ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and materials science, is celebrating a major victory at the esteemed 2024 UK Packaging Awards. The company was honored with the Cartonboard Pack of the Year award for its innovative Pret Hong Kong RecycAll HandRap™ packaging range. This recognition underscores ProAmpac’s dedication to sustainable packaging solutions and further solidifies its position as an industry leader. In addition to this top honor, ProAmpac also earned nominations for five other packaging innovations, reflecting the company’s continuous efforts to drive change in the packaging industry.
The UK Packaging Awards, held at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel in London, are widely recognized as one of the most important events in the packaging industry. The awards celebrate groundbreaking achievements in packaging, recognizing companies that have developed innovative and sustainable solutions. Each year, industry leaders, designers, and professionals come together to showcase the most impactful packaging solutions of the year.
“We are thrilled to be recognized at the UK Packaging Awards, particularly with the Cartonboard Pack of the Year award for our Pret Hong Kong RecycAll HandRap™ range,” said Graham Williams, Senior Vice President of ProAmpac’s EU Fiber Division. “This win, along with our nominations for five other packaging innovations, highlights our commitment to supporting our customers’ sustainability goals. It also reflects our dedication to making a meaningful impact in the UK market. At ProAmpac, we are constantly striving to push the boundaries of sustainable packaging while delivering high-performance solutions that contribute to positive change.”
The Pret Hong Kong RecycAll HandRap™ range was specifically developed for Pret a Manger’s cold food-to-go products, offering a fully recyclable, all-fiber packaging solution that replaces traditional plastic packaging. Designed in response to Hong Kong’s ban on single-use plastics, ProAmpac’s packaging solution provides an eco-friendly alternative while maintaining product freshness and visibility. The packaging is used for a variety of Pret a Manger products, including sandwiches, wraps, and baguettes. The innovative solution allows for easy recycling of the packaging materials, ensuring minimal environmental impact and supporting Pret’s broader sustainability objectives.
The packaging solution is designed with an eye-catching, sleek design that showcases the contents of the packaging while ensuring freshness. Unlike traditional plastic films that can be difficult to recycle, ProAmpac’s all-fiber solution integrates seamlessly into existing recycling streams, allowing for a more sustainable lifecycle. This innovation not only adheres to the evolving regulatory standards in regions like Hong Kong but also helps businesses like Pret a Manger meet their sustainability goals without sacrificing product quality or shelf life.
ProAmpac’s victory at the UK Packaging Awards is a testament to the company’s focus on collaborative innovation and proactive sustainability. The company’s proprietary ProActive Sustainability® approach encourages a holistic view of sustainability, integrating eco-friendly practices throughout the design, development, and delivery of packaging solutions. By prioritizing the use of renewable materials, reducing environmental footprints, and promoting recycling, ProAmpac is leading the charge toward a more sustainable packaging industry.
“Our commitment to sustainability is at the heart of everything we do,” Williams continued. “We work closely with our customers to develop packaging solutions that not only meet their functional and aesthetic needs but also contribute to their sustainability goals. Our collaborative approach to innovation is key to delivering packaging that helps businesses stay ahead of the curve, especially as sustainability regulations become more stringent across global markets.”
ProAmpac’s continued recognition at prestigious events like the UK Packaging Awards highlights the company’s unwavering dedication to creating high-performance, sustainable packaging solutions that meet the demands of today’s environmentally conscious market. By focusing on collaborative innovation and sustainability, ProAmpac is setting a new standard in the packaging industry.
To learn more about ProAmpac’s collaborative innovation process or its ProActive Sustainability® offerings, visit ProAmpac.com or contact [email protected].
