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Kuehne+Nagel’s documentary series *Where Next Season 1* received six awards at the Internationale Wirtschaftsfilmtage 2026 in Vienna, including three Gold and three Silver distinctions. The recognition spans documentary, event, and digital content categories, highlighting the series’ versatility and audience engagement across formats. The awards were presented during the festival, which celebrates excellence in corporate storytelling and business communication. The series was developed in collaboration with experts from science, engineering, economics, and design.

The awards underscore the series’ impact in fostering conversations beyond traditional corporate narratives. Marco Strolz, Global Head of Brand at Kuehne+Nagel, emphasized the series’ focus on exploring how global commerce shapes the world. The recognition reflects the ambition behind the series to engage with systemic change and critical global supply chains. The documentary series examines the semiconductor industry and its fragility within global trade networks.

The series’ second season, *Where Next Season 2: Crisis, Hope and Opportunity*, was released on May 12, 2026. It expands on the themes explored in the first season by addressing overlapping global pressures. These include climate change, economic uncertainty, social disruption, and rapid technological change. The second season aims to examine pathways toward building more resilient futures in response to these challenges.

The Internationale Wirtschaftsfilmtage is one of Europe’s leading corporate film festivals, recognizing innovation and excellence in business communication. The festival’s jury acknowledged the series’ ability to engage audiences through compelling storytelling and diverse content formats. The awards ceremony took place in Vienna, where the festival is held annually.