• Clarion Gaming continues to innovate the ICE Barcelona event through the addition of new awards
• The Stand-Out Awards seek to distinguish participants who attend the event and deliver exemplary performance
• The awards cover categories such as sustainability, innovation, marketing, and more

Clarion Gaming has another special surprise to impart for its upcoming ICE Barcelona 2026 event, with the hosts now launching the ICE Stand-Out Awards dedicated to recognizing achievements directly on the exhibition’s floor.

ICE Stand-Out Awards seek to celebrate excellence directly on the expo floor

The awards will feature multiple categories, such as Best ICE Newcomer, Most Sustainable Stand, Best Stand Entertainment, Best Pre-Show Marketing Campaign, Best Innovation at ICE, and Best Onsite Marketing Activation.

All participants will be judged by a team of ICE members, and accolades will be awarded on the second day of the event, with all ICE Stand-Out winners receiving a trophy and accompanying news coverage.

Clarion Gaming Managing Director Stuart Hunter has welcomed the opportunity to introduce the awards:

"One of the memorable features of ICE is the sheer energy and creativity that our exhibitors bring to the event, and in the process make it such a captivating spectacle.

"Whilst the physical presence is important and ICE has showcased some quite brilliant stand designs, getting the most out of a dynamic live event involves a range of disciplines and thinking, including pre-show marketing, onsite activation, the deployment of creative initiative, and of course having outstanding product."

Hunter noted the importance ICE held for many stakeholders in the industry. The event has shaped itself as the go-to place to garner skill, insight, and resources to develop the gambling industry, as well as engage with a global community of professionals.

ICE returns on January 19-21, 2026,at Fira Barcelona Gran Via.

Image credit: ICE