Tokyo, September 16, 2026 – FUJIFILM Business Innovation announces today the winners of the Innovation Print Awards 2026 Global (hereafter: IPA 2026 Global) A total of 42 award-winning entries were recognized for their creativity and technical excellence from among 442 submissions printed on FUJIFILM-branded production presses worldwide.
Now in its 19th year, the Innovation Print Awards (hereafter: IPA) was held as a global competition for the third time. This year’s awards received entries from 29 countries and regions, including the United States, Mexico, Spain, Italy, Chinese Mainland, Thailand, India, and South Africa. The number of participating countries and regions more than doubled, increasing from 14 in the previous year to 29 in 2026. The total number of submissions also increased to 2.6 times the previous year’s total. This growth further expanded the competition’s global reach. Entries showed strong trend in the Packaging, Creative Design and Brochure categories, highlighting the versatility and innovation enabled by FUJIFILM Business Innovation’s advanced toner technologies, including specialty colors, and its inkjet technologies.
The IPA 2026 Global brings together owners of FUJIFILM-branded production press from around the world, fostering a vibrant community of innovators who are pushing the boundaries of digital print. This year’s winners leveraged FUJIFILM Business Innovation’s advanced toner and inkjet technologies, including the Revoria Press™ series, Jet Press series, and Acuity series, to deliver standout applications and expand their product offerings.
The competition showcased the growing adoption of specialty colors, as press owners moved beyond traditional CMYK to create visually striking outputs. Following the recent launch of the Revoria Press™ PC2120, the Revoria Press™ series now offers the broadest lineup of specialty color production presses, empowering customers to unlock new creative opportunities and broaden their capabilities.
“This year we saw a major increase in the entries coming from around the world. It’s great to see that quality is a global goal for the companies that entered in this year’s competition,” said Paul Callaghan, Head Judge of the IPA 2026 Global. “Regardless of where they are from, all the winners take pride in the work they produce. It was a hard-fought competition, and our congratulations go to all this year’s winners. We're now seeing more and more printers around the world embracing not only specialty toners, but also a wide range of embellishment and finishing techniques. They are using these technologies to create work that is more distinctive, engaging, and impactful. Printing today is a technology. It's an art. Technology has driven our industry to new heights, and with digital printing continuing to sustain and transform the industry, it will only continue to grow.”
The IPA Global is a testament to FUJIFILM’s commitment to empowering customers with the tools and technologies they need to succeed. FUJIFILM Business Innovation’s toner and inkjet solutions enable vibrant colors, intricate details, and efficient workflows, while supporting sustainable practices. These technologies continue to drive innovation and inspire customers to expand the frontiers of what is possible in digital print.
As the print industry evolves, FUJIFILM Business Innovation remains dedicated to supporting its customers and shaping the future of print. The IPA Global will continue to serve as a platform that inspires, challenges, and celebrates the best in the industry while fostering collaboration and innovation across the global print community.
The winning entries and other submitted works are scheduled to be exhibited at events and showrooms across participating countries and regions.
Company Name: Wegner GmbH
Category: Books
Entry Name: BMW 3.0 CSL
Printed On: Jet Press 750S, Revoria Press™ PC1120
Region: Germany
Created to celebrate a limited-production sports car made for just 50 owners, this collector’s edition transforms a commemorative publication into a highly personal ownership experience. Each copy is uniquely customized with vehicle-specific information, including the owner’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), creating a direct connection between the car, its heritage, and its owner. Combining exceptional photography, sophisticated graphic design, and advanced digital print personalization, the book demonstrates how premium printed media can deliver emotional impact in the digital age. Its outstanding craftsmanship, attention to detail, and lasting appeal earned it recognition as the Best Innovation Award 2026 Global.
| Award Category | Global | Company Name | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Innovation Award 2026 Global | Winner | Wegner GmbH | Germany |
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Books |
Winner | Wegner GmbH | Germany |
| Runner-Up | Artes Gráficas Panorama, S.A. de C.V. | Mexico | |
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Photobooks |
Winner | KHANG VIET DESIGN & PRINTING CO., LTD | Vietnam |
| Runner-Up | Suvi Color Spot, INDIA |
India | |
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Brochures, Catalogues & Leaflets |
Winner | LUPA | Israel |
| Runner-Up | The Standard Group | United States | |
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Multi-Piece Campaigns |
Winner | Dongguan City Dong Hong Printing Co., Ltd. | Chinese Mainland |
| Runner-Up | Nuova Tipografia Montaccini | Italy | |
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Wide Format Applications |
Winner | Wegner GmbH | Germany |
| Runner-Up | bigDAWGS® | Canada | |
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Rigid Packaging |
Winner | WIDE OCEAN PRINTING CO. LIMITED | Hong Kong SAR |
| Runner-Up | Tipografia Grafica Sette | Italy | |
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Packaging |
Winner | bigDAWGS® | Canada |
| Runner-Up | Seven Eight Nine Print Tech Co., Ltd. | Thailand | |
| Digital Labels - Special Application | Winner | bigDAWGS® | Canada |
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Calendars |
Winner | Jaeseung Group Co., Ltd. | South Korea |
| Runner-Up | TYPOSET, Ltd | Slovakia | |
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Food / Drink Menus |
Winner | M.I.W. Group Co., Ltd. | Thailand |
| Runner-Up | Neo Digital Co., Ltd. | Thailand | |
| Art Reproduction | Winner | Guangzhou Dayon Digital Printing Co., Ltd. | Chinese Mainland |
| Direct Mail | Winner | Orangebox Limited | New Zealand |
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Creative Design |
Winner | Direct Edge | United States |
| Runner-Up | Image Quality Lab Co., Ltd. | Thailand | |
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Sustainability |
Winner | IMPRENTA PISAMAR-TINTAGRAFIA 2.0 S.L. | Spain |
| Runner-Up | Inplastor AB | Sweden | |
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Use of Specialty Colors |
Winner | CARDS PLUS PTY LTD | South Africa |
| Runner-Up | OLSANGRAF, S.L. | Spain | |
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Company Self Promotion |
Winner | Kanovits Print Atelier (Kanovits Group s.r.o.) | Slovakia |
| Runner-Up | Rapid Centro Color Print Services | Spain | |
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Technology |
Winner | Shave & Gibson Security Printing (Pty) Ltd | South Africa |
| Runner-Up | Inplastor AB | Sweden | |
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Business Effectiveness |
Winner | Rajams Digital Offset Prints | India |
| Runner-Up | Tipografia On Time | Italy | |
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Young Creative Designer |
Winner | Julian Martinez-Faz UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON |
United States |
| Runner-Up | Leonel Salgado UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON |
United States |
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Creative Art Production |
Winner | SUBARU GRAPHIC | Japan |
| Runner-Up | Techno Graphic | Malaysia | |
| Point of Display | Winner | KYTA Industries (PTY) Ltd | South Africa |
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Invitation |
Winner | Truc Phuong Printing Company Limited | Vietnam |
| Runner-Up | TEAM Concept Print & Packaging | United States | |
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Education |
Winner | Sosyopix Internet Hiz. A.S. | Turkey |
| Runner-Up | Rajams Digital Offset Prints | India |
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