Dow Recognizes the Winners for the 35th Dow Packaging Innovation Awards at Tokyo Pack 2024
Dow announced the winners of the 35th Packaging Innovation Awards at Tokyo Pack 2024, following evaluation by an international jury of 18 experts. The competition recognized 28 winners across Diamond, Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Special Award categories, selected based on technological advancement, sustainability, and enhanced user experience. Panasonic Energy secured the Diamond Award for their paper-based battery bag. Nearly half of this year's submissions came from Asia, highlighting the region's growing influence in packaging innovation. The awards ceremony marked its first-ever hosting in Asia, reflecting the region's significance as a global manufacturing hub.
Dow ha annunciato i vincitori dei 35° Packaging Innovation Awards durante il Tokyo Pack 2024, a seguito di una valutazione da parte di una giuria internazionale composta da 18 esperti. Il concorso ha riconosciuto 28 vincitori nelle categorie Diamante, Platino, Oro, Argento e Premi Speciali, selezionati in base ai progressi tecnologici, alla sostenibilità e al miglioramento dell'esperienza utente. Panasonic Energy ha conquistato il Premio Diamante per il loro sacchetto per batterie in cartone. Quasi la metà delle candidature di quest'anno proveniva dall'Asia, evidenziando l'influenza crescente della regione nell'innovazione del packaging. La cerimonia di premiazione ha segnato la sua prima ospitalità in Asia, riflettendo l'importanza della regione come hub globale per la produzione.
Dow anunció a los ganadores de los 35° Packaging Innovation Awards en Tokyo Pack 2024, tras una evaluación realizada por un jurado internacional de 18 expertos. El concurso reconoció a 28 ganadores en las categorías Diamante, Platino, Oro, Plata y Premios Especiales, seleccionados en base a los avances tecnológicos, la sostenibilidad y la mejora de la experiencia del usuario. Panasonic Energy obtuvo el Premio Diamante por su bolsa de baterías a base de papel. Casi la mitad de las presentaciones de este año provinieron de Asia, destacando la creciente influencia de la región en la innovación en packaging. La ceremonia de premiación marcó la primera vez que se llevó a cabo en Asia, reflejando la importancia de la región como un centro de fabricación global.
Dow는 도쿄 팩 2024에서 국제 전문가 18명으로 구성된 심사위원회의 평가를 거쳐 제35회 포장 혁신상의 수상자를 발표했습니다. 이 대회는 기술 발전, 지속 가능성 및 향상된 사용자 경험을 기준으로 다이아몬드, 플래티넘, 골드, 실버 및 특별상 카테고리에서 28명의 수상자를 선정했습니다. Panasonic Energy는 종이 기반 배터리 가방으로 다이아몬드 상을 수상했습니다. 올해 제출물의 거의 절반이 아시아에서 왔으며, 이는 포장 혁신에서 이 지역의 영향력이 커지고 있음을 강조합니다. 수상식은 아시아에서 최초로 개최된 행사로, 이 지역의 글로벌 제조 중심지로서의 중요성을 반영하고 있습니다.
Dow a annoncé les gagnants des 35ème Packaging Innovation Awards lors du Tokyo Pack 2024, suite à l'évaluation d'un jury international composé de 18 experts. Le concours a reconnu 28 lauréats dans les catégories Diamant, Platine, Or, Argent et Prix Spéciaux, choisis en fonction des avancées technologiques, de la durabilité et de l'amélioration de l'expérience utilisateur. Panasonic Energy a remporté le prix Diamant pour son sac à batterie en papier. Près de la moitié des soumissions de cette année provenaient d'Asie, mettant en évidence l'influence croissante de la région dans l'innovation en matière d'emballage. La cérémonie de remise des prix a marqué sa première réception en Asie, reflétant l'importance de la région en tant que pôle manufacturier mondial.
Dow gab die Gewinner der 35. Packaging Innovation Awards bei der Tokyo Pack 2024 bekannt, nach einer Bewertung durch eine internationale Jury von 18 Experten. Der Wettbewerb erkannte 28 Gewinner in den Kategorien Diamant, Platin, Gold, Silber und Sonderpreise an, die basierend auf technologischen Fortschritten, Nachhaltigkeit und verbesserter Benutzererfahrung ausgewählt wurden. Panasonic Energy sicherte sich den Diamantpreis für ihre papierbasierte Batterietasche. Fast die Hälfte der Einreichungen in diesem Jahr kam aus Asien, was den wachsenden Einfluss der Region in der Verpackungsinnovation hervorhebt. Die Preisverleihung fand zum ersten Mal in Asien statt und spiegelt die Bedeutung der Region als globales Produktionszentrum wider.
- First-time hosting in Asia demonstrates strategic market expansion
- Strong participation with nearly 50% of submissions from Asia region
- Diverse international participation indicates global market presence
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Insights
The 35th Dow Packaging Innovation Awards showcases incremental progress in packaging technology but lacks immediate material impact on Dow's financial performance. While the event highlights Dow's leadership in packaging innovation and strong presence in Asia, particularly notable with nearly half of submissions from the region, it represents more of a branding and relationship-building exercise than a revenue-driving initiative.
