Published 27 Apr 2026

five elements digital Again Finalist Among the 8 Best SEO Agencies at the European Search Awards

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Bucharest, April 2026 – five elements digital, a Romanian digital marketing agency specializing in SEO and growth strategies, has been shortlisted for the seventh consecutive year at the European Search Awards 2026, in the Best Small SEO Agency category, being one of the 8 agencies selected across Europe.

This nomination comes in a highly competitive context: this year’s edition attracted several hundred entries from across Europe, from which approximately 140 companies were shortlisted. Out of these, only 8 agencies reached the final stage in this category, with five elements digital once again among them.

This performance reinforces the agency’s position Enterprise SEO brought to Europe and the US from one of the most consistent players in Central and Eastern Europe in the SEO space, in an industry dominated by global networks and international marketing groups.

“This nomination is not just a one-time recognition, but the result of sustained effort over many years. In recent years, the way users discover information has changed significantly, with developments in Google Search and the rise of AI platforms such as ChatGPT and Perplexity AI. We have continuously adapted our strategies to reflect these changes and to deliver real results for our clients,” said Steffen Heringhaus, founder of five elements digital.

The European Search Awards is one of the most important competitions in the European digital marketing industry, recognizing excellence in SEO, PPC, and online performance. Consistent presence on the shortlist is widely regarded as a strong indicator of sustained performance and innovation in a rapidly evolving field.

five elements digital works with companies across competitive industries such as publishing, e-commerce, finance, healthcare, and telecom, managing projects that generate tens of millions of organic visits each month and directly contribute to revenue growth.

Over the past year, the agency has further strengthened its premium boutique positioning, focusing on high-impact projects and the integration of new discovery channels, including AI-driven search and digital PR.

The awards ceremony will take place in May 2026 and will bring together leading digital industry players from across Europe.

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