Delivering the full AVL infrastructure for the Portugal Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka was more than a technical task for ON, the company responsible for the pavilion’s complete AV integration and daily operation. It became a complex, high-stakes undertaking that tested the team’s creativity, adaptability, and resilience at every level.
From the outset, the project posed logistical and cultural challenges. Equipment had to be procured brand-new in Portugal, tested and palletized for international shipment, and imported to Japan under tight deadlines and strict customs protocols. Weather conditions on-site were harsh, with freezing temperatures, constant rain, and strong winds disrupting the early construction phases and requiring frequent adjustments to schedules and installation methods.
The multilingual and multicultural nature of the team added another layer of complexity. Daily coordination involved Portuguese, Japanese, Italian, and Brazilian professionals working side by side. Meetings were held in multiple languages, with simultaneous translation and real-time decision-making often needed to align all disciplines—from scenography and civil construction to AV integration.
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Inside The AVL Backbone Of Portugal’s Pavilion At Expo2025Osaka
From the outset, the project posed logistical and cultural challenges.
Live Design/AICEP
01st Jul 2025
