Laval Virtual: Exploring the Future of XR Technology

As part of our ongoing efforts to stay at the forefront of innovation, on 10 April 2025, the CODIL team attended Laval Virtual, Europe's leading exhibition and conference dedicated to Extended Reality (XR) technologies. The event showcased the latest immersive solutions, featuring cutting-edge demonstrations, expert-led conferences, and a dedicated CODIL workshop titled “New Business Models for Sustainable Innovation Hubs.” This workshop provided an engaging platform for partners and stakeholders to explore how XR can be integrated into industry, education, and workplace environments.

Keynote speakers included Grégory Duvalet from Clarté, Diego Monteiro from ESIEA, and Madeth May alongside Corentin Coupry from LIUM and the University of Le Mans. They shared valuable insights into practical applications of XR across various sectors, highlighting its potential to revolutionize industry workflows, learning environments, and collaborative workspaces.

Iztok Renčelj, CEO of EDGETECH d.o.o., reflected on the event:

“Laval Virtual was an excellent opportunity to learn about emerging XR trends. The event brought together industry experts from different countries, facilitating valuable knowledge exchange and networking. I look forward to future European projects that enable us to connect and collaborate further.”

Similarly, Teodor Stimec, CEO of OPTICS Trade, shared his experience:

“Laval Virtual 2025 was an excellent platform to explore the latest XR technologies, connect with potential partners, and test equipment that’s often unavailable in our region. The insights gained will support our future growth and innovation strategies.”

Attending Laval Virtual reaffirmed our commitment to integrating next-generation technologies into our projects and exploring new opportunities for sustainable innovation. We are excited to leverage these insights to strengthen our impact within the European innovation ecosystem.