Jean-François Chapperon, representing Team Nice Côte d’Azur, will attend Mobile World Congress 2026 from 3 to 5 March in Barcelona. His mission is to promote the attractiveness of the Nice Côte d’Azur region to international companies and investors in the telecommunications and digital infrastructure sectors.
Team Nice Côte d’Azur on a mission to enhance regional attractiveness
Mobile World Congress is recognized as the world’s leading event for telecommunications, digital infrastructure, and connectivity. Jean-François Chapperon will use the 2026 edition as an opportunity to showcase the expertise of the Nice Côte d’Azur region in information and communication technologies.
Team Nice Côte d’Azur’s participation is designed to attract strategic projects and support companies seeking to establish operations in the region by connecting them with the local ecosystem. This free and confidential support is part of a long-term strategy to strengthen Nice Côte d’Azur’s position as a hub for digital innovation in Europe.
Meet Jean-François Chapperon on site
Jean-François Chapperon will be available from 3 to 5 March to engage with companies and investors interested in the Nice Côte d’Azur technology ecosystem. Please feel free to contact him to arrange a meeting and explore opportunities for investment and collaboration in the region.
📩 Contact: Jean-François Chapperon → LinkedIn
📍 Mobile World Congress 2026 – Barcelona
📅 3–5 March 2026
📍 Pavillon France – Business France – Hall 5, Stands 5B41 and 5B61
A region driving digital transformation
With its advanced infrastructure, its AI excellence network supported by 3IA Côte d’Azur, and its entrepreneurial momentum, Nice Côte d’Azur continues to demonstrate strong appeal for digital industry stakeholders. Université Côte d’Azur’s IMREDD develops integrated solutions for smart territory management, cybersecurity, and energy transition.
Five regional companies will exhibit at the Pavillon France alongside Pôle Aktantis, with support from Business France and Région Sud. Firecell, a Nice-based startup specializing in open-source private 4G and 5G network solutions, recently merged with Accelleran. Exhibiting alongside Firecell are iQsim (mobile routers and virtual SIM cards), Smartcom (digital solutions for telecom operators and retail), Spectronite (wireless transmission for 5G networks), and SynapSIM (connectivity solutions). This collective presence highlights the expertise and innovation of local players in telecommunications and digital infrastructure.