The focus on sustainability and technological advancement in packaging aligns with market trends, but the event itself is a routine industry recognition program rather than a business catalyst. Despite the prestigious nature of the awards, they don't directly influence Dow's market position or financial outlook in a meaningful way.
Prior to the awards ceremony, an international jury of 18 experts from across the packaging value chain convened in
"This year's entries reflect not just the progress of innovation, but also the cumulative achievement of years of creative problem-solving around global challenges. The diversity of entries has been exceptional. From advanced materials that extend product shelf life to designs that significantly reduce packaging waste, the innovations we have seen demonstrate the industry's capacity to address complex challenges. The awards not only celebrate current achievements but also set the stage for future advancements in the global packaging landscape," said Karen S. Carter, president, Packaging & Specialty Plastics, Dow.
"With Asia's role as the world's manufacturing hub, hosting the Packaging Innovation Awards in the region for the first time marks a significant milestone. And the industry has responded magnificently with nearly half of this year's submissions originating from
David Luttenberger, the jury chairperson for the 35th edition of the PIA and global packaging director for Mintel Group Ltd., added, "After more than a decade of sitting as a judge, the greatest reward has been the ability to innovate and create new paths of recognition. This includes the introduction of a Special Award category dedicated to emerging markets and breaking frontiers in mono-material packaging. It's a testament to the evolving global landscape of excellence where new talents and ideas can really shape the future of our customer industries."
The following 28 finalists have won the Diamond, Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Special Award categories.
Diamond Award winner:
- Paper-based Bag for Dry Batteries by Panasonic Energy Co., Ltd with TOPPAN INFOMEDIA CO., LTD
Platinum Award winners:
- Graphene-enhanced Packaging – Gerdau Graphene's Sustainable Innovation by Gerdau Graphene
- Hetbahn® with Bio-Circular Packaging by CJ CheilJedang Corp
- Macada – Paper Box for Macadamia by Starprint Public Company Limited
- Paper Based Packaging for Spreads by Upfield
- Star Drop – Squeeze Bottle for Liquid Cosmetic Products by Aptar (
China ) Investment Co., Ltd - Versafiller Paper-based Honeycomb Structure by P&G China
Gold Award winners:
- Bom Ar Spray de Ambientes by Reckitt Industrial with Plastipak Packaging
- Cioccoriso Perugina – Plastic Bottle for Chocolate by Nestlé Italiana Spa
- First-of-its-kind Biscuits Outer Paper Bag by ITC Limited
- Heat-shrink Labels from Recycled Light-blocking PET Bottles by Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Co., Ltd
- Ice-cream Packaging Box to Create a DIY "Pino Gacha" by MORINAGA MILK INDUSTRY CO., LTD with TOPPAN Inc.
- Magmark SS by Magnomer
- Neo Dropper Autoload Design by Aptar (
China ) Investment Co., Ltd - PET Film for Cold Blister Forming by UFlex Limited Film Division
- Reusable Transport Packaging for Large Household Appliances by Free Pack Net Holding SAGL
- 26mm Lightweight Water Closure Beverage Cap by Alltrista
Silver Award winners:
- BarrierFlex NutVault – Plastic Packaging Bag for Nuts by Packaging Industries Limited
- Figmint Paper-based Packaging for Kitchen Products by Target Corporation
- Flat-shaped Multipurpose Repair Tape by 3M
- Inikin Brew-on-demand Tea Beverage Packaging with Freshness Retaining Cap by Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Co., Ltd (Yili Group)
- PharmaGuard® Recyclable Blister Packaging for Pharmaceutical Products by SÜDPACK MEDICA AG
- 'Tube Pouch' Plastic Tube Container for Food and Cosmetics by TOPPAN Inc.
100% Recyclable Stand-up Pouch for Detergent Liquid by Henkel Guatemala (Henkel La Luz, S.A.)
Special Award winners:
- AmPrima® PE Plus for Coffee by Amcor with Kjeldsberg
- Cioccoriso Perugina – Plastic Bottle for Chocolate by Nestlé Italiana Spa
- EcoLamHighPlus – Polyethylene-based Fully Recyclable Pouches for Breakfast Cereals by SB-Constantia Flexibles India
- Fiama Handwash Recyclable Standup Pouch – First in
India by ITC Limited - Reciplus – Cafe Sello Rojo Mono-Material Coffee Packaging by Alico SAS BIC
For a detailed look at these entries, please refer here.
As a proud sponsor of the Packaging Innovation Awards, Dow maintains non-participation in both the judging process and participant selection to ensure the integrity and impartiality of the competition.
About the Packaging Innovation Awards
The Packaging Innovation Awards has been one of the packaging industry's premier competitions for over 30 years. Emerging up-and-comers and well-established brands alike have the opportunity to have their most innovative packaging judged on the world's stage. The Packaging Innovation Awards celebrates creations that challenge the accepted limits of what's possible, showcase new technologies or techniques, and inspire future innovation. The winning packages are celebrated and showcased across the global packaging industry, receiving recognition among industry peers, and gaining exposure in new markets and with new audiences. You can learn more at https://pia.awardsplatform.com.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately
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