Kick off 2026 with a competitive edge at PACK EXPO East. Register now!
Get a jump on your 2026 goals at PACK EXPO East. Put projects in motion, accelerate timelines and solve challenges—all in one trip to Philadelphia.

DuPont Awards deadline draws near

Time is running out to enter the 24th DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation.

DuPont Awards deadline for entries is February 24, 2012.
DuPont Awards deadline for entries is February 24, 2012.

Deadline for entries in the industry’s longest-running competition is Feb. 24, 2012.  Products commercialized no earlier than January 2010 are eligible.  Winners in the program will be honored in May during a ceremony with DuPont senior leadership in Wilmington, Del.  They also will be invited to engage with the panel jury to gain insights and advice during an adjacent educational program.


In evaluating entries, the independent juror panel will consider excellence in one or more of these areas:  innovation, sustainability, and cost/waste reduction.   There is no fee for entry, and DuPont materials do not need to be in the packaging structure.  Forms, guidelines and past winners can be seen at www.packaging.dupont.com.  Packaging designers, converters, consumer goods producers, retailers and equipment manufacturers from around the world are encouraged to enter their new product packaging developments. 


Annual Outlook Report: Workforce
Hiring remains a major challenge in packaging, with 78% struggling to fill unskilled roles and 84% lacking experienced workers. As automation grows, companies must rethink hiring and training. Download the full report for key insights.
Download Now
Annual Outlook Report: Workforce
Annual Outlook Report: Sustainability
The road ahead for CPGs in 2025 and beyond—Packaging World editors review key findings from a survey of 88 brand owners, CPG, and FMCG readers.
Download Now
Annual Outlook Report: Sustainability