One of Europe's premier trade fair organisers, Fira de Barcelona plays a crucial role in fostering smart city development across the continent and beyond. With a global reach, the organisation hosts internationally renowned events, most notably the Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) and the Mobile World Congress (MWC). These events serve as vital platforms for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and the showcasing of cutting-edge technologies in urban innovation, smart mobility, and digital infrastructure.
Its co-organisation of SCEWC since 2011 has been instrumental in establishing Barcelona as a leading global hub for smart city initiatives, attracting over 25,000 participants from more than 140 countries annually. Beyond the direct impact of these events, Fira de Barcelona contributes to the broader smart city ecosystem by providing a space for businesses, governments, and research institutions to connect, share best practices, and drive the adoption of innovative solutions that address urban challenges. Through its large-scale events and focus on key areas of smart city development, Fira de Barcelona facilitates the advancement of sustainable and technologically advanced urban environments across Europe and worldwide. As an organisation employing over a thousand individuals, Fira contributes significantly to the smart cities industry.