CITY FOR THE FUTURE

ABOUT THE EVENT

Ready to join us in creating livable, future-proof cities? The Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona is a key event for shaping the future of urban environments. This annual gathering brings together leaders from pioneering companies, governments, city representatives, and civic initiatives to advance sustainable, technologically advanced cities.

In 2024, as the SCEWC celebrates its thirteenth year, it remains the world’s premier smart city event. This edition builds on past successes, introducing new innovations to address urgent urban challenges. With cities accounting for 75% of global energy consumption and 70% of greenhouse gas emissions, the need for forward-thinking solutions has never been more critical.

A standout feature of the 2024 event is the significant participation from the Czech Republic, which will showcase one of the largest national pavilions at 300 sq. m. The Czech pavilion leverages synergy with the quadruple helix of national innovation ecosystem stakeholders, including five key ministries—Industry and Trade, Regional Development, Transport, Environment, and Foreign Affairs.

This collaborative approach is enhanced by the involvement of three major Czech cities—Prague, Brno, and Pilsen—which will present their local ecosystems. The pavilion will feature 26 innovative Czech startups, SMEs, and academic institutions, showcasing the country’s growing influence and expertise in the smart city sector.

As over 800 exhibitors and tens of thousands of experts converge, the Expo will tackle critical urban challenges. The theme "Cities Inspired by People" aligns with the New European Bauhaus initiative, emphasizing sustainable and aesthetically pleasing public spaces that enhance quality of life.

The 2024 Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona promises to be a vibrant hub of innovation and collaboration. Visit the Czech pavilion right at the center of Hall 3 to exchange ideas, enjoy a glass of original Czech beer served by a robot or a signature drink at the Brno-bar, and engage with high-level representatives from ministries, cities, and other institutions in an informal setting.

PATRONS OF THE EVENT

David Müller

Director General, Section of European Union and Foreign Trade, Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic

Dear Visitors and Business Partners,

Smart and sustainable cities are essential for our quality of life and future, and the Barcelona Expo is the number one global event where this topic is addressed, bringing together key representatives of the international community.

The topic of smart cities is highly complex and requires coordination across sectors, which is also the main reason why the Czech Republic has been absent from Barcelona for so long. I am therefore very pleased that the Ministry of Industry and Trade team has managed to change this in a remarkable way. This year in Barcelona, we will have the largest Czech official participation in the last 10 years, with an unprecedented number of nearly 50 participants. Since the success of smart cities relies on collaboration, I find it particularly positive that four ministries, three major cities, several universities, and some 30 innovative start-ups and companies from fields such as the circular economy, smart mobility, energy, and artificial intelligence have joined forces under the Czech flag.

I believe this participation is just the beginning, and that Czech solutions, projects, and best practices will leave a strong mark on the international stage, contributing to many livable and prosperous cities around the globe.

Bohuslav Svoboda

Mayor of the City of Prague

Dear Visitors,

I am honoured to be the Mayor of a city with such a rich history, unique architecture and magical atmosphere. I feel privileged to be able to work for Prague and preserve it for the future generations. For me, it is, however, equally important to work on our own vision of a dynamic contemporary city, which is being accomplished and shaped by the tireless effort of all who live and work here or stay in the city even for a short time.

The philosophy behind this year’s Prague exhibition is to showcase this everlasting exchange. We have created a synergy of city-owned companies and academic institutions as well as commercial players and together we support young talent and generate original, sustainable and space-cultivating solutions for a more pleasant and safer life in our city. We are particularly proud of the fact that the authors of many of our award-winning projects represent the youngest generation of innovators, researchers and designers.

We look forward to meeting you at our Prague stand, which is a proud partner of the Czech National Pavilion here in Barcelona, one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Let us all share our best practices and get inspired from one another.

PROGRAM

Tuesday I 05 November 2024 I 13:00
GRAND OPENING OF THE FIRST CZECH PAVILION AT SCEWC

Special guests:
- Mr. David Müller, Director General, Section of EU and Foreign Trade, Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic
- Mr. Bohuslav Svoboda, Mayor, City of Prague
- Mr. Libor Sečka, Czech Republic’s Ambassador to Spain

Networking highlight: cities and expos going circular

To enjoy: signature cocktails from "BRNO-bar" with a bartender show

Wednesday I 06 November 2024 I 16:00
SMART MOBILITY BEER

Special guests:
- Ms. Tereza Čížková, Head of New Transport Technologies Unit, Ministry of Transport of the Czech Republic
- Mr. Jan Bízik, Director of Mobility Innovation Hub, CzechInvest
- Mr. Miroslav Svítek, Vice-Dean for Strategy and External Relations, Faculty of Transport, Czech Technical University Prague

Networking highlight: urban mobility & traffic data

To enjoy: original Pilsner beer from a robotic tapster & live experience of the installation "Prague Pixels"

Thursday I 07 November 2024 I 11:00
ESPRESSO TONIC PILOTING BRUNCH

Special guests:
- PilotInnCities Interreg project consortium
- CommuniCity Horizon project consortium
- Ms. Marie Zezůlková, Coordinator, BVV Living Lab

Networking highlight: agile piloting and living labs

To enjoy: refreshing coffee and small Czech bites

ALL OUR EVENTS TAKE PLACE IN THE CZECH PAVILION IN HALL 3, STAND D100