BIEMH 2026 Innovation Awards: IBARMIA, ZAYER, SICNOVA, LANTEK, SORALUCE and INTERMAHER Win

The 16th BIEMH Innovation Award in Advanced Manufacturing was presented during the fourth day of BIEMH 2026, co-organised by AFM Cluster and Bilbao Exhibition Centre. Winners span five categories. IBARMIA and ZAYER shared the machine-tool, components, and accessories prize ex aequo -- IBARMIA for its ZMS4_15.08 EXTREME machining centre with automated pallet changer, and ZAYER for its TEBAS G2000 bridge-type multifunctional machining centre. SICNOVA won in additive manufacturing and 3D printing for ArmIA3D, an AI-powered software solution for safety in additive manufacturing. LANTEK took the digitalisation prize for its LANTEK 360 Smart Factory platform, which connects machines from different manufacturers and CNC systems. SORALUCE won in automation for its intelligent automation solutions capable of handling large parts with high precision. A new category for the most innovative exhibitor stand by an importer went to INTERMAHER, whose stand simulated a connected smart factory environment. The jury included Beaz, CDTI, Ihobe, Mondragon Unibertsitatea, UPV/EHU, and other leading industrial innovation bodies.