2026 QIA Award Ceremony will take place on April 23–24, 2026 in San Sebastian, Spain. The event will be hosted by CEX – Centers for Excellence of Spain and will bring together representatives of Quality Innovation Award (QIA) member organizations, participating institutions, and winning companies from around the world.

The two-day program will provide a platform for participants to explore the best quality innovations of 2025, exchange experiences, and share best practices in management and innovation. The event will also include the official award ceremony recognizing outstanding quality innovation projects across participating countries.

San Sebastian, located on the northern coast of Spain, is known for its unique blend of tradition and modernity. The conference and ceremony will not only facilitate professional exchanges but also provide valuable networking opportunities for organizations committed to advancing quality innovation.

Quality Innovation Award (QIA) was initiated by Finnish Quality Association in 2007 to promote and recognize innovations that enhance organizational competitiveness and societal development. The competition has developed into an influential international platform for benchmarking and sharing quality innovation practices.

Since 2022, QIA has been organized under the leadership of the Chair organization of QIA Roundtable Meeting, represented by China Association for Quality (CAQ). As an international non-profit organization dedicated to advancing quality management and innovation, CAQ continues to promote global collaboration and knowledge sharing in the field of quality innovation.