Industry Innovation Arena - where bold ideas meet global visibility
Welcome to the Industry Innovation Arena, our dynamic central stage where exhibitors showcase their latest products and solutions.
After its outstanding debut in Milan, where it became one of the highlights of the event, the Industry Innovation Arena is returning - bigger and bolder. This dynamic stage is dedicated exclusively to exhibitors, offering the chance to present groundbreaking products, pioneering solutions, and cutting-edge technologies directly to leading currency and identity professionals.
Designed to inspire, connect, and spark discussion, the Arena is the place where innovation meets visibility, ensuring your company’s latest advancements receive the attention they deserve.
Building on last year’s success, the number of slots has been expanded to 20 concise, high-impact 8-minute innovation pitches (without Q&A). This is your opportunity to gain visibility, inspire industry peers, and position your company at the forefront of innovation.
The Industry Innovation Arena will take place in Copenhagen, Denmark, on 14 October 2026.
Participation to the Industry Innovation Arena is free of charge and for exhibitors only.
Presentation format
Quick, snappy, 10-minute TED Talk-like presentations, no Q&A. Discussions are to be continued in the exhibition booths.
This year’s themes
Leading-edge physical and digital security features
Enhanced production equipment and efficiencies
Environmental and sustainability innovations
Call for proposals
The call for proposals is now closed.
All submissions undergo thorough review by Intergraf’s Committee of Experts. We will notify you of their decision via email on 29/10/2024. Selection criteria aim to promote diversity, relevance, and originality aligned with the innovation arena's objectives.
1. Themes
Disruptive technologies and processes
Advanced physical and digital security features
Digitalisation breakthroughs
2. Submission
Complete the form below to send your proposal before 15/05/2026.
3. Decision
All submissions undergo thorough review by Intergraf’s Committee of Experts. We will notify you of their decision by email on 03/07/2026. Selection criteria are designed to ensure diversity, relevance, and originality in line with the objectives of the Industry Innovation Arena.
Selection criteria
Relevance to 2026 topics: submissions must clearly connect to the defined topics for 2026.
Degree of Innovation: novelty and originality of the product or service will be key evaluation factors.
Equal representation of product types: a balanced mix across product categories will be prioritised.
Balance between identity and currency: the program will feature equal focus on both identity and currency.
First-come-first-served basis for duplicate theme submissions: if multiple proposals cover the same product or service, preference will be given to the earliest submission.
4. Pitches
Each slot consists of an 8-minute innovation pitch without Q&A. Discussions are to be continued in the exhibition booths.
Ideally maximum 10 slides: this allows you to effectively cover your key points. Aim for each slide to support a specific aspect of your story and keep them concise to maintain attention. Remember, this stage is tailored for quick, snappy, TED Talk-like presentations.
