ISE launches new initiatives for 2026

ISE kick-starts its 2026 campaign by teasing new ideas set to elevate the February show to new heights

After the success of ISE 2025, next year’s event is predicted to come back stronger than before. ISE 2026 will return to Fira de Barcelona from 3–6 February with new innovations set to shape the future of AV and systems integration.

The theme for this event is Push Beyond, which mirrors ISE’s commitment to progress. With four months to go until the show, more than 1400 exhibitors are already confirmed, including 184 participating for the first time.

Keeping in line with this theme, Hall Zero at Fira de Barcelona is now scheduled for completion in 2028. With this new opening date, Hall Zero will set new benchmarks in construction, safety and experience. Until then, the current space will be optimised for a richer event experience.

Other highlights of the show include High-End Listening Suites in the refurbished CC2 and the debut of the Cybersecurity Summit, chaired by Pere Ferrer i Sastre. The EdTech Congress will also explore AI-driven innovation in education. Meanwhile, Spark will unite creative minds cross-vertically.

Adding further insight, Sol Rashidi, the world’s first chief AI officer for enterprises, will deliver a headline keynote. Her address will explore how to turn AI into a tangible business impact.

Reflecting on ISE’s future, Mike Blackman, managing director at Integrated Systems Events, explained, “With our ‘Push Beyond’ ethos for 2026, we are inviting everyone to join us in Barcelona to shape the next chapter of AV and systems integration, together.”

Registration for ISE 2026 opens Monday 6 October 2025. Stay tuned for detailed information about the new initiatives at ISE 2026.