Prolight + Sound will once again set standards as a trade fair for event technology in 2025. The upcoming event is all about innovation and sustainability, which is likely to strongly characterise expectations for the industry in the coming years. Three main themes – ProGreen, MultiTech and FutureScapes – not only reflect current industry trends, but also provide the event industry with valuable impetus for mastering future challenges and shaping the future of event technology.
ProGreen: Impetus for a more sustainable event industry
With the ProGreen focus, Prolight + Sound 2025 is placing an emphasis on sustainability and the environmentally friendly orientation of events. This is not just about green technologies, but about a holistic rethink in the planning and realisation of events. Sustainability is no longer just a trendy topic for the event industry, but has long since become a central necessity. In view of the increasing pressure from legal requirements, rising costs for resources and the public’s growing environmental awareness, the concept of sustainability is becoming more and more of a focus. Prolight + Sound picks up on this and offers a platform to provide information on innovative solutions for conserving resources and energy-efficient technologies. From recyclable materials to CO₂-neutral event concepts, sustainable measures will be presented and discussed.
Green technologies and their importance for the event industry
Environmentally friendly technology solutions such as energy-efficient lighting and sound technology, recyclable stage elements and sustainable packaging are only part of the story. New materials and recycling strategies not only help to save resources, but also to reduce waste and improve the carbon footprint. There are also sustainable developments in the area of lighting and effects, such as energy-efficient LED technologies that promise lower energy consumption and a longer service life.
Exchange of knowledge and experience for a green rethink
In addition to presenting the latest sustainable products and technologies, the trade fair offers a platform for the exchange of knowledge and experience, where experts and pioneers in the industry report on challenges and successes on their way to a more sustainable event industry. This could prove valuable in practice by providing organisers, technicians and designers with practical tips for environmentally friendly event planning.
MultiTech: Flexible and smart
Efficiency, flexibility and the compatibility of sustainability and performance are the guiding principles of the second thematic focus MultiTech. The demand for flexible, modular solutions and smart technologies is higher than ever before. In the event industry, which is known for its fast-moving nature, these characteristics enable a high degree of adaptability to changing requirements and optimal utilisation of available resources.Modular and smart technologies for event planning
MultiTech includes various smart and flexible technologies that help to make events more efficient and adaptable. Modular components make it easier for organisers to scale their events and better adapt them to individual needs. Flexible, multifunctional devices are particularly popular as they cover a wide range of applications and save labour and resources through automated processes.
The role of digitalisation and automation
Digital tools and automation also play a key role in making the event industry more flexible. Especially in the area of event logistics and organisation, digital tools help to simplify processes and minimise sources of error. By using AI-supported technologies, for example, the stage can be dynamically adapted to the acoustics, while sensors adjust the light intensity and effects to the event in real time. The integration of these technologies makes it possible to increase the quality of events, while at the same time making planning more flexible and efficient.
MultiTech as a driver for sustainable and flexible event formats
The future of event technology relies on smart, networked and sustainable solutions that enable organisers to react flexibly to changes and still offer a first-class event experience. MultiTech therefore not only offers opportunities for more efficient event planning, but also for greater sustainability and stronger integration of innovative technologies in the event industry.
FutureScapes: worlds of experience between immersion and AI
With FutureScapes, Prolight + Sound 2025 opens the doors to new worlds of experience in which immersive technologies and artificial intelligence redefine the entertainment experience. More and more visitors expect a multi-sensory event experience that is enhanced by the use of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) and AI. FutureScapes summarises the possibilities of these technologies and shows how the event industry is on its way to transcending conventional boundaries and creating completely new worlds of experience.
Immersive technologies for a new event experience
Augmented reality and virtual reality enable organisers to add a new dimension to events. By using VR, visitors can immerse themselves in virtual worlds and enjoy interactive experiences that go far beyond what would be possible in the physical world. AR technologies, on the other hand, extend the real world and open up new possibilities for product presentations, visual effects and interactive applications that intensify the event experience.
Artificial intelligence and personalisation
AI is playing an increasingly important role in the event industry, especially in the area of personalisation and interaction. AI-supported systems enable event visitors to enjoy an individualised experience that is tailored to their interests and needs. AI-based personalisation and recommendation systems could, for example, enable visitors to experience personalised content, customised sound and lighting effects or product presentations tailored specifically to them.
The future of immersive experiences
immersive technology will undoubtedly revolutionise the way we experience events. FutureScapes presents not only the technical possibilities, but also the practical applications and the impact on the event industry. The combination of immersion, interactivity and AI not only creates new, unique experiences, but also a deeper connection between event and audience.
A trade fair characterised by the future
Prolight + Sound 2025 is all about sustainability, flexibility and immersion and will thus lead the event industry into a new era. ProGreen, MultiTech and FutureScapes represent three core aspects that will characterise the event industry in the coming years. Prolight + Sound offers a platform for discussions, knowledge exchange and the presentation of new technologies that have the potential to change the industry in the long term. Visitors and industry professionals can look forward to a variety of presentations, workshops and networking opportunities that will provide them with valuable insights into the latest developments and trends.
With this focus on green, smart and immersive technologies, Prolight + Sound 2025 is the ideal meeting place for anyone who wants to actively shape change in the event industry and be a part of this exciting future.