What to Expect at ISE 2026: New Horizons for AV and Integrated Systems
ISE 2026 will take place from 3 to 6 February in Barcelona under the motto “Push Beyond,” reflecting the organizers’ ambition to further raise industry standards in the AV and integrated systems sectors. Following the record-breaking 2025 edition, which attracted more than 85,000 visitors and set new benchmarks for global technology exhibitions, the upcoming show introduces a series of major innovations.
One of the most significant new features is the inaugural Cybersecurity Summit, scheduled for 5 February, which will gather experts responsible for securing digital and AV systems at a time when cyber threats are becoming an increasingly serious challenge for integrators and end users. Another new addition is the Listening Suites, specially designed rooms where visitors can experience high-end audio technology in controlled acoustic environments.
A major advancement for 2026 is the new Spark zone, located in Hall 8.1, created to connect creative industries such as gaming, design, production, entertainment and broadcast technologies. This 1,000-square-meter area will offer interactive and experimental content designed to encourage collaboration across multiple market segments. Education will also take centre stage, with ISE partnering with the EduTech sector to host the EdTech Congress 2026, focused on digital transformation in education and the role of artificial intelligence in teaching.
Organizers anticipate that ISE 2026 will surpass last year’s achievements — with more than 1,400 exhibitors, including over 180 new companies, and an expanded exhibition and conference program. For visitors from the Adriatic region, the event represents a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge global solutions in AV technology, smart buildings, security, digital signage and related industries — all in one place.
Registration is already open, and due to the expected high attendance, early travel planning and accommodation booking are strongly recommended. With these developments, ISE 2026 is already positioning itself as one of the key international technology events of the coming year.
