Fujifilm Business Innovation Australia will be opening entries for the 2026 iteration of the Innovation Print Awards (IPA) on 1 April, with the final submission deadline for Australian entries being 12 June.
Held annually since 2008, the IPA recognises outstanding digital print works produced by users of Fujifilm Group’s printing equipment worldwide. The program evaluates printed applications created using the company’s production toner and inkjet printers.
Last year the IPA received 296 submissions from 15 countries and regions, showcasing exceptional works distinguished by creativity, design excellence, and technological innovation, and highlighting the diverse capabilities of digital print on a global stage.
“The continued success of the Innovation Print Awards reflects the strength and evolution of the print industry,” said Yoshitaka Nakamura, senior general manager, head of Oceania, Graphic Communications at Fujifilm Business Innovation Australia.
“IPA doesn’t just recognise great work, it challenges the industry to keep pushing boundaries, and that’s something we’re proud to be part of. It’s this spirit of innovation that will shape the future of our industry.”
For users of Fujifilm Group’s printing equipment, the IPA serves as a platform to showcase printed works that fully leverage their printing technologies and capabilities, helping them gain wider recognition and create new business opportunities.
Submitted works are exhibited at Fujifilm Business Innovation showrooms and at various events across different countries and regions, where visitors can directly experience the quality of the printed pieces.
Award‑winning works gain further exposure through inclusion in the IPA Winners Booklet published by the company, features on the official website and social media channels, as well as coverage in external print and packaging industry media.
In addition, the award ceremony held for the winners is highly regarded as an opportunity to honour the designers, creators, and production teams behind the winning works.
“Being recognised at IPA in 2021 reinforced our conviction that creativity and technology go hand-in-hand,” said Scott Allen, CEO of Engine.
“The awards shine a spotlight on the transformative power of print, and they encourage companies like Engine to keep innovating, telling stronger stories and delivering work that truly stands out. IPA remains an important platform for celebrating the ideas that move our industry forward.”
IPA 2026 will be conducted through two parallel programs – IPA Global, which is open to submissions from around the world; and IPA APJ, which focuses on entries from the Asia-Pacific region.
For information on submission deadlines in each country or region, click here. The final submission deadline for Australian entries is Friday 12 June.
