Entries now open for 2018 Awards for Packaging Innovation

The Dow Chemical Company has announced the call for entries for the 2018 Awards for Packaging Innovation, said to be the longest running independently judged awards program in the packaging industry.

Originated by DuPont in 1986, the Awards for Packaging Innovation honours innovations in packaging design, materials, technology and processes across the entire packaging value chain. This tradition of excellence is now continued by Dow, welcoming brand owners, retailers, packaging designers, converters and technology providers around the world to enter and be recognised.

“In its 30th year, the Awards for Packaging Innovation celebrate innovation and collaboration in packaging throughout the entire value chain,” said Diego Donoso, business president for Dow Packaging & Specialty Plastics. “The awards recognise companies that promote technological advancement, enhance customer product experiences and demonstrate responsible packaging, and winning products demonstrate how they truly have the power to change lives.”

This year, applicants can utilise a streamlined entry process with a simplified online form to complete, submit and track entries, as well as upload accompanying images and videos. Entries will be judged by an independent panel of international packaging judges from a variety of disciplines, to provide the awards with a global perspective across design, engineering, retail, converting and academia. All products must be commercially available when they are entered.

The deadline for entries is 12 April 2018, with the winners to be announced in the third quarter. For more information and to enter, visit www.DowPackagingAwards.com.

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