Fujifilm BI calls for entries to the Innovation Print Awards 2026
Fujifilm Business Innovation (BI) Australia is calling for entries to its Innovation Print Awards 2026 (IPA) which will be held in April this year. The IPA has been held annually since 2008 and they recognise the best digital print works produced by users of Fujifilm Group’s printing equipment worldwide.
The IPA evaluates printed entries created using Fujifilm’s production toner and inkjet printers. In the 2025 program, the IPA received 296 submissions from 15 countries and regions, showcasing works featuring creativity, smart design and technological innovation.
IPA 2026 will be conducted via 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.
Fujifilm BI senior general manager, head of Oceania graphic communications Yoshitaka Nakamura said, “The continued success of the Innovation Print Awards reflects the strength and evolution of the print industry. 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”.
Submitted works for the IPA are exhibited at Fujifilm BI showrooms and at various events across different countries and regions.
Award‑winning works gain further exposure via inclusion in the IPA Winners Booklet plus they’re posted on the official website and social media channels. There’s also coverage in external print and packaging media.
As well, winners get to attend award ceremonies and these are regarded as an opportunity to highlight the designers, creators and production teams behind the winning works.
Entry Information for IPA 2026
For information on submission deadlines for each country or region, you can refer to this website. Australian entries must be submitted by 12 June 2026.
Some examples of winners of the Best Innovation Award 2025
The Best Innovation Award 2025 Global/Category: Creative Design
Title: Island, Alone (Artist Book)
Company: Project team ‘Every Single Day’ (South Korea)
This is an artist’s book made by combining traditional Korean paper, hanji, and recycled paper, featuring essays written on scrolls which are folded into triangular shapes. Special colours from the Revoria Press series, such as pink and silver metallic, are applied throughout the work.
The Best Innovation Award 2025 APJ Category: Photobook
Title: Wedding Photobook
Company: Golden Ladies Photo (Chinese Mainland)
This is a B2-sized wedding photo book was produced using the Jet Press 750S – an inkjet digital press. It features vivid colours and smooth tonal gradations.
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