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Piscine Global
2024
LEADING INTERNATIONAL POOL
AND WELLNESS TRADE SHOW
Piscine Global, the leading international
swimming pool and wellness event, took
place in Lyon from 19 to 22 November
2024. This prestigious event, organised
by the GreenTech+ division of GL Events,
brought together over 24,000 visitors, including swimming pool builders, installers,
architects, distributors, designers, as well
as representatives of local government
bodies and private investors.
A pronounced international
character
With over 62% of exhibitors from 32 countries, and almost 42% of visitors from 113
different countries, the trade show once
again confirmed its global leader status.
The show recorded particularly high numbers of visitors from key export markets,
including Australia, Brazil, and the USA.
As regards Europe, there was a significant increase in the number of visitors
from Germany (+8%), Italy (+19%), Spain
(+2%) and Portugal (+33%). The significance of the show for the European market was additionally marked by presenting
the EUSA awards for the best industry
projects.
Focus on innovation and sustainability
The main topics of this year’s event were
innovation and sustainable solutions.
The Pool Innovation Awards programme
presented the newest technologies and
products tackling the challenges faced by
the industry, such as pool renovation and
the design of energy and water efficient
systems. The show also hosted the finals
of the “Best Apprentices in France” competition for professionals in the swimming
pool sector.
Future plans
Thanks to the great success of this year’s event,
organisers have already announced the dates for
the next show. It will be held in Lyon from 17 to 20
November 2026. The objective is to continue developing the sector, introduce new technologies
and encourage international cooperation.
Digitalisation and the Piscine
Connect app
Digitalisation was one of the main elements of this year’s event. The Piscine
Connect app enabled visitors and exhibitors to set up meetings in advance – there
were 555 meetings organised, which is
three times more than at the previous
event. The app also made it possible for
participants to stay connected year-round,
thus affirming its importance for the industry.
Unique experience connecting
business with pleasure
Apart from the business opportunities, the
Piscine Global also functions as a platform
for relaxed socialising and an exchange of
ideas. Visitors and exhibitors highlighted
the positive atmosphere and networking
opportunities, which make this trade show
a must for any shareholder in this sector.
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