E-commerce Germany Awards 2026 opens for entries
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E-commerce Germany Awards 2026 is now open for entries! Submit your proposal and show how your company defines trends in the DACH e-commerce landscape!
We have good news! Our E-commerce Germany Awards contest (EGA) returns in 2026, once again bringing together industry leaders and emerging innovators to celebrate achievements and strengthen their presence in the DACH e-commerce landscape.
Whether you are an established player looking to reaffirm your position, or an ambitious company aiming to gain recognition, EGA 2026 provides a strong platform to present your work and highlight its impact on the market! Learn more about the contest and submission requirements below.
A word about EGA
Over the years the contest has evolved into one of the key recognition platforms in the industry – attracting more than 350 entries each year and engaging over 80,000 professionals across the DACH region.
E-commerce Germany Awards is designed for companies offering tools, technologies, platforms, or services used by online shops and retailers – for example:
- Marketing & sales solutions
- Commerce platforms
- Payment & fintech providers
- Analytics, BI, CX, personalization, engagement tools
- Logistics, fulfillment, optimization providers
- Agencies showcasing impactful projects
- Marketplace & omnichannel integration tools
The contest provides equal opportunities for both SMEs and large enterprises to boost their visibility, credibility, and brand awareness, while connecting with a wide network of e-commerce decision-makers. This is also a powerful chance for global players seeking to enter or expand their services in the region.
Covering the entire e-commerce ecosystem
EGA offers companies the chance to compete in 12 categories, each reflecting a key segment of the e-commerce service ecosystem. The list of categories is updated annually to mirror the latest industry developments.
This time they include:
- Sales & Marketing
- Platforms & Commerce Tools
- Payment & Fintech
- Analytics & BI
- Agency Showcase
- Global Commerce & Expansion
- Logistics & Delivery
- Fulfillment & Optimization
- Personalization & CX
- Communication & Engagement
- Omnichannel & Integration
- Multichannel & Marketplace Tools
A jury of experienced professionals
Entries are evaluated by a panel of industry experts with years of experience across various sectors of e-commerce. Many of them have been with the competition for several editions, bringing valuable perspective and consistency to the evaluation process. This year’s jury includes representatives from companies such as Jack Wolfskin, Kickerkult, OMIO, C&A, camel active, KoRo, home24, and MediaMarkt among others – ensuring a fair and well-rounded selection of the most impactful solutions in the market.
Benefits for finalists and winners
Finalists and winners will receive promotional exposure worth thousands of euros. The winners of first place in each category will get benefits valued at around €10,000 – a real opportunity to boost their visibility, brand recognition, and solution awareness on the German market.
Make your submission!
Any company active in the German or DACH-region e-commerce market is eligible to participate. To make your submission, follow the guideline below:
- Choose your category: Select one category that represents your solution the best.
- Prepare your entry: Highlight your company’s achievements, backed by results or case studies.
- Submit your application: Follow the steps on ecommercegermanyawards.com.
Key Dates:
- Submissions open: 1st of December, 2025
- Submission deadline: 17th of December, 2025
- Awards Gala: 17th of February, 2026
Participation fee: Only the TOP 10 finalists in each category pay a €450 fee, which includes guaranteed promotional exposure. The initial submission is free of charge.
The contest consists of a public voting round (on LinkedIn) followed by a jury evaluation phase, culminating in the Awards Giving Ceremony in Berlin, where the winners will be revealed.
The awards ceremony
The Awards Gala will take place right after the first day of the E-commerce Berlin Expo, on the Messe Berlin grounds. This setting ensures maximum visibility for the finalists and provides a unique opportunity to celebrate achievements, connect with partners, and share ideas shaping the future of e-commerce.
Join EGA 2026
Being part of the E-commerce Germany Awards is more than just competing for a trophy – it’s about gaining recognition, building credibility, and joining a growing network of companies driving innovation in the DACH e-commerce market. Whether your goal is exposure, partnerships, or simply sharing what you’ve built – EGA 2026 offers the right stage to make it happen.
Don’t wait! Submit your entry today: www.ecommercegermanyawards.com
