Entries are now officially open for the 2026 edition of the Instrumentation & Electronics Awards, with organisers Datateam Business Media inviting submissions from across the instrumentation and electronics sectors.
Following the successful launch of the combined awards format in 2025, the programme returns with an expanded scope and a refreshed category line-up, reflecting the continued evolution of the industry.
New categories have been introduced for 2026 to better capture emerging trends and areas of innovation. Leading the additions is Industrial AI Product of the Year, recognising the growing role of artificial intelligence in enhancing industrial processes, predictive maintenance and data-driven decision-making.
The introduction of Passive Component / Electromechanical Product of the Year shines a spotlight on the often-overlooked building blocks of electronic systems, celebrating innovation and performance in components that underpin reliability and efficiency across applications.
Completing the new additions is the Academic Support & Training Award, which acknowledges the vital contribution of education, skills development and industry collaboration in nurturing the next generation of engineers and technical specialists.
Alongside these new categories, the awards continue to recognise excellence across core disciplines including test and measurement, sensors, control systems, and electronics design and manufacturing. Individual honours will once again highlight the engineers, innovators and teams driving progress across the sector.
Open to manufacturers, suppliers, integrators and end users, the awards provide a valuable platform to showcase cutting-edge products, pioneering projects and technical expertise. Being shortlisted or winning offers strong industry recognition, helping to enhance brand credibility and visibility among a highly targeted audience.
The awards ceremony, taking place on 15 October 2026 at the Grand Connaught Rooms, London, will bring together professionals from across the industry for an evening of celebration and networking, reinforcing its position as a key date in the sector calendar.
Entries are free and must be submitted via the official website. Companies are encouraged to review the full list of categories and submit clear, evidence-based nominations that demonstrate innovation, performance and commercial impact.
To explore the categories and submit your entry, visit Instrumentation & Electronics Awards.
With new categories and growing industry engagement, the 2026 Instrumentation & Electronics awards are set to once again showcase the technologies and individuals shaping the future of the sectors.
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