As we celebrate the 70th year of the Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards, we’re excited to reveal the first winners of the 2026 competition! Discover our April spotlights to see how these products are advancing sustainability and innovation.
Highest Achievement Award
POUCH3™ Cuboid Packaging Format
Gold Award – Printing
PepsiCo® Doritos® FLAMAS® (7- to 4-Color Transition)
Koeze® Classic Mixed Nuts Pouch
Gold Award – Packaging Excellence
StreamOne® Px Recycle-ready Lidding
POUCH3™ Cuboid Packaging Format
Introducing the POUCH3™ Cuboid – a breakthrough in flexible packaging. Its box-like design delivers a truly full pouch while using up to 30% less material than flat-bottom or stand-up pouches. Fully customizable with handles, zippers, Velcro®, or MagneClose, it can be made in any size or shape. Stackable for efficient carton packing, retail display, expanded branding, and secondary messaging, POUCH3™ reduces waste without compromising performance. Visit Sun Centre USA Inc. to learn more about the manufacturer.
With a bold design and vibrant colors, the PepsiCo® Doritos® FLAMAS® packaging is changing the way brands approach the printing process. By using a 4-color flexographic process, color integrity stays intact while reducing ink consumption. This innovative approach significantly improves press efficiency while maintaining the iconic Doritos® look. Visit Bryce Corporation to learn more about the manufacturer.
The Koeze® Classic Mixed Nuts Pouch delivers a refined experience with strong shelf appeal in the gourmet snack category. Designed with the consumer in mind, it features high-barrier materials with a luxurious matte finish. The clear window provides product visibility in tandem with the quality graphics – demonstrating the flexibility of digital print. Visit Nosco to learn more about the manufacturer.
The StreamOne® Px Recycle-ready Lidding introduces a packaging solution that allows pharmaceutical manufacturers to meet sustainability objectives without sacrificing package performance. With its broad sealing window, mono-material construction, and higher seal strength, this packaging features a peelable, child-resistant opening and delivers significant performance and sustainability advantages when paired with an APET blister. Visit PAXXUS, Inc. to learn more about the manufacturer.
