International Powerlifting Federation - IPF

10/03/2026

https://www.powerlifting.sport/about-ipf/news/news-detail/official-update-relocation-of-the-2026-ipf-world-classic-open-championship-to-druskininkai-lithuania

The IPF Executive Committee has carefully reviewed the current situation in the United Arab Emirates and the recent developments affecting Dubai and the surrounding region. Following a structured risk assessment and consultation with relevant stakeholders, the Executive Committee has made the decisi...

22/02/2026

https://www.powerlifting.sport/about-ipf/news/news-detail/in-memoriam-alan-ferguson

Dear friends,It is with great sadness that we report to you the passing of Mr. Alan Ferguson.Please take the time to honor and remember Alan Ferguson, a man whose strength was measured not only in the weight he lifted, but in the lives, he lifted around him. He lifted us all up.Notably, Alan was the...

05/02/2026

https://www.powerlifting.sport/about-ipf/news/news-detail/sheffield-2026

At the Sheffield Championships this weekend, we all experienced a spectacular event full of excitement and top performances. Not only from the athletes, but also the organization of the event, loading and spotting, media presentation and the hard work from all the teams who came together to make thi...

28/01/2026

Be alert! Fraudsters are impersonating IPF officials.

If you receive an email request that looks strange or is from someone you haven't heard of before, CHECK that it is legitimate before complying.

Be vigilant and don't fall for a scam.

11/01/2026

https://www.powerlifting.sport/about-ipf/news/news-detail/update-to-ipf-approved-apparel-and-equipment-list-stoic

INTERNATIONAL POWERLIFTING FEDERATION OFFICIAL NOTICE

10/01/2026

https://www.powerlifting.sport/about-ipf/news/news-detail/ipf-streamlines-technical-rule-book-feedback-process-as-part-of-2026-technical-rule-book-consultation

The International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) has launched an IPF Technical Rule Book Feedback Form as part of the consultation process following the IPF Executive Committee approved postponement of the implementation of the 2026 IPF Technical Rule Book to 01 March 2026.

23/12/2025

https://www.powerlifting.sport/about-ipf/news/news-detail/christmas-message-of-sigurjon-petursson

2025 is coming to a close and what a fantastic year it has been.  It was a year of adventure for me and two major milestones come to mind.

30/11/2025