
Innovation is key to the products and solutions that keep us all safe and secure, continually evolving to meet any threat. This is why it sits at the heart of International Security Expo.
The Innovation Awards & Trail will provide a fantastic opportunity for our exhibitors to showcase their brightest solutions and for our visitors to discover what's new and exciting in the industry.
Full list of the 2026 Panel of Judges and applications for the Innovation Awards will be announced within next weeks.
Previous winners:2025 - Radio Frequency Artificial Intelligence (RFAI) by Droneshield
2024 - Quickblock
Why Join the Innovation Awards & Trail?
Entering the Innovation Awards & Trail is a powerful way to increase your visibility before and during the event.
- Be recognised as an industry innovator by an independent panel of expert judges.
- Gain additional exposure to thousands of security and cyber security professionals attending the show.
- The 10 shortlisted entries will be featured on the Innovation Trail, directing visitors to your stand and helping you stand out from other exhibitors.
- Drive more traffic and engagement by showcasing your latest products, services and solutions to a highly targeted audience.
- Celebrate your success at the event, with the winners announced on Day 1 during the Networking Drinks Reception, providing valuable recognition amongst peers, partners and potential customers.
Abu Ahmed
Deputy Director and Head of the Joint Security and Resilience Centre (JSaRC), UK Home Office
Alison Wakefield
Professor of Criminology and Security Studies | Chair for Security Institute, University of West London
Alistar Leuchars
Deputy Director – Cyber & Digital, ADS Group
Andy Blackwell
Director, Blackwell Security Consulting | Former Head of Security, Virgin Atlantic
Deborah HigginsRISC Secretariat & Director Security & Resilience, ADS
Don RandallSenior Advisor, Don Randall Associates
Figen Murray
Chairwoman, International Security Expo
Patrick Goulbourne
Assistant Commissioner, Operational Resilience & NILO National Coordinator , London Fire Brigade
Satia Rai
CEO, IPSA