Laval Virtual

Founded in 1999, Laval Virtual is an international conference and exhibition that highlights the best innovations in immersive technology. Held annually in Laval, France, the event gathers researchers, companies, and creators to showcase advancements in virtual and augmented reality.

Laval Virtual includes professional conferences, an exhibition floor, and the ReVolution competition, which awards emerging XR projects from startups and universities. It is recognized for combining scientific research with practical enterprise use cases, positioning itself as a European hub for immersive technology development.

Notable Highlights & Achievements:

• Oldest continuously running XR-focused trade show in Europe

• Hosts over 6,000 professionals and 200 exhibitors annually

• Features the Laval Virtual Awards and ReVolution competition

• Collaboration with research institutions and innovation centers

Specialization Areas:

• VR and AR for enterprise and research

• Simulation, training, and industrial design

• Academic and creative project showcases

• European XR innovation ecosystem

• Networking and partnership programs

Industry Impact:

• Established Europe as a major center for XR research and enterprise adoption

• Supported early-stage projects that evolved into commercial products

• Built long-term bridges between academia and industry

• Fostered international recognition of European XR excellence

Technologies & Platforms:

Unity, Unreal Engine, OpenXR, ARKit, ARCore, simulation hardware, and immersive display systems.

Laval Virtual remains one of the most influential XR trade shows in the world, driving collaboration between research, enterprise, and creative innovation.