Canadian delegation to Smart City Expo World Congress 2024
Date: November 4 to November 8, 2024
Venue: FIRA
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Target Audience: Large and SME providers and research organisations with technology or solutions in smart cities, and actively targeting Europe. Sectorial focus in sustainable mobility solutions, energy and water efficiency systems for municipalities and sensors and Internet of Things.
Sector: Automotive, Clean technologies, Information and communications technologies, Infrastructure
Event description
Access opportunities connected with the transformation of cities in Europe, Join us for a delegation to Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona.
Canadian companies are invited to join the Canadian delegation to the Smart City World Expo Congress in Barcelona from November 4 to 8 to tap into the opportunities around smart cities and public procurement. This premier global event attracts key stakeholders, including government officials, industry leaders, and innovators from across the world, offering a unique platform to showcase Canadian expertise in smart city technologies. By participating, companies can demonstrate their cutting-edge solutions in areas such as urban mobility, energy efficiency in public infrastructure, and sensors and Internet of Things.
By joining the delegation, Canadian firms can leverage these opportunities to expand their footprint and influence in the global smart city landscape.
Smart cities in Europe
The Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and the European Union opens significant opportunities in municipal public procurement, providing Canadian companies with greater access to European smart city projects.
European cities are actively seeking innovative solutions to tackle urban mobility challenges, such as congestion and public transit affordability, to enhance energy efficiency in their infrastructures, and to integrate sensors and new technology to provide digital services to citizens and tourists.
This delegation is a multi-country activity. Trade Commissioners from Spain, Germany, UK, Sweden, and Latvia will participate.
Key highlights
- Canadian Pavilion: Display your solutions at the Canada Pavilion and have dedicated branded space to host prospective buyers and partners, limited spots only.
- Showcase Your Expertise: Participate in pre-arranged B2B meetings for your organization to connect with key prospects.
- Networking Opportunities: Engage with like-minded professionals and experts in the Smart City sector from European markets. Build valuable connections that could lead to future collaborations and ventures.
- Knowledge Exchange: There will be a preparatory virtual session in October 2024 with Trade Commissioners from key markets attending the event.
Next steps
Register with Smart Grid Innovation Network (SGIN) for this delegation. Participation in this delegation is offered on a cost-recovery basis. More information, visit SGIN website.
Deadline to apply: August 31, 2024
Agenda
- October: Get ready for SCEWC, Virtual preparation session (date TBD)
- November 4: Pre-mission day in Barcelona
- In person session for Canadian delegation, meetings with local contacts, site visits
- November 5 to 7: Smart City Expo World Congress and Trade Show, pre-arranged B2B program. Canadian networking reception.
- November 8: Closure event and site visits
Register to attend
Contact Nadia Rego (nadia.rego@International.gc.ca) for more information.
Why your organization should participate
- Develop a first-hand understanding of the opportunities and challenges of doing business in foreign markets
- Gain insights and market intelligence
- Meet key commercial entities, industry players, and potential buyers, investors and/or partners
- Participate in networking events
- Participate in pre-organized business to business meetings
- Receive on-the-ground assistance from the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service
Trade Commissioner(s) involvement
Activities organized by the Trade Commissioner Service
- Business-to-business meetings
- Networking event
- Pavilion/exhibit
- Seminar
- Site visits
The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service offers services free of charge to Canadian exporters and companies that meet our client criteria.
