MHI Solutions Improving Supply Chain Performance
MHI IS PROUD to announce the recipients of the 2026 MHI Innovation and StartUp Awards, recognizing outstanding advancements shaping the future of the material handling and supply chain industry.
This year’s MHI Innovation Awards drew in a strong response, with more than 220 submissions reviewed by a panel of industry experts. Following a comprehensive evaluation process, the judges selected four finalists in each innovation category: Best Robotics Innovation, Best IT Innovation, Best New Innovation and Best Sustainability Innovation. These finalists were previously announced as representing the most impactful and forward‑thinking solutions in their respective areas.
The category winners were officially revealed on April 15 during MHI Industry Night at MODEX 2026. The 2026 MHI Innovation Award winners are:
- Best IT Innovation—ProGlove
- Best New Innovation—Dexory
- Best Robotics Innovation—Anyware Robotics, Inc.
- Best Sustainability Innovation—Flux Power
In addition to the Innovation Awards, MHI also announced the recipient of the 2026 MHI StartUp Award during MHI Industry Night. The StartUp Award honors an emerging company selected from participants in the MODEX 2026 StartUp Pavilion, with a dedicated area of the show floor showcasing breakthrough supplychain technologies from early‑stage innovators. This year’s StartUp Award winner is Fork Mule.
MHI congratulates all finalists and winners on their accomplishments and extends sincere appreciation to the judges whose expertise and commitment made this year’s awards possible.