IAPA 2026 Award Shortlists Announced Ahead of Istanbul Ceremony
- Meagan Wood
- Feb 3
- 3 min read
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The shortlists for the 2026 International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs) have been confirmed following a judges’ meeting, with winners to be announced on 22 April 2026 in Istanbul. The awards attracted 130 submissions across 13 categories, highlighting innovation, safety, sustainability, and workforce development across the powered access sector.
IAPA 2026 Award Shortlists Revealed
Shortlists for IPAF’s 2026 International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs) have been announced following a meeting of the five independent judges.
The winners will be revealed during the IPAF Awards Dinner on 22 April 2026, taking place at the Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli in Istanbul, Turkey, following the IPAF Summit.
This year’s awards received a total of 130 submissions, spanning 13 categories that recognise achievements in new products, technological advancement, sustainability, safety, and equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) across the powered access industry.
Renamed Safety Award Honours Kevin O’Shea
For 2026, the long-standing Contribution to Safe Working at Height Award has been renamed The Kevin O'Shea Contribution to Safe Working at Height Award, in memory of Kevin O’Shea, who passed away last year. The award recognises individuals and organisations that have made a lasting impact on improving safety when working at height.
Product of the Year Shortlisted Entries
Mast Climbers / Hoists
Alimak – Scando 650a 40-46 S
Geda – Shaft Lift
Maber Hoist – MBA 2332
Scissor Lifts & Vertical Masts
Bravi Platforms – Residential 170
Genie – GS Slab Scissor Lift (Next-Generation)
PB Lifttechnik – PB S180-19E 4x4
Self-Propelled Booms & Atrium Lifts
CMC Lift – S20
Dingli – BA44HRT
Genie – S-85 XC FE Hybrid / S-85 XC E
Platform Basket – Spider 54T
Skyjack – SJ45 AJHE+ Booms
Vehicle / Trailer Mounted Platforms
Multitel Pagliero – MJE 710
Palfinger Platforms – PT 25 TJ
Socage – Forste 27D Speed HE+H
Industry Excellence Award Shortlists
Access Rental Company of the Year
Fatih Vinç
Manlift Middle East
Mills
Rapid Access
Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland
The Kevin O'Shea Contribution to Safe Working at Height Award
Aldercote – Elevated Protection
Leguan Lifts – Leguan Academy
Nationwide Platforms – Data Centre Partnership
Vietnam Rental – Safety Ecosystem
The Sustainability Award
Clem Jacob Hire – Sustainability Journey
Dingli – Development Strategy
Haulotte – Blue Strategy
Johnson Arabia – Rental Right
Digital Development Award
Aydin Vinç Kiralama – Rental Website
Haulotte – Advanced Access Management
Horizon Construction Development – AI Application Ecosystem
Trackunit and Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Award
Istanbul Vinç
Multitel Pagliero
Quadro Makine
Sinoboom
IAPA Innovative Technology Prize
Dingli – Hybrid Compact Booms
Discover Battery – Optimised Hydro Polymer Electrolyte System
JLG / Power Towers – LiftPod
Mills – Lockout Device
Training Excellence Awards
IPAF Training Centre of the Year
Certora Training Services
Etihad Airways
Mills
Rent Rise
Standard Arabia Inspection
IPAF Training Instructor of the Year
Debbie Forbes – HSS Training
Nazim Taban – Rent Rise
Richard Magno Pereira Da Silva – Mills
Stefan Nowak – Mateco
About the IAPA Awards
The International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs) are organised by IPAF to recognise excellence and best practice across the global powered access industry. The awards celebrate innovation, safety leadership, sustainability initiatives, digital development, and outstanding contributions to workforce training and inclusion.
The 2026 IAPA Awards ceremony will take place in Istanbul, Turkey, alongside the annual IPAF Summit, bringing together industry leaders from around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the IAPA 2026 winners be announced?
The winners will be announced on 22 April 2026 during the IPAF Awards Dinner in Istanbul.
Where is the IAPA 2026 awards ceremony being held?
The ceremony will take place at the Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli, Turkey.
How many submissions were received for the 2026 awards?
The IAPA 2026 Awards received 130 submissions across 13 categories.
Why was the safety award renamed for 2026?
The award was renamed to honour Kevin O’Shea, recognising his contribution to improving safety when working at height.
