Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) is the world's largest and most influential event dedicated to cities and urban innovation, attracting a diverse community of industry executives, government leaders, researchers, and entrepreneurs from over 130 countries. This annual congress in Barcelona serves as a critical international platform for fostering sustainable, efficient, and human-centered urban development. For exhibitors, SCEWC provides an unparalleled high-visibility platform to showcase innovations, solutions, and expertise to a global audience of industry leaders, policymakers, potential partners, and investors, generating qualified leads. Professional buyers and city representatives will discover visionary solutions for urban mobility, sustainability, infrastructure, and governance. It's a crucial meeting point to exchange best practices, find market-ready solutions, and accelerate urban progress, with 55% of attendees being decision-makers. Co-located events further enhance its value, offering a comprehensive view of critical urban questions.
Highlights
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Global Urban Innovation Hub
The world's largest and most influential event for cities, attracting 27,000+ visitors from 130+ countries and 1,190+ exhibitors.
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Decision-Maker Engagement
55% of attendees are decision-makers, providing a prime environment for strategic collaborations and lead generation for exhibitors.
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Comprehensive Urban Solutions
Features high-level plenaries, 600+ speakers, and co-located events like Tomorrow.Mobility, offering a holistic view of urban transformation.
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Prestigious Recognition & Networking
Hosts the World Smart City Awards, dedicated VIP Lounges, and a Match & Fund Tool to connect investors with startups.
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Innovation Showcase
An "Innovation Playground" with live pitches, startup showcases, and immersive demos highlights cutting-edge urban technologies.
Previous Edition
27,000
Attendees
1,000
Exhibitors
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Net Area
FAQ
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The event targets city officials, mayors, government leaders, urban planners, policymakers, industry executives, technology enthusiasts, researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors from public and private sectors.
Key themes include Enabling Technologies (AI, IoT, digital platforms) and Energy & Environment (smart grids, renewable energy, circular economy, climate adaptation).
The 2026 edition is projected to welcome over 27,000 professional visitors from 130+ countries and feature over 1,190 exhibitors.
The congress is organized by Fira de Barcelona, a leading Spanish trade fair institution, which established the event in 2011.
SCEWC offers dedicated VIP Lounges, a Match & Fund Tool for investors and startups, and an "Innovation Playground" with live pitches and immersive demos.