Your Finest Work. Recognised.

We invite you to enter the 2026 PRESSTIGE AWARDS: recognizing and celebrating  outstanding achievements, creativity and technological innovation in HP industrial digital printing across Asia Pacific.

 

Organized by DSCOOP (the industry's largest digital printing cooperative), these awards honor Print Service Providers (PSPs) who push the boundaries of what is possible using HP digital printing technology. It’s easier to enter, more engaging to attend and better than ever - so get your entries in and get recognised with presstige!  


Awards will be presented on stage in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on Friday 28th August 2026. 
 

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The entry process has been simplified to make it easier for all to enter. 
Entries must be submitted online prior to the due date.
Bring 3 printed copies of your entry to the event. 
Celebrate with your team and customers your presstige awards. 

 

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Submit Online

Fill in the entry form, select your category, upload high-resolution photos of your work, and include a short brief (max 2 pages) describing the project and print process.

 

DEADLINE: 24 July

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Judging

Our expert panel comprises representatives from the print industry, HP, brands and creative industries who evaluate all entries against selected criteria.
Award finalists will be notified by email on 3 August.

 

DATE: Week of 27-31 July 2026

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DSCOOP Vietnam Summit & Awards Dinner

Nominees will be announced at the presstige awards dinner, to be held in Ho Chi Minh City on Friday 28 August 2026 as part of the DSCOOP Vietnam Summit. 
Award nominees must bring 3 copies of the entry with them to the event and have a representative to accept the award in person on the night.

 

DATE: 28 August

 

Key Award Categories 

Up to 5 entries per category per organisation.

📄Commercial Print

Custom photos, photobooks, consumer photo apps, premium marketing collateral, high-end leaflets, brochures, calendars, direct mail and specialty hard/softcover books. Commercial work that demonstrates what digital print can do at its best.

🏷️Labels & Packaging

Labels, flexible packaging, folding cartons, rigid boxes and other packaging printed on HP Indigo that earns its place on shelf and commands attention 'in market'.

🌿Sustainability

Print that demonstrates responsible production — substrate choices, waste reduction, eco-certifications, and measurable environmental impact.

💡Innovation, Self-Promotion & Limited Editions

Work that breaks the mould — new applications, experimental substrates, limited runs, or techniques that open new possibilities for the industry.

🎁Dscoop People's Choice Award

Entries are to be submitted on the day of the DSCOOP event before 9am, on August 28th. Bring a printed sample with you to the Vietnam Summit event. Entries are displayed during the event and voted by industry peers. 

Not sure which category fits? Use the subcategory guide below to find your best match.

Rigorous. Flair.

 

Core Judging Criteria

 

A selected panel of industry, media, brand, and design experts evaluates all submissions based on six primary parameters.

  • Overall Aesthetics — Visual excellence, print crispness, and clarity of layout
  • Business/ Marketing Impact — Proven or projected effectiveness in driving consumer engagement
  • Shelf Appeal — Eye-catching design that elevates brand presence in retail environments
  • Design Suitability — How appropriately the structure and mechanics of the piece fit its intended purpose
  • Uniqueness & Innovation — Creative risk-taking and execution that standard conventional presses cannot replicate
  • Media & Substrate Use — Innovative choices in utilising textured, synthetic, metallic, or specialty media

People's Favourite

 

The DSCOOP Showcase: Pride Print Awards give all PSPs the opportunity to showcase and describe their entry ‘in person’. 


Entries are voted online on the day from DSCOOP peers (and they know great work when they see it).

  • Every Vietnam Connect attendee gets a vote — one vote per person
  • Vote for the entry that moves you most, across any category
  • Winner announced live at the awards ceremony that evening
  • Awarded separately from the other categories — an entry can be in both
  • Winning the People's Favourite means your work stopped the room!

PSPs are invited to electronically enter their best work for the PRESSTIGE Awards as per the following conditions of entry:
 

1. Entry is open to PSPs operating in the Asia Pacific region.

2. The primary or major component of each entry must be produced using an HP Indigo / Pagewide Press.

3. A maximum of five (5) entries per category per organisation may be submitted.

4. Each entry may only be entered in one category.

5. Each online entry must include the following:

  • Photos: Minimum 3, maximum 8 high-resolution images of the finished piece (JPG or PNG, max 10MB per file). Upload as a zipped folder.
  • Video: Maximum 1 video — upload to YouTube or Instagram and paste the link in the form. No file upload required.
  • Entry Brief: 1 document (PDF or Word), max 2 pages —Submit your entry with a clear and compelling summary of your project in a maximum two-page PDF or Word document . 
    - Describe the concept, objective, and end-use, along with how HP Indigo or PageWide technology was applied to achieve the final result.
    - Highlight what makes the work exceptional—whether through innovative substrates, creative use of inks and effects, distinctive finishing or embellishments, or outstanding execution. 
    - Show how print enhanced the product in-market and contributed to its competitive edge or brand impact. Where possible, reference high-quality images that showcase these features and bring your submission to life.

