wine, beer and spirits

Packaging for liquid or dry tea, coffee, water and soft drinks

All e-commerce packaging solutions including outer shippers, boxes, mailers, envelopes, shipper materials, etc.

Packaging of all electrical items

All food packaging including fresh, frozen, dried or other

All kinds of consumer or industrial Packaging for fresh fruits & vegetables.

Includes the packaging of cosmetics, toiletries, supplements, vitamins, perfumes, hair body and oral-care.

Includes the packaging of household items, toys, stationery, gifts, clothing, garden equipment and decorating

The addition of content to a pack which creates a unique or innovative appearance, function or communication. This may include labels, sleeves, tags, coding/markings, etching, directly applied inks or by any other similar process.

Includes seasonal and religious festival gift packaging and high end products like perfume or jewelry that has the ability to "wow" the consumer

Packaging of all medicines including prescription, over the counter and medical equipment packaging

Any specific material or component which creates a differentiating appearance, unique funtionality or notable innovation that enhances a pack's performance.

Packaging for all pet products including food, treats and pet care.

End of aisle display units

Industrial (heavy duty) and distribution packaging – inter-company packaging and internet packaging

Packaging for all kinds of toys and games for kids or even for adults.

Digital packaging is packaging that is made using digital technology, software or any digitally controlled manufacturing protocols.

Packaging for gifts or any special packaging for special occasions.

This category recognizes innovative packaging prototypes that have not yet been commercially launched but has strong commercial potential to be implemented in the market

Miscellaneous packs that are not included in any other category.

This category is dedicated to focus on the responsible use of packaging material (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Restore) to promote sustainability.

This category focus on the use of packaging design and general esthetics in pack branding to represent the brand equity.

This category is dedicated to focus on packaging solution that reduce food losses or food waste in a relevant amount.

This award is considered the best of the best of all WorldStar Winners and is selected personally and individually by the President of WPO once the judging process is over. All entries receiving a WorldStar will be put forward for the President's Award selection.

This award is designed to recognise packaging that is accessible, inclusive, easy to open, grip and handle. Packaging that is accessible and easy to open empowers consumers, provides convenience and allows you to grow your market share by meeting changing consumer needs.