Join GSMA Foundry at MWC Barcelona 2026

GSMA Pavilion
At MWC26 Barcelona, the GSMA Pavilion will be a buzz of innovative technology. Join us to see how GSMA Foundry members are transforming ….
NEW for MWC26: New Frontiers Zone – Hall 6
ESA and GSMA Foundry NTN Showcase
The European Space Agency (ESA) and GSMA Foundry are excited to be exhibiting within the New Frontiers zone to showcase the innovative technologies that are shaping and integrating satellite and terrestrial networks.

CircuitX
CircuitX is the groundbreaking three-year initiative designed to champion mobile technology across motorsports and transform the circuit experience with connectivity and will feature leading partners showcasing advanced technology and connectivity solutions on the CircuitX booth in Hall 6 during MWC26 Barcelona.

GSMA Summits Stage: Satellite & NTN Summit

ESA sponsors the Satellite & NTN Summit – Wed 4 March
Attend the Summit to hear more about how the satellite-enabled market targets 500-600m people who are out of coverage (7% of global population), a further 300m who are on the edge of coverage, and 2-3 billion IoT devices.
Awards

GSMA Foundry Excellence Awards
Celebrating its fifth year, the 2026 Excellence Awards recognise innovative mobile and digital projects completed in 2025 across themes that include AI, connectivity, and security. Winners will be announced and trophies presented during MWC Barcelona 2026.

4YFN 2026 Awards
The 4YFN Awards is a global startup competition aimed at finding the best digital startups around the globe. It is the highest official recognition offered exclusively to startups during MWC Barcelona 2026.

MWCapital 2026 Awards
The MWCapital Awards recognise the best innovative projects in responsible digital transition that contribute to the United Nations 2030 Agenda SDGs and the generation of a positive impact. Applications close 18 March 2026.
Further information about GSMA Foundry
GSMA Foundry is the Home of Mobile Innovation. We’re the go-to hub for cross-industry collaboration and business development, where GSMA members rapidly develop real-world solutions, nurture new ideas, and scale proven solutions globally to shape our digital future.
GSMA Foundry utilises the global power and reach of the GSMA to convene, engage and unify the end-to-end connectivity ecosystem. Click below to find out more about the latest projects.
You can also email us: foundry@gsma.com