Utrecht - The Dutch manufacturing industry is buzzing with innovation. To make this renewal power visible, FPT - Federatie Productietechnologie invites companies and development teams to submit their innovation for the TechniShow Innovation Award 2026. The award is presented biennially during the TechniShow and provides a podium for technologies and solutions that contribute to the future of manufacturing.
The TechniShow Innovation Award is for concrete, applicable innovations within the manufacturing industry and production technology. From smart automation and digitalisation to sustainable, circular production methods: all innovations that add demonstrable value to the industry are eligible. Participation is free; submissions can be made until 13 February 2026.
Podium for impactful innovation
With the award, FPT wants to show which technological solutions are already contributing today to major transitions in industry, such as sustainability, productivity improvement and chain optimisation. An independent expert jury assesses the entries on technological innovation, circularity, market readiness and practical applicability, among other things.
Three finalists will be selected from all entries. These finalists will be emphatically in the spotlight: not only during TechniShow 2026, but also in the period thereafter. They benefit from extensive media attention and visibility within the industry, and present their innovation during the official award ceremony.
Award ceremony during TechniShow 2026
The TechniShow Innovation Award 2026 will be presented on Thursday 12 March 2026 at 15:30 in the Theatre (Hall 10) of the Jaarbeurs Utrecht, during the TechniShow. A networking reception will take place afterwards. The TechniShow is the largest platform for the manufacturing industry and production technology in the Benelux and attracts tens of thousands of industry professionals.
About the Innovation Award
The Innovation Award is an initiative of FPT - Federation of Manufacturing Technology and is presented biennially during the TechniShow. The award focuses on innovations that are not only technologically advanced, but also actually applicable and valuable for tomorrow's industry.
Submit
Companies and organisations can submit their innovation via the application form. More information on participation and assessment criteria can be found on the Innovation Award website.
Innovation Award 2026 - where innovation becomes visible and the future of the manufacturing industry takes shape.
