Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2025 has officially wrapped up in Barcelona, marking its most successful exhibition to date. This year’s event set new benchmarks in attendance, exhibitor participation, and technological advancements, reaffirming its status as the premier gathering for professionals in the Unified Communications (UC) Audiovisual (AV) and systems integration industries. With an impressive 85,351 unique visitors from 168 countries and a record-breaking 1,605 exhibitors spread across 92,000 m², ISE 2025 exceeded all expectations.
A Hub for Innovation, Networking, and Learning
ISE 2025 was more than just a trade show—it was a melting pot of innovation, collaboration, and education. The theme of this year’s event, “Connection Restored,” underscored the importance of in-person interaction and the resurgence of the AV and technology sectors. The exhibition halls buzzed with excitement as attendees explored cutting-edge advancements in AV technology, smart workplace solutions, AI-powered systems, and immersive digital experiences.
Beyond the exhibition floor, the event offered a rich content programme, featuring panel discussions, keynote speeches, and industry summits that tackled major trends such as artificial intelligence, sustainability, and the future of hybrid workspaces.
UC Advanced’s Experience at ISE 2025
The UC Advanced Team were fortunate enough to attend ISE 2025, taking full advantage of the opportunity to explore the latest industry trends, hear from key thought leaders, and, most importantly, connect with existing partners and brands. The event served as an invaluable platform for meeting leading manufacturers, distributors, and technology providers to gain first-hand insight into the innovations set to shape the unified communications space in the coming year.
As we navigated the event, we were particularly impressed by some of the standout brands that showcased cutting-edge solutions within the UC market. These companies demonstrated a clear vision for the future of communication, unveiling groundbreaking innovations designed to enhance collaboration, connectivity, and user experience. Here are some of our highlights:
Jabra: Elevating Small Meeting Room Collaboration
One of the standout innovations at ISE 2025 came from Jabra who introduced the PanaCast 40 VBS, the only Android-powered video bar designed specifically for small meeting rooms. With an impressive 180° field-of-view, this new solution ensures complete room coverage, allowing all participants to be seen clearly.
The PanaCast 40 VBS boasts advanced audio performance, featuring six beamforming microphones and a high-quality speaker to deliver exceptional voice pickup and clarity. This makes it an ideal choice for seamless collaboration in compact spaces. The device is designed for quick setup and easy deployment, with an intuitive installation process that enables first-time users to get up and running effortlessly.
Additionally, the PanaCast 40 VBS supports flexible deployment options, including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and BYOD configurations. Managed seamlessly through Jabra+ software and backed by Jabra Warranty+ services, this future-proof investment is set to transform video collaboration in small meeting spaces worldwide.
Shure: Enhancing Meeting Room Audio with IntelliMix and MXW neXt
Shure made a major impact at ISE 2025 with a series of groundbreaking announcements designed to improve meeting room audio. The introduction of IntelliMix™ Room Kits for Microsoft Teams Rooms was a highlight, offering a complete, easy-to-deploy solution that ensures crystal-clear communication in small to large meeting spaces.
Further expanding its Microflex Ecosystem, Shure introduced a new lineup of passive loudspeakers and a networked conferencing amplifier, ensuring premium audio quality and seamless integration across meeting spaces. With these innovations, Shure continues to set the standard for high-performance, hassle-free AV solutions.
Philips: Expanding Outdoor Display Innovation
Philips Professional Displays (PPDS) made a significant impact at ISE 2025 with the launch of its new Philips Urban LED 5000, 6000, and 7000 Series, expanding its outdoor dvLED range. Designed for stadiums, transportation hubs, and public venues, these ultra-high-brightness displays bring unparalleled durability and visual performance to the digital out-of-home (DooH) market.
PPDS showcased its ongoing partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing, reinforcing its role as a leading supplier of high-performance display solutions. This latest collaboration, along with their latest innovation releases, cements PPDS’s commitment to delivering complete, versatile display solutions for both indoor and outdoor environments, ensuring businesses can create stunning digital experiences with a single, trusted provider.
Neat: Introducing BYOD Innovation with Neat Select
Neat made a strong impression at ISE 2025 with the introduction of Neat Select, a new BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) solution available for Neat Bar and Neat Bar 2. This innovation enables businesses to use their preferred video collaboration platform, providing greater flexibility and accessibility for modern work environments.
With Neat Select, Neat Bar and Neat Bar 2 can now be deployed as BYOD devices, allowing users to connect via HDMI and USB-C for a seamless experience. Additionally, Neat Select integrates with Neat Pulse, the company’s centralised management and support platform, offering IT teams greater visibility, remote control, and real-time utilisation data for improved deployment oversight.
Designed for small to medium meeting spaces, Neat Bar and Neat Bar 2 deliver exceptional audio and video quality. Neat Select extends Neat’s signature features – including Neat Symmetry, Neat Boundary, and Neat Audio – to any video platform, ensuring a consistent and high-quality meeting experience.
With its commitment to simplifying video collaboration and enhancing interoperability, Neat continues to drive innovation in the AV industry, offering adaptable solutions for today’s hybrid workforce.
A Spectacular Conclusion
ISE 2025 was nothing short of an explosion of lights, sound, and cutting-edge technology—a true sensory experience that left attendees in awe. For anyone in the AV or UC industries, this event was an absolute must, packed with groundbreaking innovations and industry-defining moments. As we reflect on this incredible event, we are already looking ahead—ISE 2026 is officially pencilled into our calendar, and we can’t wait to be back for another thrilling showcase of the future of technology!
