Innovation Park at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) has opened applications for its 2027 edition, giving emerging AV businesses early access to a platform designed to connect startups with investors, buyers and industry partners. The programme returns to Fira de Barcelona on February 2-5 2027.
Building on more than 20 years of innovation at ISE, the expanded programme hosted 130 exhibitors at ISE 2026. The Plug and Play Pitching Stage hosted 84 pitch sessions, while the Matchmaking Area – powered by Ambivation – facilitated more than 160 potential one-to-one connections between investors, startups, innovation managers and corporate representatives.
Among those who attended ISE 2026 was Turtle AV, an Australian manufacturer of Dante audio products. Chris White, EU territory manager at Turtle AV, said: “Returning to ISE one year after launching Turtle AV here has been an incredible experience. The business has grown rapidly, with nearly 40 distributors worldwide, major industry recognition and strong momentum across Europe.”
Fabien Rolland, co-founder and managing director of French bone conduction sound startup Losonnante, added: “Returning to Innovation Park for a second year was an easy decision because the experience and connections we made previously were extremely valuable. This year, our focus was on connecting with investors and international integrators to expand into new markets.”
Alberto Paccagnella, co-founder of Italian startup Amperry, added: “This is our first time at ISE, and from day one we realised it was the right platform for a startup like ours. We connected with people from all over the world and saw clear opportunities to scale the business internationally.”
Seven partner-led sessions featuring organisations including Barcelona Activa and EIT Culture & Creativity added further depth to the programme, which concluded with the ISE Hackathon. Tours and networking events, including a Speed-Dating Evening, helped participants build new relationships throughout the week.
Mike Blackman, managing director of Integrated Systems Events, added: “Innovation Park helps shape the future of the AV industry by giving startups direct access to investors, partners and industry experts. By connecting emerging companies with the right people and organisations, Innovation Park creates real commercial opportunities and supports the next generation of industry growth.”
Find more information and the Innovation Park 2027 Application Form here.
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