Fira Barcelona Gran Via,
18–20 January 2027
As per the Terms and Conditions of your contract, you and your appointed Stand Contractor must adhere to all rules and regulations as stipulated within the Technical Manual. If any rules and regulations are breached, the Exhibitor will be written to and penalties may apply.
As per the Terms and Conditions of your contract, you and your appointed Stand Contractor must adhere to all rules and regulations as stipulated within the Technical Manual. If any rules and regulations are breached, the Exhibitor will be written to and penalties may apply.
Please refer to this Document for all late working charges.
> When using spraying equipment or pressure vessels, care must be taken of risks from fumes. > Barrier creams and masks must be provided. > The use of lead-based paints and primers is not permitted. > Contractors and Exhibitors should be continually aware of the fire risks associated with paints. > Painters must not work in confined areas unless adequate ventilation is available. > All waste products must be disposed of properly. > Products containing isocyanate or labelled as H332 (harmful) such as Nuvol are banned and not permitted as a building or decorating substance at ICE under any circumstances. Contractors caught using any prohibited products will have it confiscated and be ejected from the halls. Costs for removal will be charged to the contractor.
Prohibition of Two-Part Fillers
The use of two-part fillers (e.g. Novol, P38, and similar products) is strictly prohibited during all construction and build phases of the event.
These products contain hazardous substances that release toxic fumes during mixing and curing, and generate harmful airborne dust when sanded. Exposure can cause respiratory irritation, dizziness, skin sensitisation and other adverse long-term health effects, presenting a risk not only to the user but to others working nearby.
Any two-part filler found on site will be confiscated. Non-compliance may result in a charge being levied and further action taken in line with event regulations. Only water based and non-toxic alternatives may be used.
Approved Alternatives to Two-Part Fillers
Where surface finishing or minor repairs are required during the build period, only single-part, non-toxic and low-VOC products may be used. Acceptable alternatives include, but are not limited to:
All products must be used strictly in line with the manufacturer’s instructions and Safety Data Sheets, with appropriate controls in place to manage dust and maintain adequate ventilation.
The use of any filler, compound or finishing product not listed above must be agreed in advance with the Organiser
Please note painting is not permitted on Sunday (last day of build)
Walling
For ICE 2027, please note that walling regulations will be strictly enforced across all stand designs. All submissions must comply fully with the regulations, and we reserve the right to request amendments where walling exceeds the permitted limits. This applies to all stands, including approved double-decker builds, where the second storey must also comply with the same walling requirements.
Exhibitors located against a venue wall who wish to construct a solid back wall must seek prior approval. Approval will only be considered where the venue wall does not open onto L’Avenida or an outdoor activation space.
For single-storey stands up to 4 metres in height, the existing walling regulations remain in place. Approved double-deck or 6-metre-high stands must incorporate visual breaks up to the 4-metre level, and any walling positioned on open sides must be set back by a minimum of 1 metre.
We strongly advise exhibitors and appointed contractors not to proceed to production until written stand approval has been received. Where designs are submitted late and production begins prior to approval, please be aware that the Organiser still reserves the right to request design amendments, and will not be liable for any costs incurred as a result of changes required after production has commenced.
These regulations are being more rigorously enforced this year in response to both exhibitor and visitor feedback. Visitors consistently identify navigation, crowding, and ease of movement around the show as key challenges, and long expanses of walling contribute directly to these issues. Adhering to the walling regulations is therefore essential to improving the overall visitor experience.
Exhibitors have also shared feedback that previous rules were perceived as unclear, and that a more consistent and evenly applied approach across all stands is preferred. In light of this, it would also be worthwhile informing sales representatives of any exhibitors who were previously granted minor dispensations, to ensure expectations are aligned moving forward.
Dividing and partition walling
Space only sites are not provided with any partition walling. On divided sites (where the stand adjoins neighbouring stands or the Venue), Exhibitors are responsible for erecting their own walls meeting with the following requirements:
Walling on open sides
The break must span 0.5m to 2m in height measured from the building floor. This is only for stands below 4m. For those of 6m high, it is 4m. This ensures a break for both wheelchair users and standing people. Furthermore, a visual break must be 100% transparent. Frosted windows will not be permitted as this contravenes a visual break.
Please note that our appointed suppliers and partners observe the Gregorian Christmas holidays, which are widely celebrated in Spain. As a result, office closures during this period may affect response times and order processing. We kindly ask exhibitors to take these holiday dates into account when planning and submitting requests.
World Gaming - 21st December - 4th January
ESS - 21st December - 4th January
GES - 25th December - 3rd January
K&N - 25th December - 1st January
ServiFira - 25th December - 7th January
Concept - 23rd December - 1st January
regulations