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This issue marks an exciting moment for the instrumentation and electronics community: nominations for the 2026 Instrumentation & Electronics Awards offi cially opened on 2nd March. Following the success of last year’s unifi ed programme — which brought the sectors together under one banner — the awards return with even greater momentum and an expanded scope that refl ects the pace of innovation across our industry.
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The awards provide a platform for companies, engineers and innovators to showcase the work that is pushing electronics design, measurement, sensing and control forward. Whether it’s a breakthrough product, a standout project or an individual making a measurable impact, the programme is designed to highlight the achievements shaping the future of these sectors. On page 5, you’ll fi nd a full overview of this year’s categories, including two new additions that recognise important areas of technical excellence. As always, entries are free to submit, and the process has been kept deliberately straightforward to encourage participation from across the community. With the bar set high after last year’s event, we’re looking forward to seeing the technolo- gies, teams and ideas that will defi ne the 2026 shortlist. Entries close on 30 June 2026. To enter the awards, please visit
https://iandeawards.co.uk/. You can also stay connected with the latest updates at
https://cieonline.co.uk/ and by joining our LinkedIn Group:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/components-in-electronics. We look forward to celebrating your achievements in the months ahead.
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