Take a glimpse into the future of business events
That’s exactly the mindset behind BE.Future, an initiative co-funded by the EU, aiming to future-proof the business events sector. The goal? To turn MICE tourism into a regenerative, resilient, and downright responsible industry, powered by innovation, technology, and a healthy dose of imagination.
As part of this journey, BE.Future launched a call for bold ideas. And let’s just say: the creative sparks flew. Among the standout submissions? A brilliant lineup of forward-thinking solutions from Flemish innovators, all ready to shape the way we plan, experience, and remember events.
From AI matchmakers to composting toilets that are way cooler than they sound — these Flemish projects show how local genius can drive global change.
Initiatives about circular solutions and green logistics
When nature calls
Say goodbye to stinky chemical loos. These high-end compost toilets turn human waste into biogas and soil food. No fresh water needed, no green guilt. Ideal for events that want to go from dirty business to clean conscience.
Better stands by NZCE
Disposable exhibition stands? So last season. This initiative replaces single-use booths with chic, reusable alternatives. Less waste, lower CO2, and no more heartbreak when that beautiful booth ends up in a landfill.
EAS Robotics: HelioSail
Solar power that sets up faster than a festival stage. HelioSail is a plug-and-play system turning rooftops and event zones into green power stations. Clean energy without the hassle or the diesel fumes.
VO Communication: sustainable suppliers database
Tired of chasing green claims? This database makes it easy to find truly sustainable suppliers. Standardized data, zero greenwashing, full transparency. Saving the planet, one purchase order at a time.
Globsus
Not sure how to start your sustainability plan? Globsus gives event pros a user-friendly toolbox filled with real, doable green actions. Build reports, get inspired, and make ESG less OMG.
Smart tech for smarter events
Exhibitly
Exhibitly is your AI concierge, turning chaotic pages into personalized recommendations. You find what you love. Exhibitors find their audience. The planet thanks you for wasting less paper and patience.
Eventronics: event gateway
Hybrid events shouldn’t feel like watching through a keyhole. Event Gateway blends in-person and remote seamlessly. One QR code, one platform, zero frustration. Everyone’s invited, no plane ticket required.
Sentigrate: Sentivent
Sentivent uses Bluetooth, NFC and AI to match you with people nearby who actually matter to you. Less awkward small talk, more meaningful connections and smarter crowd flow for organizers.
Rookoo: AI event companion
This AI helps exhibitors, organizers, and visitors make the most of their time. Real-time info, smart engagement tools, and yes, data that fuels smarter, greener events.
Relivo
Who said events can’t feel personal? Relivo crafts tailored invites, content, and thank-yous with AI magic. It’s like having a marketing team in your pocket: saving time, boosting ROI, and avoiding those mass-email eye rolls.
Eventronics seamlessly blends in-person and remote
Inclusion & accessibility
EMVI.AI
Art should be heard, too. EMVI.AI helps blind and visually impaired visitors enjoy museum exhibits via real-time audio descriptions.
Conrad Consulting: bone conduction headsets
No more clunky headphones or safety hazards. These open-ear headsets let you hear the session and the world around you. Ideal for city tours, breakout rooms, or wherever safety and sound matter.
Matchmaking & Community Building
Nascent
Nascent uses science and soft skills to match entrepreneurs with their ideal co-founders or collaborators. It’s dating app precision for event connections, with long-term impact.
Eventication
The exhibition sector’s data is a mess. Eventication wants to clean it up, connect it, and unleash its potential for innovation, resilience, and collaboration. Less data drama, more sector smarts.
Planning & production
Event Information Modelling (EIM)
What BIM did for buildings, EIM does for events: digital twins, real-time collaboration, and zero surprises during setup. Better planning = less waste = greener events. It’s like having X-ray vision for logistics.
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