iENA Nuremberg – International Trade Fair for Ideas, Inventions, and Innovations

A global stage for tinkerers, inventors, and innovation drivers

The iENA in Nuremberg is one of the most important international platforms for inventions and innovative spirit. For over 70 years, the trade fair has been bringing together creative minds, developers, research institutions, investors, and licensees – with the clear goal of making novel ideas visible, bringing them to market maturity, or attracting specific partners for production and distribution. Whether technological patents, market-ready products, or revolutionary everyday solutions: iENA stands like no other trade fair for the inventive spirit of tomorrow – interdisciplinary, international, and future-oriented.

Showcase for creative problem solving worldwide

With around 500 inventions from over 30 countries, iENA is a unique marketplace for ideas covering almost all areas of life and technology:

• Technology and mechanical engineering
• Electronics, communication, software
• Medical technology, healthcare solutions
• Environmental technologies, sustainability
• Household, leisure, sports
• Mobility and energy
• Packaging, logistics, Industry 4.0

Many of the inventions presented are still in an early stage of development, while others are already close to market entry. The trade fair acts as a bridge between ideas and industry, between patents and products. Anyone interested in other trade fairs in the region will find a comprehensive overview of the regional event portfolio at Nuremberg Trade Fair.

Target group: Investors, manufacturers, licensees

The iENA is primarily aimed at trade visitors – especially from the following sectors:

• Research and development
• Small and medium-sized enterprises, manufacturing industry
• Brand manufacturers and licensees
• Technology scouts, innovation managers
• Universities, start-up centers
• Property rights consultants and patent attorneys

For companies looking for new technologies or functional product ideas, the trade fair offers a compact, curated overview of innovation beyond the research conducted by large corporations.

Award ceremonies, patents, honors

A particular attraction of iENA is its competitive structure: many of the inventions on display participate in international award ceremonies. The iENA medals are considered important awards in the industry – both for individuals and for research groups, start-ups, or universities. International organizations such as IFIA (International Federation of Inventors' Associations) and national patent offices are also present and honor outstanding achievements with their own awards.

Focus on property rights and promotion

The trade fair is not only a marketplace, but also a consulting platform: in a separate area, inventors receive support in all aspects of patenting, design protection, marketing, and financing. Experts from the fields of patents, innovation promotion, and start-ups are available for discussions. This access to know-how and networks is particularly crucial for individuals or smaller teams.

Youth research meets business

An important part of iENA is the promotion of young talent: in cooperation with school competitions, universities, and technology clubs, projects by young inventors are brought to the fore. The mixture of creative freedom, technical precision, and entrepreneurial spirit creates an inspiring environment—for the next generation of innovation drivers.

International network for innovation

iENA thrives on its strong global orientation: from Korea to Poland to Brazil, numerous national delegations travel to Nuremberg to present inventions from their countries. This often results in cross-border cooperation or technology transfers. The trade fair is thus not only a meeting place for ideas, but also a platform for cultural exchange, international understanding, and economic partnerships.

iENA – The first step from a flash of inspiration to a global product

If you want to know what could change our lives tomorrow – whether through smart technology, sustainable solutions, or completely new approaches – iENA is the place to be. It is a source of inspiration, encouragement, and a stage for those who are actively shaping the future with their creativity. Further information can be found on the organizer's website: www.iena.de