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Innovation shapes the future – the German Innovation Awards put it in the spotlight. The internationally recognised prize honours innovations that drive real progress with bold ideas, smart solutions, and lasting impact. Presented by the German Design Council, the awards stand for pioneering developments with substance – socially relevant, economically powerful.

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German Innovation Awards 2026

Discover all Award-Winning Innovations

Inspiration, progress and outstanding ideas: explore all entries honoured with Gold and Winner awards in our gallery.

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Featured Jury

Dr. Elias Knubben
Vice President Research und Innovation, Festo SE & Co. KG
Isabelle Gola
Global Head of Sustainability, Bosch Power Tools GmbH
Dr. Christopher Stillings
VP - Head of Research & Development, Envalior
Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg
President, Club of Budapest Germany
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Genuine Appreciation –Recognised by Experts

Your innovation takes centre stage: selected by an independent, interdisciplinary jury and seen by an international audience. That’s recognition that truly matters.

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Visibility That Makes an Impact

Whether on the market, in the media or within your company – the award puts your achievement in the spotlight. With powerful communication tools, the official label and a stage that inspires.

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Relevance Is Key

Cross-sector, user-centred, future-oriented: the German Innovation Awards honour smart details as well as bold solutions. What counts is real added value – whether in everyday life, in processes or across entire industries.

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Key Dates

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08 October 2025
Call for Entries
30 January 2026
Registration Deadline
25 February 2026
Jury Session
12 May 2026
Awards Ceremony
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"To me, innovation means having the courage to rethink things fundamentally and differently. It emerges where new paths are taken that no one has explored before. This requires trust, vision and perseverance. True innovation thrives on imagination and creativity – which is exactly why, with LOCI, it is so close to my heart to foster these abilities in children. Because without imagination and creativity, genuine innovation cannot exist. Receiving the German Innovation Award has shown me that it is worth enduring long dry spells and continuing to move forward."

Christina Liess
Founder LOCI Design KG

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