This edition will have the biggest Barcelona Activa stand to date, with 202 square metres of floor space doubling the size of last year’s stand. Some of the start-ups at this year’s fair will have a showcase section where they can offer real-time demonstrations their innovation.

Barcelona Activa will also be contributing to the official content for 4YFN by heading different round tables to discuss current trends in strategic spheres. In-house activities at the stand include a digital talent session with companies contracting people trained at the IT Academy, a round table with corporations forming part of the Connectio platform and a networking session with mentors from Lidera, the support initiative for women professionals, directors and entrepreneurs.

Innovation and advanced technology

The food corner at the Barcelona Activa stand will be offering a chance to taste samples from food and innovation projects being developed with the agency. Start-ups will also be able to present their projects to potential investors in various sectors, such as health tech, cybersecurity, energy, sports tech, gaming and more.