Newsletter Volume 11, Issue 3 September 2026

Awards Report
IPA Awards 2027: Applications and Nominations Now Open

IPA Awards Committee

Identifying and Celebrating the Next Generation of Excellence in Press-in Engineering

Message from the Chair of the IPA Awards Committee

Since the launch of the IPA Awards in 2018, the International Press-in Association (IPA) has had the privilege of recognizing outstanding achievements that have advanced the field of press-in engineering.

The IPA Awards are not only about celebrating past accomplishments; they also help shape the future of our profession by highlighting innovative research, outstanding projects, pioneering technologies, and dedicated individuals whose work contributes to the continued evolution of press-in engineering.

Over the past six issues of the IPA Newsletter, we have featured a series of articles showcasing previous award recipients and their achievements. Through these stories, we have shared examples of how press-in engineering is creating value for society through research, practice, innovation, and international collaboration.

The achievements featured in this Newsletter series demonstrate the diversity and impact of press-in engineering worldwide. They also remind us that excellence in press-in engineering can be found across many countries, organizations, and generations of engineers.

As preparations for ICPE2027 continue, we encourage the global press-in engineering community to help identify and recognize those achievements through the IPA Awards 2027.

Many outstanding achievements remain known only within individual organizations, projects, or countries. The IPA Awards provide an opportunity to share those achievements with the global press-in engineering community and to inspire future generations of engineers and researchers.

We encourage you to consider submitting an application or nominating a deserving colleague, project, or contribution.

Andrew McNamara
Chair, Awards Committee, International Press-in Association (IPA)
Secretary General, International Society for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE)
Senior Lecturer, City St George's, University of London

IPA Awards 2027 Applications and Nominations are now Open

The IPA Awards recognize excellence in press-in engineering and related fields. Award recipients will be honored during ICPE2027, providing international recognition before a global audience of researchers, practitioners, industry leaders, and infrastructure stakeholders.

The IPA Awards comprise five categories:

Outstanding Project Award
Recognizing outstanding projects that demonstrate excellence in the practical application of press-in piling technology.

Innovative Technology Award
Recognizing innovative technologies, products, systems, or methodologies that contribute significantly to the advancement of press-in engineering.

Distinguished Research Award
Recognizing exceptional research that advances scientific understanding and engineering practice in press-in piling technology and related disciplines.

Life-long Contribution Award
Recognizing individuals whose long-term dedication and leadership have made a lasting impact on press-in engineering and the activities of the IPA.

Early Career Engineer Award
Recognizing promising young engineers and researchers who have already made notable contributions to the profession.

The ICPE Best Paper Award
Recognizing exceptional papers published in the ICPE2027 proceedings.
(Note: Eligible papers will be selected from papers submitted and accepted for ICPE2027. No separate application is required.)

What Kind of Achievements Are Recognized?

A common misconception is that the IPA Awards are intended only for internationally well-known individuals or major projects.

In reality, the Awards celebrate a broad range of contributions, including:

Academic research advancing press-in engineering
Practical engineering achievements
Outstanding engineering projects
Innovative technologies, systems, and methodologies
Contributions to education and knowledge dissemination
Long-term leadership and service to press-in engineering
Emerging achievements from young engineers and researchers

Whether your contribution comes from academia, industry, government, or a collaborative project team, it is probably eligible for consideration.

Learn from Previous Award Recipients

Over the past six issues, the IPA Newsletter has featured stories highlighting award recipients and their contributions to press-in engineering.

These articles provide valuable insight into the types of achievements recognized by the IPA Awards Program.

Featured IPA Awards Articles

We encourage readers to explore these articles and discover the diverse achievements that continue to advance press-in engineering around the world.

Why Submit an Application or Nomination?

Recognition benefits not only individual recipients but also the wider press-in engineering community.

For Applicants

Share your achievements with an international audience.
Gain recognition from leading professionals in press-in engineering.
Increase visibility of your research, project, technology, or professional contributions.
Be recognized at ICPE2027, the Fourth International Conference on Press-in Engineering.
Contribute to the continued advancement of press-in engineering.

For Nominators

Help identify deserving contributions that might otherwise remain unrecognized.
Recognize colleagues' projects and achievements that have advanced press-in engineering.
Support the development of future leaders and innovators.
Strengthen a culture of recognition and knowledge sharing within the global press-in engineering community.
Help ensure that valuable contributions receive the international visibility they deserve.

Looking Ahead to ICPE2027

ICPE2027 will bring together researchers, engineers, contractors, asset owners, consultants, and public-sector organizations from around the world, providing a unique platform for knowledge exchange and international collaboration.

The IPA Awards Ceremony at ICPE2027 will provide an opportunity to celebrate and showcase achievements that are shaping the future of press-in engineering and infrastructure development.

The Awards Committee looks forward to receiving applications and nominations from across the international community.

Key Dates

Applications and Nominations Open: 30 July 2026
Submission Deadline: 15 January 2027

Further Information

IPA Awards Page (official information and all award categories)
ICPE2027 Awards Page (application portal)
Contact: ipa.award@press-in.org

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