IIFME 2025: A Landmark Edition Celebrating 15 Years of Innovation
The 15th International Invention Fair of the Middle East (IIFME 2025)
The 15th International Invention Fair of the Middle East (IIFME), held from February 16th to 19th, 2025, marked a significant milestone in its legacy as one of the most prestigious invention exhibitions in the region. Organized by the Kuwait Science Club under the esteemed Patronage of His Highness, the Emir of Kuwait, the event reaffirmed its status as a premier platform for innovators and researchers worldwide.
Since its inception in 2007, IIFME has played a crucial role in fostering creativity, encouraging scientific progress, and connecting inventors with investors and industry leaders. This year’s edition saw participation from 42 countries, hosting 180 inventors who collectively showcased 230 groundbreaking inventions. The exhibition once again solidified its reputation as a catalyst for global innovation and technological advancement.
The event was organized in collaboration with esteemed international organizations, including the International Federation of Inventors’ Associations (IFIA), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), UNESCO, and the International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva. This high-profile partnership underscored the fair’s international standing and commitment to excellence in invention and innovation.
Throughout the four-day event, IIFME provided a unique environment where young innovators, academic institutions, and research professionals could present their pioneering ideas. The exhibition highlighted Kuwait’s dedication to scientific development and innovation, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to supporting inventors on an international scale.
During the opening and closing ceremonies, IFIA President Alireza Rastegar, alongside distinguished ministers, officials, and esteemed guests, emphasized the importance of fostering creativity and innovation. The presence of numerous government representatives, private sector organizations, and industry leaders further enriched the event, facilitating discussions on the future of invention and its role in economic development.
A major highlight of IIFME 2025 was the recognition of exceptional inventions through a series of prestigious awards.
The IFIA Best Invention Medals were presented to:
- Mohammad Ahmed Alenezi & Mohammad Ibraheem Alobaida from Kuwait for their outstanding invention, Endodontic Obturator for Bioactive Material Delivery.
- Maokai, Huang Chengjing, Zhaoming, Li Shaowei, Lin Ye, Liu Guojian from China for their groundbreaking work on High-Speed and Low Vacuum Pipeline Maglev Transportation System (T-flight).
Additional notable awards presented at IIFME 2025 included:
- IIFME Grand Award
- Kuwait Science Club Award
- Geneva Exhibition Award
- Federation of Arab Scientific Research Council Award
- The Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport Award
- Arab Organization for Agricultural Development Award
- Arab Labor Organization Award
- WIPO Award
In addition, the Kuwait Science Club awarded Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals to outstanding inventions selected by an expert panel of juries.
Chairman of the Kuwait Science Club and the Organizing Committee of IIFME, Mr. Talal Al-Kharafi, expressed his gratitude for the continued patronage of His Highness the Emir of Kuwait, emphasizing that the event has grown into a global platform for inventors to present their work to investors and industry experts. He highlighted the significance of IIFME in fostering economic opportunities and transforming innovations into viable market products that benefit society and contribute to technological progress.
As IIFME celebrates 15 successful editions, it continues to inspire the next generation of inventors, providing them with a gateway to global recognition, funding opportunities, and international collaboration. The resounding success of the 2025 edition sets a strong foundation for future fairs, reinforcing Kuwait’s pivotal role in driving the culture of invention and innovation worldwide.