Future of Audio-Visual Industry Showcased at Prolight + Sound 2024: Exhibiting Innovations, Industry Insights, and Skilled Professionals
Let's Talk Prolight + Sound 2024: A Global Gathering of Creativity and Innovation
The annual prosody of event and entertainment technology, Prolight + Sound, once again lit up Frankfurt am Main from March 19 to 22, 2024, transforming the fairgrounds into a pulsating hub of technological wonders, insightful discussions, and a vibrant mix of young talents and industry veterans. Hosting over 500 exhibitors and attracting 25,000 visitors from 100+ countries, this four-day festivity offered an engaging exploration of the industry's future.
An Eclectic Melange of Inspiration and Innovation
From the grandeur of outdoor stages to the crescendo of live shows, DJ sets, and captivating panel discussions, the Prolight + Sound 2024 was a symphony of themes, showcasing the latest trends and products from the realms of Light, Audio, Stage, Media, and Events. International event professionals and enthusiastic newcomers were drawn to the event's expanded education program, enticed by topics ranging from personnel development to sustainable event design.
A Meeting Point for Thought Leaders and the New Guard
Exhibitors and Brands:
Prolight + Sound transcended its form as a mere platform for technical innovations; it served as a pivotal meeting place for the global event community. Proportionally high in executive representation, the fair demonstrated its relevance as a crucial rendezvous for current and future decision-makers.
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A Learning Ground for Knowledge Transfer and Skill Development
The Prolight + Sound College offered a comprehensive educational program with bilingual seminars and workshops focused on areas such as sustainable event design, AI applications, and immersive systems. With a concentration on the exchange of ideas, the fair emphasized its commitment to fostering the growth and training of the next generation of event professionals.
Exhibiting Nations:
A Panorama of Technological Pioneers
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Product presentations at the fair provided an engaging glimpse into the industry's current and future tech trends, ranging from IP-based networking to immersive and interactive technologies. The significance of sustainability was underscored through the presentation of eco-friendly solutions and a focus on energy efficiency and recyclability.
The Evolution of ProAudio
International Exhibitor Share:
The ProAudio segment underwent an exponential expansion, with the Performance + Production Hub and new additions like the Immersive Audio Dome and the Audio Bar significantly enhancing the offering. These enhancements were met with enthusiasm from the visitors.
over 50%
Awards and Community Nights
The PLS Community Nights and the presentation of esteemed industry awards such as the "Opus – German Stage Award" and the "Sinus – Systems Integration Award" served as a testament to the creative energy and vibrant community spirit within the industry.
Increase in Exhibitors/Brands vs. 2023:
Celebrating Excellence: The Sinus Award 2024 and the Opus Award
over 10%
The Las Vegas Sphere took home the Sinus Award 2024 for its groundbreaking integration of innovative technologies. With its unprecedented 54,000 m2 programmable outer shell and cutting-edge Sphere Immersive Sound System, the Sphere offered visitors a personalized and breathtaking multisensory experience.
Meanwhile, the Opus Award recognized the exceptional creativity of the project "FALLING | IN LOVE". The Opus Award honors outstanding achievements in live entertainment technology, showcasing the industry's remarkable innovative power and creative vitality.
Visitors:
Networking Opportunities and Cultural Exchanges
24,756 (2023: 27,556)
The PLS Community Nights afforded industry professionals the opportunity to network and engage in passionate discussions about the latest trends and technologies in an informal setting. Notable venues included "Friedas Bar & Kitchen" in the Omniturm, the "NEUE KAISER," and "Champions Frankfurt".
A Future full of Anticipation
Top-10 Exhibiting Nations (excl. Germany):
With exceptionally high visitor satisfaction and high hopes for Prolight + Sound 2025, which marks the fair's 30th anniversary, the industry looks optimistically towards the future. Prolight + Sound will continue to serve as a prominent global platform for innovation, education, and networking in the event and entertainment technology industry.
China, Netherlands, Italy, Czech Republic, France, United Kingdom, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, Slovakia
Prolight + Sound 2024 in Numbers
Netherlands, United Kingdom, France, Switzerland, China, Italy, Belgium, Austria, Czech Republic, Poland
- Over 502 exhibitors from 34 countries
- More than 24,756 visitors (a 6% decrease compared to 2023)
- Top-10 exhibiting nations: China, Netherlands, Italy, Czech Republic, France, United Kingdom, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, Slovakia
- Top-10 visitor nations: Netherlands, United Kingdom, France, Switzerland, China, Italy, Belgium, Austria, Czech Republic, Poland
Top-10 Visitor Nations (excl. Germany):
- The Prolight + Sound 2024 demonstrated the convergence of entertainment technology and lifestyle, showcasing immersive audio systems alongside a wealth of sustainable event design solutions, catering to the growing demand for technology-driven yet eco-friendly entertainment.
- The event technology landscape was reimagined at Prolight + Sound 2024, with an emphasis on education through workshops, seminars, and even the ProLight + Sound College, aiming to foster a new generation of event professionals equipped with the knowledge of cutting-edge entertainment technology trends.
