Following its successful debut, Innovation Park is returning to ISE 2026, and now is the time for ambitious startups to secure their place. Designed as a vibrant business hub within Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), a world-renowned AV and systems integration exhibition, Innovation Park offers early-stage companies the chance to connect with global partners, pitch to investors, and showcase groundbreaking ideas to a high-value audience.
Centrally located in Congress Square at Fira Barcelona, the first edition of Innovation Park at ISE 2025 offered 80 promotional pods where selected startups could present their solutions, build brand visibility, and connect with industry leaders. Each participating startup was chosen through a structured application process that ensured alignment with ISE’s criteria for innovation and industry relevance.
For many startups, Innovation Park served as a valuable catalyst for future growth. The area included not only exhibition pods but also a dedicated Pitching Stage, a Matchmaking Area, and an exclusive Investor Forum on the first day. This setup created a high-energy environment for securing funding, forming strategic partnerships, and engaging with a diverse and influential audience.
“Innovation Park was created to support emerging talents in the AV community,” said Mike Blackman, Managing Director of Integrated Systems Events. “The enthusiasm on the floor and the quality of the partnerships demonstrated this platform’s importance in shaping our industry’s future. The diverse solutions, from acoustic simulation and spatial audio to digital signage and intuitive UI tools, addressed real-world problems effectively. The market response showed readiness to embrace these next-generation AV pioneers.”
Big wins for bold ideas: Startup momentum from ISE 2025
- Treble Technologies, based in Iceland, showcased its advanced acoustic simulation and spatial audio tools. These solutions allow engineers and designers to analyse how sound behaves in any environment with remarkable precision.
Senior Marketing Specialist, Guillaume Demerliac, said: “Innovation Park was a fantastic opportunity for Treble Technologies to showcase our groundbreaking advancements in acoustic simulation and spatial audio. One of our standout moments was participating in the Investor Forum panel, where we shared insights on navigating growth – from initial concept to acquisition – highlighting the pivotal challenges and strategic decisions that have shaped our success.”
- AVGator Inc., a US-based specialist in AV integration solutions and a certified Crestron Service Provider, used the event to highlight the rising demand for intuitive UI development tools.
Their CEO, Vadim Chekirka, mentioned: “ISE 2025 was a fantastic opportunity to connect with forward-thinking professionals who are shaping the future of AV technology. We were excited to see the strong demand for efficient UI development tools and the growing interest from manufacturers in providing software solutions alongside their hardware. Partnerships like these open new doors for innovation, ultimately making customers’ lives easier and more productive.” AVgator Inc., based in the United States, is specialised in cutting-edge AV integration solutions and is a proud Crestron Service Provider (CSP), delivering advanced programming and GUI development for Crestron, Extron, Biamp, and Q-SYS control systems.
- Digital Signal AV, another US company offering high-performance visual solutions, approached the event with clear KPIs and exceeded expectations.
Senior Global Sales and Business Development executive, Daniel LeCour, reflected: “We had two main goals for ISE 2025: show our innovative products to increase awareness and meet potential clients and partners from around the world. Innovation Park has proven to be a great way for small startup companies like Digital Signal AV to achieve both.”
- Tecom Electronics Ltd., based in Israel, develops advanced AV systems for hybrid classrooms and meeting spaces. Efrat Elitzur reflected positively on the experience.
Their COO, Efrat Elitzur shared: “ISE provided the perfect stage to showcase our latest innovations for immersive classrooms, sparking insightful conversations and receiving enthusiastic feedback from consultants, resellers, and industry leaders worldwide.”
Global Connections and Strategic Partnerships
The diverse range of exhibitors at Innovation Park was a testament to ISE’s ability to bring together brilliant minds from across all sectors. Gaëlle Dubois from Losonnante in France commented on expanding his professional network and securing quality leads, noting: “ISE marked a significant step for Losonnante. Over the four days, we had the opportunity to meet with producers, integrators, and distributors to discuss potential new applications for our bone conduction sound device and to develop strategic partnerships.” Losonnante offers a unique, multisensory sound experience through bone conduction technology. Their “Whisper Box” lets users listen by touch, transmitting sound through the body rather than the air. The result is a memorable, emotion-driven experience that promotes attention, curiosity, and engagement.
Moreover, Igor Murphy from Hive Streaming shared his experience: “During ISE, we connected with 21 partners, 12+ clients and prospects from eight different countries, making it an incredibly valuable event for us. It was by far our most successful trade fair.” Sweden-based Hive Streaming equips organizations to deliver seamless, high-impact live video events by ensuring stable video infrastructure, maximizing video experiences and providing insights that drive strategic impact.
Award-Winning Innovations
Innovation Park also provided an opportunity for startups to receive recognition as part of award schemes available to exhibitors at ISE. Several were celebrated with industry awards, including Best of Show product awards.
Eamon Drew from Turtle AV lauded the event’s impact, remarking, “Innovation Park provided an exceptional opportunity to connect with customers globally. Our presence led to new distributors and systems integrators. A very big highlight for us was winning three Best in Show awards for our new products. ISE was a much bigger success for Turtle AV than we could ever have expected.” Turtle AV from Australia develops products for the AV market and specialises in AV over IP using formats such as Dante AV-A, Dante Audio, H.265/HEVC, and more.
Looking Ahead to ISE 2026
The debut of Innovation Park at ISE 2025 proved to be a highly successful initiative, reinforcing ISE’s commitment to fostering innovation and meaningful connections. The platform enabled startups to secure funding, gain exposure, and establish long-term partnerships.
In 2026, Innovation Park will expand to host 144 startups, offering even more opportunities for promising ventures to pitch, connect, and grow. Applications are now open. To join this unique environment for innovation and entrepreneurship, apply by clicking here or visit their official website for more information.
