The 2024 Piscine Global International Pool & Spa Equipment Exhibition was successfully held from November 19 to 22 at Lyon Eurexpo! It attracted over 24,000 professionals from the global pool and wellness industry. Along with record-breaking attendance, the WAPSA (World Alliance of Pool & Spa Associations) conference and exhibition activities, plus numerous international visitors from Australia, Brazil, the U.S. and other major export markets, reaffirmed its position as the global benchmark exhibition for the pool equipment industry.
More than 62% of exhibitors came from 32 countries outside France, including about 70 Chinese exhibitors. The proportion of international visitors rose from 35% in 2022 to 42% in 2024, coming from 113 countries. This appeal makes Piscine Global one of France's most international trade exhibitions. This growth also demonstrates the exhibition's ability to respond to market demands and provide innovative, sustainable solutions.
Commitment in Europe
Piscine Global strongly supports the European pool industry, with over 73% of exhibitors coming from Europe. Visitor numbers from European countries also increased, notably Germany (+8%), Spain (+2%), Italy (+19%), Portugal (+33%), UK (+5%) and Sweden (+10%). The EUSA Awards (European Pool Association Awards) were again a highlight of the exhibition, recognizing Europe's best pool projects.
In the French market, Piscine Global serves as a catalyst for industry innovation. As an ideal platform for innovative products and new launches, the Pool Innovation Awards during the 2024 exhibition showcased the industry's most groundbreaking solutions.
"Attending this year's Piscine Global made us realize this is a key exhibition for the European market. Compared to the last edition, we felt a genuine post-pandemic recovery atmosphere. Companies have significantly increased investments, firmly focusing on innovation and new solutions, showing enthusiasm for the industry's future. The expanded exhibition space made participation more effective - from the first day, we established connections with numerous high-quality clients, opening doors to new business opportunities."
— Valerio Borsato, Sales Manager, Barchemicals
High-quality Visitors Seeking Innovation
This edition of Piscine Global attracted up to 24,000 professional visitors, with its screening system ensuring all participants' professional standards, including pool manufacturers, installers, distributors, architects and project managers.Meanwhile, the exhibition also attracted more local government officials and private real estate professionals, with this category increasing by 137% compared to 2022.
This year's exhibition focused on innovation, industry trends and sustainable solutions, committed to envisioning the pools of the future. Visitors were particularly interested in addressing current challenges like renovating private/public pools and designing more sustainable and efficient pools. Thus Piscine Global has become a key platform for sourcing innovative products, discussing major industry transformations and addressing future challenges.
Digital Transformation: Piscine Connect App
Digital transformation was another highlight: 80% of visitors and 95% of exhibitors used the Piscine Connect app.
The app offered key functions: scheduling meetings (555 meetings organized, triple 2022's number); accessing industry communities onsite; and preparing for pre/post-show experiences. As a bridge between exhibitions, the app confirmed its central role in the industry's business system and relationship building.
"The 2024 edition again proved Piscine Global is our industry's premier event. Visitors were more qualified, interested and truly international - our booth saw heavy traffic. The high-quality organization created an environment conducive to discussions and business opportunities. Discussions on hot topics like ecology provided valuable perspectives to better face future challenges. This is an unmissable event driving industry innovation and connecting the future."
— Elise Casanova, Marketing Manager, Walter Piscine
Organized by GL events' GreenTech+ division, Piscine Global is the iconic international trade exhibition for the pool and wellness sector, held in partnership with the French Pool and Spa Professionals Association (FPP). It attracts industry leaders, experts and innovators worldwide to explore the latest trends, products and cutting-edge technologies. Piscine Global is committed to promoting sustainability and supporting initiatives to improve the pool and wellness industry.