MWC Open Innovation Challenge 2026

2–5 Mar 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

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IAGi

Corporation

iaginnovation.com/London, United Kingdom
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About

We are on a mission to transform aviation, helping test and scale high impact emerging technologies across our Group.

Through the IAGi Accelerator and IAGi Ventures, we scout for and partner with leading entrepreneurs to fund, support and scale solutions with the potential to transform our business.

International Airlines Group (IAG) is one of the world’s largest airline groups with 600+ aircraft carrying more than 122 million customers to 260 destinations across 91 countries each year.

Formed in January 2011, IAG is the parent company of Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, Vueling and LEVEL.

It is a Spanish registered company with shares traded on the London Stock Exchange and Spanish Stock Exchanges. The corporate head office for IAG is in London, UK.

IAG combines leading airlines in the UK, Ireland and Spain, enabling them to enhance their presence in the aviation market while retaining their individual brands and current operations.

The airlines'​ customers benefit from a larger combined network for both passengers and cargo, and a greater ability to invest in new products and services through improved financial robustness.

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TOPIC (chose the main topic that suits you the most)

Connectivity (5G, AI, IOT)Mobility & LogisticsIndustry 4.0 & ConstructionCircular Economy & Sustainability

Market Target

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TECHNOLOGIES

CybersecurityConnectivity and 5GArtificial IntelligenceIOTRoboticsVirtual Reality / Augmented Reality / Mixed RealityDigital twinsCryptographyCyber-physical SystemQuantum technologySensorsWearables

TARGET INDUSTRY

Space sectorAudiovisual and MediaLogistics, Transport and E-commerceICT and Digital TransformationTourism, Culture, Leisure, Sport and CateringEnvironment and resources (water, waste, biodiversity, air&soil pollution)Aeronautics

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IAGi

Marketplace (7)

  • Challenge

    IAGi Accelerator Programme 2026

    We scout for and partner with start-ups to fast-track the testing and implementation of new technologies to solve a business challenge

    • Tourism
    • Robotics
    • VR/AR/MX
    • Connectivity
    • Computer vision
    • Content creation
    • Quantum computing
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Text analysis and tagging
    • Image analysis and tagging
    • Emotion recognition software
    • Proof of concept/pilot testing
    • Cybersecurity/data security/cryptography
    • Investment (Venture capital and corporate venturing)
    • Acceleration/Incubation, mentoring and co-working spaces
    Author

    Innovation Principal at IAGi

    London, United Kingdom

  • Challenge

    Artificial Intelligence

    Artificial intelligence can help our teams uncover new insights, enable better decision-making and enhance productivity.

    • Machine Learning
    • Edge/Cloud computing
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Natural Language Processing
    • Proof of concept/pilot testing
    Author

    Innovation Principal at IAGi

    London, United Kingdom

  • Challenge

    Tech Evolution and Security

    Advances in computing technologies can help revolutionise the way challenges are tackled and help better protect our data and assets.

    • Quantum computing
    • Proof of concept/pilot testing
    • Cybersecurity/data security/cryptography
    Author

    Innovation Principal at IAGi

    London, United Kingdom

  • Challenge

    Connectivity and IoT

    New technologies can enable better monitoring, coordination and management of operations across our bases.

    • IOT
    • Connectivity
    • Wireless Networks
    • Edge/Cloud computing
    • Smart Cities / Smart Building
    • Proof of concept/pilot testing
    Author

    Innovation Principal at IAGi

    London, United Kingdom

  • Challenge

    Experiential Platforms

    Through tailored offers and experiences, we seek to inspire travel, deliver better service, and increase customer satisfaction.

    • Tourism
    • Multimedia
    • Voice / Audio
    • Identity Management
    • Design / User interface / UX
    • Emotion recognition software
    • Smart Cities / Smart Building
    • Proof of concept/pilot testing
    Author

    Innovation Principal at IAGi

    London, United Kingdom

  • Challenge

    Sustainability and Mobility

    New technologies can help us achieve our sustainability goals related to decarbonisation, noise and waste reduction, and social impact.

    • Smart Cities / Smart Building
    • Proof of concept/pilot testing
    Author

    Innovation Principal at IAGi

    London, United Kingdom

  • Challenge

    Automation and Robotics

    From automating ground services equipment to routine tasks, new technologies can help streamline workflows and deliver consistency.

    • Robotics
    • Computer vision
    • Proof of concept/pilot testing
    • Systems Integration & Advanced Manufacturing
    Author

    Innovation Principal at IAGi

    London, United Kingdom