The curtain has come down on the 9th edition of the Rencontres Business Hydro, held on 8 and 9 October 2024 at Alpexpo, Grenoble. This flagship event, focusing on modernisation and innovation in hydropower, attracted 2,200 participants (up 30% on the previous year) and hosted 175 stands, an increase of 20% on 2023.
An edition full of new features: three themed Villages
This year, Business Hydro innovated with three new themed areas to enhance visitors’ experience and create unique exchanges:
- Order Givers Village: This area enabled exhibitors and major order givers to meet directly during speed-meeting sessions.
- Innovation Village: Some twenty start-ups presented innovative solutions, with pitch sessions that captivated visitors.
- Jobs Village: More than 200 students, notably from INP-Ense3, took part in round-table discussions and networking sessions to explore the many opportunities in the hydroelectric sector.
The event was also marked by the presentation of the Hydro Innovation Trophies, with a special mention for VRTICE Ingénierie Red Fox, awarded by an enthusiastic panel of judges.
Towards the 10th edition in 2025! Business Hydro will be holding its 10th edition on 14 and 15 October 2025, still in Grenoble (Alpexpo). This year’s event will mark the end of the Centenary of the International Exhibition of White Coal and Tourism, with even more international and innovative ambitions.
A big THANK YOU to all the exhibitors, sponsors, partners and participants who have contributed to this exceptional event. Onwards to 2025!