Showcasing the future of innovative packaging

The inaugural Packaging Startup Awards 2023, proudly brought to you by ThePackHub in partnership with event hosts Easyfairs, is a new initiative designed to recognize and celebrate the most innovative solutions created by packaging startups from around the globe. 

These awards offer a platform for emerging startup talents to showcase their ideas, providing us with a glimpse into the future of packaging innovation. A distinguished panel of industry experts will evaluate the entries, culminating in a finalist presentation at London Packaging Week on Friday, September 22nd.

Entries open until midnight on Wednesday 16th of August.

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Why Enter?

  • It’s Free to enter: That’s right. There is no charge to enter these awards.
  • Industry Recognition: Being part of the Packaging Startup Awards provides a unique opportunity for you to gain some packaging industry recognition, helping to improve your startup’s credibility and prestige.
  • Investor Attraction: Awards often catch the eye of investors who are looking for promising companies in the packaging industry. This could lead to increased investment opportunities.
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Judges

Our distinguished judging panel are all members of ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone platform, ensuring they are not only current with the latest packaging trends but also expertly skilled in identifying the best innovative solutions within the packaging industry.

Charlotte Trewin

Packaging Development

Joe Kim

Director, Global Innovation

Laura Fernandez

Senior Packaging Sustainability Manager

Nikki Grainge

Packaging Development Manager

Olumide Ojo-Oratokhai

Packaging Development Manager

William Guest

Sustainable Packaging Manager

HOW TO ENTER:

PICK YOUR CATEGORY BELOW, THEN GO THROUGH TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION FORM VIA THE PACK HUB AWARDS LOG IN PLATFORM.

Alternative Materials

Alternative Materials

Typical innovations for this award category include: Biomaterial alternatives to virgin plastic. Composting and biodegradable packaging. Alternative material switches (e.g. plasic to paper).
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Connected Packaging

Connected Packaging

Typical innovations for this award category include: Smart & intelligent packaging solutions, Augmented reality, NFC & RFID, Smart barcodes, Smart anti-counterfeiting solutions.
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Increased Functionality

Increased Functionality

Typical innovations for this award category include: Resealability, On-the-go portability, Ease of use, Easy open, Improved dispensing, Dosage control.
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Online

Online

Typical innovations for this award category include: Supply chain improvements, Material improvements, Delivery improvements.
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Refill & Reuse

Refill & Reuse

Typical innovations for this award category include: Reusable takeaway packaging, Refill packs, Reusable drink packaging, Refill systems, Cleaning and operational enhancements, Tracking and consumer engagement.
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Waste Reduction

Waste Reduction

Typical innovations for this award category include: Reducing food waste or increasing shelf life, Recycling initiatives either through packaging with improved recyclability or increased recycled content, Reduced material usage or lightweighting.
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