MPMA unveils UK Packaging Awards 2024 finalists

The Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association (MPMA) is highlighting shortlisted finalists for its two sponsored awards at the UK Packaging Awards 2024, demonstrating the innovation, technical expertise and design creativity exhibited by companies operating in the metal packaging sector.

Metal Packaging of the Year Award: Decorative and General Line, which rewards excellence in innovation and production for specialty packaging comprising mainly promotional and gift products, do-it-yourself and home, personal care and beauty packs. In addition, the award for Metal Packaging of the Year: High Volume Food and Beverage, which covers food and beverage cans.

The MPMA panel of judges shortlisted eight finalists from 17 entries.

The shortlisted finalists are:

Metal Packaging of the Year Award: Decorative and General Line

• Dorchester Hotel Cake Tins – P Wilkinson Containers & William Say
• Dove Go Fresh 150 ml – Moravia Cans
• Johnstone’s Wood Care Garden Colours – Emballator UK
• Marc Jacobs Daisy Drops – Roberts Metal Packaging

Metal Packaging of the Year Award: High Volume Food & Beverage

• Adnams Ghost Ship – Crown Packaging Services EMEA
• Horizon – Eviosys Packaging Services SAS
• Beer La Raoul – CANPACK SA
• Tango Mango – Ardagh Metal Packaging

Jason Galley, managing director of MPMA, comments that, “as the leading voice of the UK metal packaging industry it is always an honor to sponsor these awards in the heart of the packaging world.”

“This year’s shortlisted finalists demonstrate remarkable levels of creativity and expertise in realizing their clients’ aspirations. The results are impressive designs with packs that achieve real visual impact on retailer shelves.”

Galley adds, “The finalists’ use of cutting-edge decorative techniques and innovative design features has understandably received the attention of the judging panel. These awards are a badge of honor for MPMA members and are a testament to their production quality, innovation and packaging expertise.”