Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC)

The Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) in Barcelona stands as the world’s biggest and most influential event dedicated to accelerating urban innovation and transformation. Since its inception in 2011, this annual congress has served as a pivotal catalyst for change, bringing together a powerful global ecosystem of leaders, pioneers, and influential figures around the shared mission of crafting a new urban paradigm—one that is inherently more sustainable, efficient, and human-centered.

For professionals immersed in construction, architecture, and real estate, SCEWC offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with solutions driving the built environment forward. The event features specialized tracks focused entirely on ‘Infrastructure & Building’ and ‘Enabling Technologies.’ Attendees gain deep insight into topics such as Building Intelligent and Adaptive Urban Spaces, exploring advanced methodologies for Resilient City Planning, and strategizing on Driving Urban Regeneration by successfully uniting capital, cities, and communities. The ultimate conversation at SCEWC moves seamlessly from high-level inspiration to tangible implementation, providing the data-driven solutions all modern cities require.

Digital transformation remains a core element, showcasing its profound impact across the entire construction lifecycle and urban management. Discussions center on leveraging sophisticated tools like Artificial Intelligence (AI) for predictive modeling, implementing Urban Digital Twins for enhanced local policy development, and utilizing next-gen connectivity to create safer and smarter environments. Furthermore, dedicated sessions on PropTech illustrate how technology is revolutionizing real estate, optimizing processes, and fostering better decision-making for businesses.

The extensive Expo area serves as a high-impact venue where hundreds of international companies demonstrate their implemented projects and market-ready urban solutions to a global audience of professional attendees and decision-makers. By facilitating active problem-solving initiatives and fostering new connections, SCEWC helps cities rise to meet global challenges. It remains the essential global platform for those committed to developing and maintaining the resilient, connected infrastructure required for the future of urban living.