A Very Active City

Ten companies selected by Barcelona Activa reflect an explosion of talent that reaffirms its leadership and innovative approach

Barcelona Activa, the city's local economic development agency, is heading into the future at the Smart City Expo World Congress 2024 with a selection of innovative companies from the city. These firms showcase the technological potential and innovation capacity of the Catalan capital, providing solutions that reinforce sustainability, security, and efficiency in urban environments.

1. Wavecontrol: Focused on designing and developing instruments to measure and evaluate human exposure to Electromagnetic Fields (EMF). Their presence at the expo highlights their established track record and the applicability of their solutions in key sectors for Smart Cities, such as energy and telecommunications.
2. Sensotran: Specializing in the manufacturing of systems for detecting harmful gases, Sensotran contributes to the safety of industrial and urban areas. Their advanced detection technology, combined with AI and deep learning for improved data analysis, exemplifies how smart solutions can enhance safety.
3. Foot Analytics: A tech company based at the Barcelona Technology Park, Foot Analytics optimizes workspaces to reduce costs and improve sustainability. Their SaaS platform provides detailed analysis of building activity, fostering energy efficiency and smart resource management.
4. Draco Systems: An integrated electronic services provider combining engineering and manufacturing. Their focus on sectors like transportation and healthcare, along with their international outlook and commitment to local electronic component production, underscores their contribution to innovation and industrial development in Catalonia.
5. Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC): A leader in the research and development of big data projects and simulation applied to smart cities. BSC drives initiatives like Urban Data, which improves urban management, and studies the impact of climate change and air quality, demonstrating their commitment to sustainability and public health.

6. SmartDataSystem: Developer of the eponymous cloud platform that facilitates energy management and the creation of energy communities. Their dynamic, adaptive approach helps optimize the energy transition, contributing to economic savings and efficiency in infrastructure.
7. Sotavia: Offers an automated service to detect and alert about defects in urban pavements. This innovative solution enables efficient maintenance planning, optimizing resources and improving public urban infrastructure management.
8. Coloma+Armengol: Experts in construction and rehabilitation projects, the company stands out for its application of the BIM model and Digital Twin technology. This technology enables efficient and sustainable building management, in line with the goals of smart cities.
9. Biel Glasses: Develops smart glasses that improve the mobility of people with low vision, a condition affecting millions worldwide. Using AI and 3D vision, Biel Smartgaze glasses detect obstacles and adjust the visual reality, increasing autonomy and quality of life.
10. Tannus: Known for its puncture-proof bicycle technology, a crucial element for sustainable mobility in cities. Their innovation enhances the safety of cyclists and pedestrians, aligning with the goals of safe and eco-friendly transportation.

These companies, with their innovative approaches and applied solutions, demonstrate why Barcelona is a hub of technology and a model for the development of smart cities.