Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) will bring back Innovation Park for its 2026 edition.

Building on the success of 2025, this expanded initiative in Congress Square will directly connect investors with transformative startups, maximising investment opportunities.

Innovation Park is a dynamic marketplace where startups, buyers and investors can come together to explore the future of AV and systems integration. Whether you are looking for high-growth investment opportunities or innovative solutions ready for implementation, Innovation Park is the place where ideas and opportunity meet. At ISE we have always championed innovation and challenged expectations, and Innovation Park is the perfect example of how we continue to push beyond today to find tomorrow’s solutions, explains Mike Blackman, Managing Director of Integrated Systems Events. 

More opportunities to ‘Push Beyond’

Together with startups and first-time exhibitors at ISE, the participation criteria for Innovation Park will now also include companies returning after an absence of 3 years or more. To support this expansion, Innovation Park at ISE 2026 will feature 130 exhibition pods.Located in the centre of Congress Square, Innovation Park will once again bring together the Pitching Stage, programmed by the startup incubator Plug and Play; the revitalised Matchmaking Area, designed for strategic business connections; the Investor Forum, taking place on the opening day; and a full programme of startup networking events scheduled throughout the week.

Importantly, Innovation Park goes far beyond its investor-focused offerings. It remains a key destination for AV buyers, integrators, distributors and decision-makers seeking market-ready solutions, emerging technologies and innovative approaches to real-world project challenges.

Investor Forum returns to ISE 2026

Following its inaugural success this year, the Investor Forum will once again bring together innovators and the global investment community, including venture capital, private equity and corporate investors, for networking sessions, market insights and investment opportunities.Held on the first day of ISE 2026, Tuesday 3 February, the Investor Forum will explore the full lifecycle of a company, from early-stage startups to advanced succession planning.

The Investor Forum at ISE 2026 will highlight the progressive advancements within the pro AV sector, providing broad insights for companies at all stages. A wide range of panels will cover investment types, from angel to corporate and M&A collaboration, as well as industry challenges and practical advice for startups. Additional sessions will explore government funding and share experiences from recently funded organisations to support the entire ecosystem, comments Sean Wargo, Conference Chair and Principal of Apogee Insight LLC.

This half-day conference offers a unique platform for networking, learning and discovering the next wave of opportunities in the sector.

Championing innovation, talent and market-ready solutions

Innovation Park is not only a launchpad for emerging companies; it is also a valuable resource for AV buyers seeking early access to the most advanced tools, platforms and solutions entering the market. Throughout the week, attendees will be able to explore ready-to-deploy technologies, meet founders and product specialists, and gain insights into the innovations shaping the future of the industry.As a supporter of emerging talent, ISE was proud to sponsor the AV Start Up of the Year award at this year’s AV Awards. The winner, Turtle AV, an Australian manufacturer specialising in AV-over-IP, has been awarded a complimentary turnkey booth in Innovation Park at ISE 2026, as well as the opportunity to present at the Investor Forum. This will enable Turtle AV to showcase its solutions to more than 85,000 international attendees, including investors, integrators and decision-makers, ensuring visibility across the AV value chain.

Don’t miss your chance to see the future

Registration for ISE 2026 is now open, so secure your place among visionaries, trailblazers and creative minds from all corners of the world. Reserve your spot at the event where tomorrow’s innovations are unveiled, and let’s continue to push beyond what’s possible together.