Voting Opens For 2026 IAG Academy IR Awards
Voting Window Opens
The 2026 IAG Academy IR Awards enter their final judging phase on 4 September, following the close of nominations on 1 September. Official voting will continue until 11 September, with winners set to be revealed at the Black Tie Gala Dinner on 15 September at the Marriott Manila Ballroom in Newport World Resorts.
How The Process Works
An invited panel of 100 judges will vote across 26 award categories, plus the Hall of Fame. The awards use a first-past-the-post system, which means the nominee with the most votes wins each category. If a category ends in a tie, the Chairman of the Judging Panel will cast the deciding vote.
Integrity Measures In Focus
The organisers have set out clear safeguards around conflicts of interest. Any judge nominated for an award, linked to a nominated organisation, or otherwise judged to have a conflict will be removed from voting in the relevant category. That step matters because awards in gaming carry commercial weight for brands, senior executives and supplier relationships across the region.
What It Means For The Industry
The IAG Academy IR Awards cover operators, suppliers, individuals and initiatives across Asia's integrated resort sector. Integrated resorts combine gaming, hotels, entertainment and retail in one destination. Recognition in that environment can shape partner visibility, support regional reputation and highlight where the market is placing value, from operational execution to product delivery.
Next Steps Before The Gala
Votes will be tallied from 12 to 14 September by the Chairman of the Judging Panel in a secure location, before the results are independently audited. Once certified, the final results will be locked away until shortly before the ceremony begins. That process gives nominees and commercial partners a clear signal that the outcome is designed to be controlled, verified and confidential.
Source: Inside Asian Gaming
π Source: Inside Asian Gaming
