IP for Growth Awards 2026

Why nominate?

The IP for Growth Awards is designed for enterprises and innovators with a strong story of how their strategic use of IA/IP to support growth, differentiation and impact.

• Gain regional recognition for IA/IP-led growth
  Be recognised for using IA/IP not just for protection, but for commercial growth, market expansion and real-world outcomes.

• Build credibility with customers, partners and investors
  Award recognition can strengthen your story with stakeholders who value innovation, trust and strategic use of IA/IP.

• Be part of Singapore's regional IA/IP ecosystem
  Finalists and winners will be connected to a platform that brings together enterprises, partners and IA/IP ecosystem leaders across the region.

• Amplify your growth story
  Winners may be profiled through IPGA communications, media features and IP Week Singapore platforms.

Prizes include:

• Young Innovator Award trophy and certificate

• Emerging Champion Award trophy and certificate

• Growth Champion Award trophy and certificate

• Award ceremony invitation at IP Week Singapore 2026

• Aspirational awards video of winners

• Profiling opportunities on IPOS and IPOS International’s channels and potential media interest to feature the IA/IP growth stories

Multiple categories. One common ambition. 

Each category is calibrated to the applicant's stage, so a first-time founder and a scaling enterprise are assessed on evidence that is relevant to where they are on the growth journey. Judges will look for clear, credible and evidence-based submissions that connect IA/IP strategy to growth, competitiveness and impact.

Emerging Champions
Early-stage enterprises and startups incorporated for 10 years or less as at 6 May 2026, building strong brands and/or technology portfolios through IP, with clear evidence of IP-backed innovation.

Best suited for: Pre-revenue or early-revenue enterprises with early commercial traction and a credible IA/IP strategy.

Assessment: IA/IP Assets and Strategy - 50%; IA/IP-enabled Growth - 30%; Impact - 20%.

Growth Champions
SMEs and scaling enterprises leveraging IA/IP to expand across markets and strengthen competitive advantage.

Best suited for: Enterprises with an established revenue base, growing teams, and regional or international expansion ambitions.

Assessment: IA/IP Assets and Strategy - 40%; IA/IP-enabled Growth - 35%; Impact - 25%.

Young Innovator
Individuals aged 35 and below as at 6 May 2026 who harness IA and/or IP to turn innovative ideas into ventures or real-world solutions with meaningful economic, environmental and/or social impact.

Best suited for: Early-stage innovators with credible IA/IP thinking, evidence of progress, and a compelling case for economic, environmental or social impact.

Assessment: IA/IP Assets and Strategy - 7 points; IA/IP-enabled Growth - 7 points; Impact - 7 points. Total = 21 points

Who should apply?

IPGA are open to eligible enterprises and individuals operating in, or meaningfully engaged with, ASEAN and Asian markets. Applicants should be able to show how their IA/IP supports their innovation, business model, growth or impact story.

IA/IP basis

Applicants should demonstrate at least one relevant IA/IP basis, such as:

• registered IP rights, such as patents, trade marks or designs

• copyright, data, know-how, trade secrets or other documented intangible assets

• licensed, assigned or contractually controlled rights that support commercialisation

Category-specific guidance

Emerging Champions
Early-stage enterprises and startups incorporated for 10 years or less as at 6 May 2026, building strong brands and/or technology portfolios through IP, with clear evidence of IP-backed innovation.

• Business registration document
  

Growth Champions
SMEs and scaling enterprises leveraging IA/IP to expand across markets and strengthen competitive advantage.

• Business registration document
  

Young Innovators
Individuals aged 35 and below as at 6 May 2026 who harness IA and/or IP to turn innovative ideas into ventures or real-world solutions with meaningful economic, environmental and/or social impact.

• Proof of age

Integrity and disclosure

Applicants must disclose any IA/IP ownership disputes, infringement or invalidity challenges, significant regulatory findings, or legal restrictions that could affect the claims in their submission. Non-disclosure may affect eligibility or final award determination.