Increase productivity and competitiveness
2026 ITZAMNÁ AWARD
Recognizing the innovation and industrial transformation that are shaping the future
About The Itzamná Award
Since 2021, the Itzamná Award has recognized projects, initiatives, and solutions that have had a significant impact on the technological evolution of the national productive sector.
Starting in 2026, a new phase begins as the award joins Smart Technology Expo (STE), an international platform that connects technological and industrial ecosystems between Europe and the Americas, thereby strengthening its reach, visibility, and strategic positioning.
Inspired by Itzamná, a Mayan deity associated with knowledge and wisdom, the award symbolizes vision, innovation, and the ability to build the future through applied intelligence.
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ANNOUNCEMENT
We invite companies, organizations, scale-ups, tech startups, and system integrators to participate in the 2026 edition of the Itzamná Award.
This award is intended for solutions with proven implementation, operation, or impact in Mexico, aimed at strengthening industrial competitiveness through automation, digitization, applied intelligence, and advanced technologies.
Who is eligible to participate?
Domestic or international companies with operations in Mexico 
Industrial organizations 
Technology startups 
Scaleups 
Technology integrators 
Industrial solution providers Objective
To recognize technology projects with real-world applications in Mexico that demonstrably contribute to:
Optimize industrial processes
Drive digital transformation
Improve energy efficiency and sustainability
Strengthen supply chains
Promote scalable innovation in the industrial sector
Call for projects timeline
Project registration
May 15 to September 4
Evaluation
September 11 to October 10
Finalists announcement
October 20
Awards ceremony
November 17
Project registration
Evaluation
Finalists announcement
Awards ceremony
May 15 to September 4
September 11 to October 10
October 20
November 17
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Executive Presentation Video
Present your company and project. Upload a video to social media with the following specifications and be sure to tag us :
Maximum duration: 2 minutes. Format: Landscape, 1920 x 1080. The video must clearly explain: the identified problem, the implemented solution, the results obtained, and the strategic value of the project. The purpose of this content is to provide a concise overview of the case and to complement the documentary evaluation. It will be shared on our website and social media.
Evaluation Criteria
Technological Innovation
Demonstrable Impact in Mexico
Feasibility and Implementation
Scalability and Replicability
Sustainability and Efficiency
About the Evaluation Committee
Comprised of renowned experts from industry, business organizations, sector-specific associations, strategic institutions, and specialized media outlets involved in Mexico’s technological and industrial development.
Award
Trip to Hannover Messe 2027
Itzamná statuette and Itzamná Innovation Seal
9 m² stand at Smart Technology Expo 2027 at no cost (basic equipped stand)
Project promotion on Smart Technology Expo social media
Trip to Hannover Messe 2027 for one person including:
Round-trip flight Mexico City – Hannover
4 days / 3 nights accommodation
Access to Hannover Messe 2027
Access to the opening ceremony.
Winner of the 2025 Iztamná Award
Industrial Property
All information submitted will be treated with strict confidentiality by the entities involved in the process.The information will be used exclusively for the purposes of analysis, evaluation, and deliberation regarding the 2026 Itzamná Award.The intellectual and industrial property rights, trade secrets, trademarks, patents, and technological developments of the participants will be respected at all times, in accordance with applicable Mexican law.
Questions or comments
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