Smart City Expo World Congress 2014

1. The event boasts the top experts on the cities of the future
 
The Smart City Expo World Congress program features some of the most innovative speakers on urban technology. It is structured along six main themes (Smart Society, Technology, Governance, Energy, Mobility and Sustainable City), and amongst the 400 speakers we have Parag Khanna, regarded the world`s leading geopolitical analyst and a former adviser to US President, Barack Obama; architects Kengo Kuma and Deyan Sudjic, who will discuss the creative process within urban environments; futurologist and sustainability expert Alex Steffen; Janette Sadik, an expert on urban mobility and New York`s former Transportation Commissioner; and Vaclav Smil, a scientist specializing in energy and demographic analysis.
 
2. Best place to do business
 
The event provides the strategies and tools necessary to drive knowledge sharing forward, develop associations and create business opportunities in this new market for urban solutions and technologies. And this fourth edition is more strategic than ever for the smart industry. More than 200 companies and 400 cities have confirmed they will take part and exhibition space is up by 25%. As well, SCEWC is organizing Smart Activities and Side Events to create synergies and networking between companies, entrepreneurs, cities, research centers and investors.
 
3. It`s the best showcase to see the latest trends
 
Technology and innovation is in the DNA of smart cities. This event brings together innovative solutions that are already being used, and projects and prototypes which represent a step forward in building sustainable, collaborative and efficient cities. Inside SCEWC there are several spaces designed for exhibitors to showcase their products. The central part of the exhibition area is Smart City Plaza, which shows real solutions and initiatives selected as part of SCEWC 2014`s `Call for Solutions` process.
 
4. Located in a privileged location
 
Located amongst the top five smart cities in Europe, Barcelona has committed itself strategically to technology solutions to create a city model that provides more comfort for inhabitants. At the same time, Barcelona is also positioning itself as one of the biggest business and innovation hubs in Europe. A smart city playing host to other smart cities.
 
5. It`s the world`s most visited smart city event
 
Here are the visitor and profile results for SCEWC 2013.

• Smart Society
• Technology
• Governance
• Energy
• Mobility
• Sustainable City

Smart City Plaza, the latest developments in the field of smart technology.

We have recreated a real smart city in a 2,000 m2 space, where you can see the solutions of our exhibitors on show, as well as those of the seven proposals chosen from the `Call For Solutions`, a SCEWC initiative to select most advanced solutions for entrepreneurs, research centers, start-ups and small or medium sized business.

The Plaza is the very center of the exhibition area, and you will find common areas like Speakers` Corner, City Hall - Protocol Room, Working Area, a bar, a library or a Tourism Office.

Whether you`re looking for concrete solutions, make contacts or simply because you`re interested city models, it`s a good reason for coming.

SPECIALIST CONTACTS

It`s a unique opportunity to meet and interact with the main players that are leading city innovation, both from the theoretical and practical points of view.

THE PERFECT CITY

Visit the 2,000 m2 Smart City Plaza, where you can see the latest technologies applied to real city simulations. It`s proof that another way of life is possible.

UP TO DATE

You can see firsthand the latest technology and the world`s most innovate projects in terms of urban efficiency and sustainability.

The exhibition area brings together companies working with highly innovative projects and advanced technologies to transform cities. What are the benefits of becoming an exhibitor?

AN EXCEPTIONAL SHOWCASE

You can show your products, technologies, solutions and projects under the umbrella of a leading event that brings together benchmark companies, institutions and cities.

A GUIDE TO SUCCESS

It gives you the tools and channels so your business or project can get the promotion and visibility you need to strengthen a foothold in a very specialized market.

STRATEGIC NETWORKING

You can share knowledge, make new contacts and establish business partnerships with the best companies of the sector to widen the vision of your business.

Media interest in events related to smart cities is growing more and more. What are going to be the big media stories coming out of this Congress?

SET TRENDS

SCEWC is an international showcase for reporting on the latest smart technologies and the most innovative projects.

MEET THE KEY PLAYERS

This Congress brings together leading experts and opinion leaders that have unique information about new city concepts.

SPECIAL TREATMENT

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