Categories
We offer six different categories for entry. If your innovation spans multiple areas, feel free to participate in more than one category. Before choosing your preferred competition category, ensure that you thoroughly understand each option.
If you have any questions about your entry, please contact startup@thepackhub.com
Alternative Materials
Typical innovations for this award category include:
- Biomaterial alternatives to virgin plastic
- Compostable or biodegradable packaging
- Alternative material switches (e.g. plastic to paper)
Connected Packaging
Typical innovations for this award category include:
- Smart & intelligent packaging solutions
- Augmented reality
- NFC & RFID
- Smart barcodes
- Smart anti-counterfeiting solutions
Increased Functionality
Typical innovations for this award category include:
- Resealability
- On-the-go portability
- Ease of use
- Easy open
- Improved dispensing
- Dosage control
Online
Typical innovations for this award category include:
- Supply chain improvements
- Material improvements
- Delivery improvements
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
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.