Shaping the Cities of the Future

Visitor Profile: Global Decision-Makers

The Portugal Smart Cities Summit is a high-density networking hub attracting a diverse professional audience, including:

·       Government Officials & Mayors: Seeking scalable solutions for municipal management and public services.

·       Urban Planners & Architects: Looking for sustainable materials and smart infrastructure design.

·       Investors & Entrepreneurs: Scouting for disruptive startups in the EIT Urban Mobility and tech sectors.

·       Engineers & Researchers: Focused on the technical integration of IoT, Big Data, and 5G in city grids.

·       Municipal Technicians: Exploring practical tools for waste management, water efficiency, and urban logistics.

Who Exhibits: Leaders of Transformation

The exhibition floor at FIL represents the full spectrum of the smart city value chain:

·       Technology Giants: Companies providing digital platforms, cybersecurity, and business automation.

·       Mobility Pioneers: Exhibitors showcasing electric vehicles, micro-mobility, and intelligent transport systems.

·       Environmental Innovators: Providers of renewable energy solutions, smart grids, and circular economy tools.

·       Social & Living Solutions: Startups and NGOs focusing on inclusive housing, health informatics, and education technology.

Key Highlights: Beyond the Exhibition

·       Thematic Cafés & Workshops: Specialized sessions like the Café Temático focused on urban logistics and sustainability indicators.

·       Guest City & Region Program: Each year, the summit highlights a specific "Guest City" (such as Lisbon) and "Guest Region" to showcase localized success stories in innovation.

·       International Conferences: A world-class program addressing digital transformation, sociocultural challenges, and future urban organization.

·       Match & Connect Platform: A dedicated service to facilitate B2B meetings between public administrations, SMEs, and research institutes.

·       EIT Urban Mobility Integration: Strong participation from European-level innovation communities to accelerate the commercialization of mobility products.

By centering the event in Lisbon, the 2024–2026 summits leverage Portugal's reputation as a "Startup Nation." The location at Parque das Nações (FIL) provides world-class infrastructure and easy access via Lisbon Airport, making it a prime destination for international trade. The event targets high-volume global searches related to "Digital Transition" and "Urban Sustainability," ensuring your brand is associated with the leaders of the new European urban agenda.