6. All files must be uploaded via the designated submission link by the nominated deadline. Late entries may be deemed ineligible.

7. Entries may be reclassified to another category at the judges' discretion.

8. Award decisions are final. No correspondence will be entered into.

9. Submitted images, videos, and project information may be used in promotional material related to this event and by HP.

10. Finalists are required to bring three (3) Finished Print Samples to the event. Samples may be mounted on card, or provided as individual pieces or products..

11. Nominees must be present at the Dscoop Vietnam Summit and the Presstige Awards dinner on 28 August 2026 to re- ceive their award.

12. Dscoop People's Choice Award category: No advance submission required. Bring your sample to Vietnam Summit on 28 August. Entry is on the day. Samples must be submitted before 9am on 28 August.

1. Who can enter?
Any HP Indigo or HP PageWide print business based in the Asia Pacific region is eligible to enter. You do not need to be a Dscoop member to participate.

2. Can I enter if I'm not sure I can attend the Awards Dinner?
Yes — attendance is not a requirement to enter. We encourage all eligible businesses across Asia Pacific to submit their best work, regardless of whether they can attend in person.

3. Can I enter work produced more than a year ago?
We recommend submitting work produced within the last 12 months. Work older than 12 months may be considered at the judges' discretion, but recent work is strongly preferred.

4. Can I enter work that was produced for a client's brand?
Yes. When submitting, you will be required to confirm that you have the client's or brand owner's consent for the work to be publicly displayed, used in award communications, and showcased at the event. Work submitted without consent will be disqualified.

5. Can I enter AI-generated artwork or images?
No. All submitted work must be genuinely printed output from HP Indigo or HP PageWide technology. Physical samples are verified on-site against online submissions to confirm authenticity.

1. How do I submit my entry?
Submit online via the entry form on this page. You will need to provide:
- Entry title
- Brand or client name
- HP Indigo or HP PageWide model used
- Finishing equipment and substrates used
- A video link — upload your video to YouTube or Instagram and paste the link (no file upload required)
- 3 to 8 photos of your work, zipped into a single folder
- A written entry brief (included in the same zip folder)

2. Is there an entry fee?
No — entry is free.

3. How many entries can I submit?
You may submit up to 5 entries per category. You may enter across multiple categories.

4. I'm not sure which category my work belongs to. What should I do?
Each category has subcategories listed on the Category tab to guide you. Choose the category that most closely matches your work. Judges will review your entry in the category you selected.

5. My video file is too large to upload. What do I do?
Upload your video to YouTube or Instagram and paste the link directly into the form. No file upload is needed — we watch it directly from the link you provide.

6. When is the entry deadline?
The submission deadline is 24 July 2026. We strongly recommend submitting a few days early so we can flag any errors or missing information before the deadline.

7. Can I edit my submission after I've sent it?
Please contact us at ayu@dscoop.org if you need to correct your submission after sending. We will do our best to accommodate changes made before the deadline.

1. Do I need to bring physical print samples?
If you are shortlisted as a nominee, yes — you or your representative must bring physical print samples to the Dscoop Vietnam Summit on 27–28 August 2026. 

2. How many physical samples do I need to bring?
Nominees are required to bring 3 physical print samples per entry for Commercial Print, Sustainability, and Innovation categories. For Labels & Packaging entries, the required sample format will be confirmed shortly — please check back for an update.

3. What if I'm shortlisted but can't bring physical samples?
Physical samples must be present on-site — no exceptions. If you cannot attend in person, a representative (such as your HP country manager, channel partner, or a company colleague) must bring your samples on your behalf. 

1. Who judges the entries?
Entries are judged by an independent panel of 4–5 judges. The panel includes HP representatives, a Vietnam printing industry expert, and brand and packaging professionals. 

