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The Women in Packaging Excellence Awards Are Back for 2026!

Following the success of the inaugural Women in Packaging Excellence Awards 2025, we are pleased to announce that the awards return in 2026 - and nominations are officially open.

In July 2025, industry leaders gathered in London to celebrate the incredible women driving the UK packaging sector forward. The event was born from a desire to shine a light on the often underrepresented women talent within the industry - and it did just that. The night recognised not only remarkable achievements, but also the courage, perseverance, and impact of those women championing a more inclusive, innovative, and sustainable future for packaging.

In 2026, we continue that mission. If you know a woman or male ally making an outstanding contribution to the packaging sector, now is the time to put their name forward. Nominations are free and only take two minutes of your time. 


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Nominations Close: Friday 9 January 2026

Beyond the awards themselves, I loved seeing how this created a real moment of recognition for the amazing women driving change in our sector. Seeing the breadth of talent - from rising stars to established champions - really highlighted just how much expertise and innovation women bring to the sector. Every finalist and winner was so truly deserving for pushing boundaries and raising the bar.

Amy Hooper, Biffa

An ideal platform to celebrate the significant contribution that women are making to innovation and change in the world of sustainable packaging.

Keith Spilsbury, The Wool Packaging Company

This was an excellent, professional and empowering event! Woman deserve this recognition for their fantastic work in packaging.

Polly Bartynek, Suntory Global Spirits

It was a great opportunity to meet other people in the industry and see what other people are working on.

Kirsty Plovie, Parkside Flexibles

A fantastic evening showcasing the achievements and talents of so many women in the packaging industry, an industry where women are often underrepresented.

Faerch UK

It was such an honour and a thrill to be a finalist at the inaugural awards, which showcased female energy in action. The buzz in the room was empowering and uplifting. Proper packaging, passionate girl power! Fantastic initiative to encourage women in the industry to believe anything is possible. 

Robinson Plastic Packaging Ltd

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Are you, or do you know someone who is paving the way in packaging? 

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Choose from 30 categories to nominate

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Women in Packaging Excellence Awards is an excellent and unique opportunity to showcase your dedication to supporting women leaders in the industry, aligning your brand with a pivotal movement shaping the future for women in packaging.

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