WHEREAS, EduTech Cluster and Fira de Barcelona join forces in favor of educational innovation

After years of growth, EdTech Congress reinforces its projection with an alliance with Integrated Systems Europe what, in its edition 2026 in Barcelona Fair, will allow attendees to explore new technologies, share knowledge with experts and connect with the main agents in the sector.

The association between WHEREAS, EduTech Cluster y Barcelona Fair will materialize in the joint celebration of the 12th edition of EdTech Congress, the congress specialized in educational technology which will take place on the days 4 y 5 February 2026 in it Congress Palace of the Catalan capital.

This congress, already consolidated in the educational sector, and that will now coincide with the celebration of WHEREAS 2026, thus gives a qualitative leap and expands its international reach in a unique space.

The participation of ISE marks a turning point in the evolution of the congress, that enters a new stage aimed at promoting educational innovation and professional development, reaffirming its commitment to creating a community with purpose.

After the success of the edition held at the beginning of the year, which had the support of 52 exhibitors and 1.643 assistants, the expectations for 2026 are high. The content program, focused on knowledge of the sector, will put the focus on artificial intelligence and its potential for improve learning processes and environments.

“This collaboration represents a milestone for the European educational technology ecosystem,” he says. Ramon Eixarch, president of the EduTech Cluster–. By joining forces with ISE and Fira de Barcelona, we create a global platform where educational leaders, innovators and technology providers “They can collaborate to design scalable and meaningful solutions”.

As Eixarch adds, “the attention we will devote to AI in the edition of 2026 reflects our belief that technology, used for purpose, can empower teachers, engage students and reduce learning gaps around the world”.

For your part, Constantí Serrallonga, general director of Barcelona Fair, emphasizes that “we are excited to promote this project, which is aligned with our values ​​of promoting innovation in high-impact sectors. We consider it a privilege to be able to act as a bridge between two professional fields - audiovisual and education- to, along with the most advanced technologies, promote changes that drive the progress of society”.

This strategic alliance reinforces the commitment to ISE with Barcelona and with his legacy in the city. The organization of the event will continue investing in the market edtech, an area of ​​increasing relevance, through initiatives such as Connected Classroom, that will return in 2026 after its successful debut at the last edition of the fair.

Powered by Logitech, this immersive space of 120 m² offered during ISE 2025 a connected classroom experience that showcased the latest innovations in educational technology and the possibilities of future learning.

“We are pleased to announce this collaboration, that reinforces our commitment to innovation and thought leadership at the intersection of education and technology – points out Mike Blackman, general director of Integrated Systems Events-. By co-organizing the congress, “We want to bring attendees visionary ideas and transformative solutions that enrich learning environments.”.

With this unique alliance, represses Blackman, "we are building a platform that pushes the boundaries of 21st century learning and inspires the design of the classrooms of tomorrow”.

As with ISE 2026, he record for EdTech Congress Barcelona is now open. Interested parties can obtain a 10% extra discount about the rate early bird from this link.