ALLIANCE - SeaSpore: Science, Engineering and Art
SeaSpore: Science, Engineering and Art
The Mediterranean faces huge challenges caused by human activity and climate change. Although protecting 30% of seas and oceans would be enough for regeneration, less than 1% of the Mediterranean is effectively protected. SeaSpore aims to create a movement that inspires protection, rejuvenating the sea through the fusion of science, technology, and art, transforming barren deserts into thriving oases.
Mosa Innovations
Mosa Innovations
Mosa offers ultra-flexible, easy-to-deploy, self-service docked bicycle-sharing solutions, similar to London’s Santander Bikes but 70% more affordable. These solutions are specifically tailored for communities, cities, and towns of all sizes with urgent last-mile transport needs.
Mobile Office - Generalitat de Catalunya
Mobile Office - Generalitat de Catalunya
The Mobile Office to support Processing is a vehicle adapted with a communications system that guarantees connectivity in remote locations, with the aim of facilitating access to digital public services with face-to-face support, in this case in the Terres de l'Ebre, and on the other, to transform public services through innovation.
Standab AB
Standab AB
Standab offers Charging-as-a-Service (CaaS) for shared micromobility with modular, user-friendly parking and charging stations that enable cities and operators to integrate micromobility efficiently. Our solutions reduce battery swaps and support sustainable urban mobility.
3. INVESTORS PROGRAM
This brand-new initiative is set to connect investors with global organizations and innovation players trailblazing startup growth.
Identify relevant deal flow to grow your portfolio. Enjoy networking opportunities with other investors, startups and governments. Find co-investment opportunities and collaboration prospects. Get access to market intelligence, exposure to impact investing and sustainability initiatives, insights into policies and regulations.
Registration for the Investors Program will open later in 2025.
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Get your Investor Pass. A new, premium ticket to make the most of the event. Registration will open later in 2025.
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Fill out this form. It will be key to provide a smooth service and ensure you have the best experience possible.
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Gain full access. Enjoy exclusive, targeted benefits during your experience
4. AGORA
A vibrant stage for the entrepreneurial ecosystem bringing together startups, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporations, investors, research and academia, and innovation agents, to discuss the issues that matter and share their most innovative projects. Plus, a full program of Startup Pitches and a Pitch Competition where Startups presented groundbreaking solutions and technologies ready to reshape our urban reality.
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