TECNAwards 2026

Ceramica Fioranese (Italy): The award goes to Fragments Collection by Ceramica Fioranese, a company that has been designing stoneware tile floors for 50 years combining ceramic tradition with research and experimentation of new styles.

Delta Cerâmica: Delta Group represents a reference point in the field of ceramic floors and coverings. Located in the ceramic heartland of the Americas in Rio Claro (São Paulo), its porcelain tile manufacturing plant is one of the most modern of its kind in the world, supplying both the local and international markets.

Cerâmica Villagres: Thanks to a history focused on excellence in design and sustainability, Villagres has established itself as one of the leading brands in the porcelain tiles sector in Brazil.

Cerâmica Carmelo Fior: With 6 strategically located production plants, the company operates as a global leader serving over 10,000 customers in more than 50 countries in the production of floors and coverings.

Lef Pisos e Revestimentos: Founded in 1994 in Piracicaba (São Paulo), it has become one of the leading Brazilian companies in the ceramic tile segment.

Embramaco: With over 50 years of tradition, it boasts five floors and coverings brands. It is recognized both nationally and internationally for constant innovation, competitiveness, investments in new technologies, and staff qualification.

Incepa: Since late 2021, it has been part of Lamosa Group, a global company working for over 130 years in the manufacturing and marketing of ceramic tiles.

Palmar SA (Argentina): A pioneer in the production of load-bearing ceramic blocks, the company stands out for its high production capacity supported by automated machinery, establishing itself as one of the largest and most efficient companies in Argentina.

Nature Brique (Benin): Specialized in the manufacture of terracotta bricks, it is the first ceramic industry created in Benin.

Poulina Group (Tunisia): The award goes to Poulina Group, a group that includes the building materials division Carthago, the only Tunisian producer that offers a complete building solution ranging from ceramics to bricks.

Argenta Cerámica (Spain): Founded in 1999 with the goal of developing a dynamic and innovative ceramic concept, the company has progressively consolidated its identity positioning itself prominently in the global ceramic scenario.

Interceramic (Mexico): A leading company in the construction finishes sector in Mexico, it boasts a strong international presence spanning the United States, Canada, Guatemala, Panama, and China.

Ceramica Cleopatra Group (Egypt): A pioneer of the Egyptian ceramic industry, it is today the largest producer in North Africa and among the top globally. It introduced the most significant product innovations to Egypt (from porcelain to large slabs) thanks to advanced Italian technologies.

Simpolo (India): Founded in 1977, Simpolo Tiles & Bathware has established itself as a leader in the industry, driven by a commitment to innovation and a passion for simplicity.

NG Kutahya Seramik (Turkey): Among the main Turkish producers of ceramic tiles, it is part of the NG Group, which is also active in the hotel sector and has been a leader in tableware for 56 years.

Guocera (Malesia): With over 50 years of manufacturing experience, Guocera, a member of the Hong Leong Group, has proudly become the tile brand of choice in over 50 countries across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas.

RAK Ceramics (EAU): One of the world’s leading ceramic groups, RAK Ceramics manufactures tiles, sanitaryware and tableware in 14 factories in the UAE, Bangladesh and India, in addition to European facilities dedicated to faucets and bathroom furnishings.

Italgraniti Group (Italy): A family company founded in 1961 and now in its third entrepreneurial generation. For a long time, it has been engaged in pursuing a business model which structurally combines innovation and sustainability.

Cerámicas Lourdes - SPL (Argentina): Founded over thirty years ago, the company completed a major expansion project between March and April of this year with the inauguration of the new SPL Laminas production plant.

Mountain Ceramics Company (Rwanda): The company has grown to become Rwanda’s foremost ceramic tile producer, supplying high-quality tiles across East Africa and combining modern European manufacturing technologies with locally sourced raw materials.

Florida Tile (USA): Part of the Italian Panariagroup since 2006, the company boasts over 60 years of history. With a production plant in Kentucky and 24 showrooms across the United States, it develops and distributes ceramic and natural stone products designed for the American market.

Graiman Cia. (Ecuador): Founded in February 1992 by Alfredo Peña Calderón with 100% Ecuadorian capital, it is located in Cuenca, an area rich in clay and ideal raw materials for the development of the ceramic industry.

Zanobia (Siria): One of the leading ceramic producers in Syria, focused on meeting local market needs with cutting-edge products at competitive prices.

DBL Ceramics (Bangladesh): Among the largest ceramic tile producers in Bangladesh, the company has rapidly developed over 12 product categories and completed more than 3,000 projects.

Energieker (Italy):  Born after the relaunch of a business active since the late 1980s, it recently renewed its brand and inaugurated its new headquarters in Pavullo (Modena), including a showroom of over 1,200 m².

Grupo Corona (Colombia): The group has over 145 years of history and operates in several sectors, from ceramics and paints to industrial supplies. It boasts 30 manufacturing facilities located mainly in Colombia, as well as in Mexico, Nicaragua, and Guatemala.

Florim (Italy): Founded in Fiorano Modenese, in the heartland of the Sassuolo ceramic district, Florim manufactures Gres porcelain for floors and coverings intended for architecture, interior design, and contract projects worldwide. It stands out for its commitment to energy efficiency and the responsible use of resources.  

Graziano Verdi, Gruppo Italcer (Italy): With 13,500 projects and 11,200 clients managed over 9 years, the Italcer Group is awarded through Graziano Verdi (Chairman of CET and Chief Executive Officer of Italcer Group) to recognize the vision and ongoing commitment to environmentally responsible processes and products.

Mauro Vandini, Mohawk Industries (USA): Award conferred for strategic vision and managerial skills proven at the helm of Mohawk Industries’ Global Ceramic division, which produces ceramic tiles combining the best Italian design with cutting-edge manufacturing technologies.

Tho Tuck Foo, PT Satyaraya Keramindoindah (Indonesia): The award goes to Tho Tuck Foo, General Manager of PT Satyaraya Keramindoindah, a key production plan of Roman, a leader in Indonesian ceramic manufacturing.

Spas Shopov, Izida 1894 (Bulgaria): Award presented for entrepreneurial vision and leadership at the head of Izida, a company with 130 years of history that played a crucial role in building Bulgaria's infrastructure.