Laval Virtual consistently ranks among the premier gatherings in the global XR and immersive technology ecosystem. For organizations tracking the evolution of spatial computing, the event serves as a vital barometer for real-world deployment.
At this year's conference, Volum Technologies partnered with the i2CAT Research Centre to represent the PRESENCE-xr EU Project on the exhibition floor, bringing advanced volumetric telepresence directly to attendees.
The live demonstration
The core attraction of the exhibition stand was a live, real-time volumetric demonstration connecting Laval and Barcelona.
Powered by Volum's proprietary capture and streaming architecture, remote participants appeared on-site in true 1:1 scale — complete with natural eye contact, real-time micro-expressions, and fluid conversational flow.
Driving industry collaboration and insights
Beyond the live demonstrations, the event provided a platform for international research and industry exchange:
- Ecosystem networking — Reconnecting with European XR pioneers, researchers, and policymakers working within the PRESENCE-xr framework.
- Technology discovery — Evaluating emerging hardware integrations and software toolkits across the spatial computing landscape.
- Enterprise dialogue — Facilitating technical discussions on the future of volumetric video compression, low-latency transmission pipelines, and real-time collaborative workflows.
Initiatives like the PRESENCE-xr project highlight how advanced telepresence continues to transition from laboratory research into production-ready deployments.
Volum Technologies extends its gratitude to the conference organizers, partners at i2CAT, and all industry professionals who engaged with the live demonstrations.