ConExpo and Con/Agg are expanding the show’s award program with two new categories.
North America’s largest construction trade show will expand its Next Level Awards with the new Equipment and Technology categories in 2026.
The Next Level Awards celebrate companies pushing the boundaries and delivering innovative products, services, and technologies that move the construction industry forward.
The award program debuted in 20203 with Holcim’s ECOPact low carbon concrete winning the Contractor’s Chose award.
“This expansion of the Next Level Awards exemplifies the commitment of ConExpo-Con/Agg to advance the construction industry by elevating and celebrating its groundbreaking innovations that have an enormous impact on how we build our world,” said Show Director Dana Wuesthoff. “By highlighting the most inventive products, services and technologies, we not only honour the pioneers driving progress but also inspire the entire industry to reach new heights.”
Nominations open August 19, and close December 1. A panel of industry experts and leaders will select 10 finalists in each category ahead of the trade show. As well, during ConExpo, attendees will vote for their favorite in each category with winners announced on the Ground Breakers keynote stage on March 6.
Exhibit Design Awards
In addition to the Next Level Awards, ConExpo is introducing the Exhibit Design Awards, managed by Exhibitor Magazine. The new award program will honour exhibitors and their outstanding booth design efforts.
All exhibits at the show will be automatically entered into the competition and placed in one of four size-based categories. Exhibitor magazine staff will complete the first round of impartial judging, selecting up to 10 finalists in each category. These finalists will then be judged by a group of esteemed designers and marketers on-site. Judges will also select an Editor’s Choice award winner.
The winners will be announced on the Ground Breakers Stage and will receive a trophy and a scholarship to attend Exhibitor Live 2026. This recognition not only highlights the creativity and effort put into booth designs but also inspires the broader industry with innovative and impactful presentations.
“We’re delighted to partner with ConExpo-Con/Agg to lead the ConExpo-Con/Agg 2026 Exhibit Design Awards,” said Emily Olson, Editor of Exhibitor Magazine. “Our editorial team and panel of expert judges are eager to see the creativity ConExpo-Con/Agg participants will unveil in 2026.”
For more information on how to participate in the Next Level Awards and the 2026 Exhibit Design Awards, please visit the ConExpo-Con/Agg Awards and Recognition page here.
