ICE and iGB Affiliate Barcelona have been recognised as global leaders by event industry experts Explori.
The agency, which collaborates with over 7,000 global events and conferences across a broad range of industry sectors, has ranked both ICE and iGB Affiliate Barcelona in the top 5% based on their Net Promoter Scores (NPS). This metric evaluates attendee satisfaction and their likelihood of recommending an event to colleagues and industry peers.
Using the findings of research conducted with attendees in the weeks immediately following the conclusion of the historic editions which were the first to be held in Barcelona, Explori calculated a net advocacy of +67 for ICE, up from the 2024 figure of +50, with iGB Affiliate recording an NPS of +68 compared to its 2024 score of +62
Ben Haley, Senior Research Manager, Explori Media Ltd stated: "The transition of ICE and iGB Affiliate from London to Barcelona has been a big success from an attendee advocacy perspective.
“With the Net Promoter Score improving notably year-on-year from +50 to +67 (ICE) and +62 to +68 (iGB Affiliate) both scores over index against Explori's 36-month rolling tradeshow benchmark for attendee NPS, which sits at +29, and put both ICE Barcelona and iGB Affiliate Barcelona 2025 in the top 5% of events.”
Impressive customer satisfaction ratings were also recorded for both brands with ICE 2025 registering 4.45 out of a maximum of 5 up on the 2024 figure of 4.3. The figure for iGB Affiliate remained constant at 4.46 across both 2024 and 2025.
The research findings have been reflected by the sentiment of major stakeholders including the European Casino Association. Secretary General Hermann Pamminger confirmed: “The European Casino Association (ECA) is delighted to report that ICE 2025 Barcelona surpassed all expectations, showing a new era for this prestigious industry event. We want to congratulate Clarion Gaming for successfully moving the world's biggest gaming shows to their new home in Barcelona.”
He added: “ICE 2025 in Barcelona showcased a masterful approach to event planning, with strategically separated conference facilities on the first floor and cutting-edge conference technology that significantly enhanced the overall experience. Thoughtfully designed common spaces in front of the conference rooms fostered valuable networking opportunities, allowing industry professionals to forge connections and exchange ideas effortlessly. The choice of Barcelona as the host city proved inspiring, with its compact nature and efficient transportation system making it incredibly easy for attendees to navigate between the Fira and other key locations.
“This perfect balance of professional development and cultural exploration added an extra layer of value to the event, making it a truly memorable experience for all involved. By combining state-of-the-art facilities, strategic planning, and the inherent appeal of one of Europe's most vibrant cities, ICE 2025 in Barcelona set a new standard for industry events.”
