AIM Congress 2026 Awards

This year brought together the boldest ideas, transformative projects, and visionary leaders shaping the future of global investment and development.

Showcasing transformative leaders and initiatives shaping the future of investment and economic development.

The AIM Awards honor outstanding achievements in investment promotion, innovation, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and public-private collaboration. By recognizing these successes, the awards inspire excellence, set high industry standards, and encourage meaningful partnerships. This recognition fuels economic growth, drives innovation, and strengthens leadership within the global investment community.

Global Manufacturing Award

Recognized for its exceptional leadership and forward-thinking policies, the Government of Moscow has demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering sustainable development, economic growth, and innovation.

Outstanding Contribution by Government Agencies and Public Institutions Awards

The Government of Moscow
Moscow

Global Manufacturing Award

Recognized for pioneering advancements in smart manufacturing technologies that are redefining industrial efficiency and precision.

Innovation in Advanced Manufacturing Technology Award

Ariel Robotics
South Africa

Global Manufacturing Award

A standout in sustainable manufacturing, this achievement reflects the seamless integration of smart technology and eco-conscious practices driving efficiency, reducing impact, and reshaping industry standards for a greener future.

Sustainable Manufacturing Excellence Award

Algebra Intelligence
Jordan

Future Finance Awards

An influential force in regional finance, this recognition highlights exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and measurable impact across MENA’s evolving financial landscape.

Finance Personality of the Yearn in MENA Region Award

Al Masraf

Future Finance Awards

This recognition reflects a pioneering approach to aligning financial innovation with environmental responsibility driving progress in sustainable finance through advocacy, collaboration, and forward-looking solutions across the MENA region.

Sustainable Finance Leadership Award

MENA Fintech Association

Future Finance Awards

A trailblazing achievement in digital finance, this recognition celebrates cutting-edge solutions that redefine user experience, enhance financial inclusion, and set new standards for innovation in the fintech ecosystem.

Fintech Innovation Award

WIO Bank

Future Finance Awards

For its excellence in transforming commercial banking through digital innovation. With advanced platforms, AI-driven services, and seamless business banking tools, FAB has set new standards in customer experience, efficiency, and fintech integration across the region.

Digital Banking Leadership Award

Commercial Banking Business Fab

Future Cities Awards

This recognition highlights outstanding efforts in driving inclusive development, empowering communities, and fostering meaningful economic participation, demonstrating the power of policy and collaboration to deliver lasting social impact.

Social Impact Award 

Department of Commerce of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

Future Cities Awards

A visionary leap in transport innovation, this recognition honours groundbreaking efforts to redefine mobility, merging technology, accessibility, and sustainability to shape the future of movement for everyone.

Future Mobility for All Award

PAL-V

Future Cities Awards

This achievement reflects a strong commitment to environmental innovation, delivering smart, data-driven solutions that promote resource efficiency, reduce emissions, and support the transition to a greener, more sustainable future.

Sustainable and Green Solutions Award 

IoTsens

Future Cities Awards

Recognized for advancing intelligent infrastructure systems, this achievement showcases innovative approaches to connectivity, sustainability, and resilience, driving smarter development across education, technology, and urban planning sectors.

Smart Infrastructure Award

University of the Commonwealth Caribbean Group

Future Cities Awards

This recognition highlights forward-looking governance, strategic urban planning, and smart city innovation, demonstrating a bold commitment to shaping inclusive, resilient, and future-ready societies.

City/Government of the Future Award

The Government of Moscow

Future Cities Awards

This recognition celebrates visionary leadership in building next-generation urban environments where sustainability, technology, and human-centred design converge to shape thriving cities of tomorrow.

Future City Pioneer Award  

SEE Holding

AIM Investment Awards

AIM Investment Award - Africa

ANAPI
Democratic Republic of the Congo

AIM Investment Awards

AIM Investment Award - Asia

Investment Fiji
Fiji

AIM Investment Awards

AIM Investment Award - Europe

Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency (HIPA)
Hungary

AIM Investment Awards

AIM Investment Award - Latin America and the Caribbean

Ministry of Economic Development of the State of Mexico
Mexico

AIM Investment Awards

AIM Investment Award - MENA

Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency (AMDIE)
Morocco

AIM Investment Awards

AIM Investment Award - Russia & CIS

The Government of Moscow, Department for External Economic and International Relations of Moscow
Russia

2025 AIM Awards Jury Members

David East

David East

Moody’s Analytics UK Limited

Sr. Director – Head of Government GTM

Dr. Mario Cimoli

Dr. Mario Cimoli

UAM-X, Mexico & Institute of Economics, Sant’Anna School, Italy

Professor | Associated Fellow

Ismail Ersahin

Ismail Ersahin

World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA)

Executive Director & CEO

Matthew Stephenson

Matthew Stephenson

World Economic Forum

Head, Investment and Services

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