2. What are the judging criteria?
Full judging criteria is mentioned in the Judging Criteria tab.

When does judging take place?
Judging takes place approximately 27-31 July 2026, after the submission deadline closes on 24 July.

1. How does the nomination process work?
After the submission deadline closes, our judging panel will review all entries and shortlist approximately 25 nominees across all categories. Shortlisted nominees will be notified by 3 August 2026. Final winners — who are revealed only on stage at the Awards Dinner on 28 August 2026.

2. What is the difference between a nominee and a winner?
A nominee is a shortlisted entrant whose work has been selected as among the best across all submissions. A winner is selected from the nominees and announced at the Awards Dinner. Being shortlisted as a nominee is itself a significant recognition.

3. I wasn't shortlisted. Can I still participate at the event?
Yes — you can still compete in the Dscoop People's Choice Award. Bring your best physical print work to the Vietnam Summit and the on-site audience will vote for their favourite. See the People's Choice section below for details.

4. What do winners receive?
Winners receive a trophy presented on stage at the Awards Dinner on 28 August. All shortlisted nominees receive an official Certificate of Recognition, regardless of whether they win.

5. Can the brand or client I printed for also receive a trophy?
Yes — additional trophies can be purchased separately for brands, clients, or channel partners. Contact us at ayu@dscoop.org for details.

1. I've been shortlisted but I can't attend in person. What happens?
You may designate a representative — such as your HP country manager, channel partner, or a company colleague — to bring your physical samples and collect your award on your behalf. Physical samples must be present on-site regardless of who attends.

2. Do nominees or winners receive complimentary or discounted tickets?
No. All attendees — including nominees and winners — purchase their own tickets. Early bird pricing of USD 120 per person will be extended for a short period after nominee notifications go out on 3 August, giving nominees time to register at the discounted rate. Watch for your notification email.

3. What does the registration fee include?
Your USD 120 registration covers:
- Thursday site visits to two HP Industrial Print facilities in Ho Chi Minh City
- Thursday evening dinner and transportation
- Full-day Friday summit (28 August)
- Awards Dinner on the evening of 28 August

4. Where is the event?
Holiday Inn & Suites Saigon Airport, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The hotel is approximately 10 minutes from Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

5. Do general attendees (non-nominees) such as family members or brand / client get access to the Awards Dinner?
Yes — You can purchase separate tickets for them when you register for the event. You can purchase up to 3 dinner tickets for your companion or guests.

1. What is the Dscoop People's Choice Award?
The Dscoop People's Choice Award is an on-site voting award open to participants who bring physical print work to the Vietnam Summit. Unlike the main Presstige Awards, this award is voted on by summit attendees — not judges. It runs alongside the main awards on the evening of 28 August.

2. Do I need to have submitted an online entry to take part in the People's Choice Award?
No. If you missed the online submission deadline, you can still bring your best printed work to the summit and compete in the People's Choice Award.

3. I'm already a Presstige Awards nominee bringing samples. Can I also enter the People's Choice Award?

Yes — and you're encouraged to! Just bring a different printed sample for the People's Choice Award. Your Presstige nomination samples and your People's Choice entry must be separate works. Display both and give yourself two chances to win on the night.

4. How does the voting work?
Attendees browse the displayed physical samples during the event and vote for their favourite. The voting mechanism will be confirmed closer to the event.

5. Is there a separate fee to enter the People's Choice Award?
No — participation in the People's Choice Award is included in your summit registration.

1. Will HP or Dscoop use my submitted work in marketing materials?
By entering, you consent to HP and Dscoop using your submitted photos and video in awards-related marketing, social media, and communications. Your work will not be used for other commercial purposes without your explicit permission.

2. When will I hear back after I submit?
Shortlisted nominees will be notified by 3 August 2026. If you have not received a notification by 7 August, please contact us at ayu@dscoop.org.

3. I have a question not answered here. Who do I contact?
Please contact Amy Yu, Community Success Manager – APJ, at ayu@dscoop.org.

ONLINE SUBMISSION OPEN

[DATE: 19 JUNE]

Categories & criteria published

SUBMISSION DEADLINE

[DATE: 24 JULY]

Digital entry form + photos + brief

NOMINEES NOTIFIED

[DATE: 3 AUGUST]

Confidentially, before the event

RSVP

[DATE: 14 August]

To receive your award in person

Dscoop Vietnam Summit & AWARDS DINNER

[DATE: 28 AUGUST]

Holiday Inn & Suites Saigon Airport
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