SIMA 2026 will consolidate Madrid as the epicenter of global living investment

 

From May 20 to 23, 2026, IFEMA Madrid It will become the global epicenter of investment in the sector living with the celebration of SIMA 2026, Under the motto "The Global Hub of Living"The event will bring together international leaders to anticipate trends, forge strategic connections, and explore business opportunities in a constantly evolving market.

 

SIMA seeks to position España and Madrid as benchmark platforms for global residential investment. The event will address the diversity of property types living, the sophistication of investment processes, regulatory challenges, and the social, environmental, and technological changes that define the sector.

 

SIMA 2025: A Precedent of Global Impact

 

The previous edition, SIMA 2025It established a solid precedent for the scope and relevance of the event, attracting a qualified audience and generating a significant volume of activity. This data underscores the event's ability to bring together strategic market players.

 

Category	SIMA 2025 Key Figure
Countries represented	35
Particiapant enterprises	5.000
Networking events	+ 4.000
Exhibitors and partners	350
Investors and professionals	8.500
Presentations and discussions	70
Visitors	+ 21.000
Speakers	+ 200

 

The profile of the 2025 attendees reflected the B2B focus of SIMAwith 49% of participants being senior management and business directors, 28% having sales and marketing profiles, and 23% being finance and technical professionals. The value chain of living It was widely represented, including developers, funds, asset managers, public administrations, consultancies, financiers and companies Proptech.

 

The Global Living Ecosystem at SIMA 2026

 

SIMA 2026 It will bring together companies, investors, operators, and governments from multiple regions, fostering an international environment that drives new investment and development opportunities. Participating countries come from:

 

• Europa: España, Polonia, Francia, Italia, Alemania, Austria, Bélgica, Lituania, Reino Unido, República Checa, Chipre, Dinamarca, Hungría, Irlanda, Noruega, Países Bajos, Portugal, Serbia, Rumanía, Suiza, Suecia.
• Latinoamérica: México, Colombia, Costa Rica, República Dominicana, Argentina, Panamá.
• Norteamérica: Estados Unidos, Canadá.
• África: Marruecos.
• Asia: Emiratos Árabes Unidos, Filipinas, Japón, Indonesia, Israel.
• Oceanía: Australia.

 

Strategic Opportunities for Key Players

 

SIMA It is designed to maximize impact and opportunities for its main participants:

 

Spanish and international promoters

The event offers visibility to investors, buyers, and partners potential, as well as access to local distribution channels and positioning as leaders in residential, flex living and sustainability.

 

Public Administrations

Given the housing shortage, SIMA It connects administrations with the necessary capital to drive real solutions, promoting urban development projects and positioning them as attractive destinations for investment.

 

Investors

 

Direct access to projects, developers, landowners, and strategic partners. The forum allows you to explore investment opportunities across diverse segments and geographies, and participate in exclusive forums on capital, trends, and strategies.

 

High-Value Content: The International Living Conference

 

One of the pillars of SIMA 2026 It is their conference program, with special emphasis on topics crucial to the future of the sector:

 

• AFFORDABLE HOUSING & PRIVATE INVESTMENT: Debate on the role of private and institutional capital in promoting affordable housing, analyzing the best-performing policies and their impact on private participation.
• LIVING INVESTORS DAY: Global investment forum where the type of capital arriving and which segments of the market will be analyzed. living and the strategic vision of the sector.
• ASSET CLASSES INSIGHTS: Detailed analysis of supply, demand and investment by asset type, including Built to Sell, Built to Rent, Second Homes, Student Housing, Co-Living, Senior Living, Healthcare, Short Term Rentals, Viviendas de lujo y Branded Residences.
• TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION: Overview of the main players to take advantage of technological change throughout the real estate cycle, from investment to smart asset operation.
• GLOBAL LIVING MARKETS: Dynamics and opportunities in the global residential market, with an international strategic vision, emerging trends and opportunities in key countries and geographies.

 

Networking and Innovation Spaces

 

SIMA It is structured into various spaces adapted to the needs of each professional profile:

• SIMA EXPO: For residential projects and specialized services seeking to connect with buyers and investors.
• SIMA TECH: The new space of technology applied to the real estate cycle, from investment analysis to transaction and intelligent asset operation.
• SIMA INVEST: A global investment forum in the sector living, bringing together key national and international stakeholders.
• SIMAPRO: A space premium designed to create high-value professional relationships and facilitate the exchange of ideas, collaboration, and business.

 

In addition, the program includes social and other activities. networking high-level, such as Cena Institucional, Living Investors Day Cocktail and Premios ASPRIMA-SIMA, which enhance the connection between professionals.

 

The Voice of the Organizers

The organizers of SIMA 2026 They emphasize the strategic importance of the event. According to Eva Oliva, Executive Director of SIMA EXPO e SIMA INVEST, and Enrique Martín, Executive Director of SIMAPRO y SIMA TECHThe event is "the epicenter of innovation, sustainability and global collaboration in the residential sector and the flex livingThey add that "participating in SIMA It also means being an active part of the transformation of a sector that is fundamental for its contribution to sustainability, job creation and the improvement of the quality of life in cities."

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about global investment in Living

 

What is the "living" sector and why is it relevant for investment?

The sector living It encompasses various types of housing and residential spaces (such as Built to Rent, Co-Living, Student Housing, Senior Livingetc.) that respond to new social needs. It is relevant for investment due to its growing demand, its ability to adapt to demographic and technological changes, and its resilience compared to other real estate assets, offering opportunities for diversification and long-term profitability.

 

How does SIMA facilitate international investment in the living sector?

SIMA It acts as a "global hub" by bringing together in Madrid It serves developers, institutional investors, funds, public administrations, and operators from over 35 countries. It offers a structured environment for the networkingIt presents investment projects and organizes conferences with market and trend analysis, facilitating the connection between capital and development opportunities in various geographies.

 

What role does technology play in the future of living investment?

Technology is a key driver of transformation in investment livingOptimizing everything from project feasibility analysis to intelligent asset management. Spaces such as SIMA TECH demonstrate how the solutions Proptech They improve operational efficiency, user experience, and the sustainability of developments, attracting investors who seek innovation and added value in their portfolios.