IPA Awards at ICPE2027

The IPA Awards recognize outstanding achievements that advance the field of press-in engineering worldwide. More than a celebration of past accomplishments, the awards highlight innovations, research, and projects that shape the future of sustainable and resilient infrastructure.

Since their establishment in 2017, the IPA Awards have honored contributions from academia, industry, and practice through six award categories covering research, technology, project implementation, and professional achievement.

At ICPE2027, the IPA Awards will celebrate excellence across the global press-in engineering community and provide a global platform to showcase pioneering ideas, technological breakthroughs, and real-world applications that demonstrate the expanding potential of press-in engineering.

The awards also support knowledge-sharing, international collaboration, and the development of future leaders in the profession.

Award Categories

The IPA offers the following six award programs to recognize excellence in study, technology, and practice related to press-in engineering.

Further details for each award category are available on the dedicated IPA award webpages below:

Application Timeline

  • Call for Nominations Opens: TBD
  • Submission Deadline: TBD
  • Review and Evaluation Period: TBD
  • Award Ceremony: ICPE2027 (date TBD)
    * Dates will be finalized with the official Call; this page will be kept up to date.

How to Apply (Applicant Guidance)

Step 1 – Confirm eligibility and select the appropriate award category.
Step 2 – Follow the links to the IPA Awards page to download the nomination form and review the official guidelines.
Step 3 – Prepare supporting materials (project summary, research paper, figures or photos, publications, etc.).
Step 4 – Submit the complete nomination according to the instructions provided on the IPA Awards page (email or online submission form, as specified).

Recent Award Highlights

The IPA Newsletter features a continuing series that introduces IPA Award recipients and their achievements. These articles provide practical insight into what the Awards recognize and how award-winning work advances press-in engineering.

Featured articles:

For the full list of award features and related articles, please visit the IPA Newsletter and Awards pages on the IPA website.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Below are answers to frequently asked questions about nominations and submission procedures.

  • Who can apply for the IPA Awards?

Nominations are open to individuals, organizations, and project teams involved in press-in engineering activities. Eligibility requirements vary by award category.

  • Do applicants need to be IPA members?

IPA membership is not mandatory unless specifically stated in the award category guidelines.

  • Can the same project or research be submitted to multiple award categories?

In general, submissions should be directed to the most appropriate category. If unsure, applicants are encouraged to consult the Awards Committee.

  • What materials are required for nomination?

Typical submission materials include a project or research summary, supporting documents or publications, photographs or figures, and the completed nomination form.

Contact the Awards Committee

For inquiries regarding eligibility, submission procedures, or award categories, please contact:

IPA Awards Committee

Email: ipa.award@press-in.org

Governance and Official Award Framework

For the official rules and governance of the IPA Awards Program, please refer to the IPA official website. This ICPE2027 page provides application guidance and conference-specific information. The official governance framework, detailed award rules, and the full archive of past award recipients are maintained on the IPA official website.

Applicants and visitors are encouraged to refer to the official IPA Awards webpage for:

  • Official award program structure and governance
  • Detailed nomination guidelines and evaluation criteria
  • Full archive of past award recipients
  • Updates to award policies and procedures

IPA Awards official website: https://www.press-in.org/en/page/award