forlabels is proud to announce its distinction at the WorldStar Packaging Awards 2026, one of the most respected international institutions in the global packaging industry. More specifically, forlabels received international recognition for the packaging of IONIS Ultra Premium EVOO by Nutria S.A., which was awarded in the Food category—confirming the company’s consistent presence in a highly demanding global evaluation environment.
IONIS Ultra Premium EVOO: A holistic approach to food packaging
The packaging of IONIS Ultra Premium EVOO by Nutria S.A. was designed to highlight the product’s premium character, leveraging advanced printing technologies that ensure high definition, color consistency, and precise application in the final result.
The project stood out for its effective use of shrink sleeve technology, achieving full container coverage with high technical accuracy and aesthetic consistency, fully aligned with the product’s identity. The final implementation is a clear example of how forlabels’ expertise translates into solutions that strengthen brand identity while supporting overall market positioning.
About the WorldStar Packaging Awards
Organized by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO), the WorldStar Packaging Awards are among the most recognized and demanding international competitions in the packaging sector. The awards aim to highlight projects that stand out not only for their design, but also for functionality, coherence, sustainability, and the overall value they add to both product and brand.
Each year, the competition brings together award-winning entries from around the world, significantly raising the level of competition and making any distinction at WorldStar particularly meaningful.
The 2026 evaluation process
For the 2026 edition, more than 481 entries from across the globe were evaluated by an international jury of 48 judges, representing WPO member countries. The assessment was based on strict, multi-layered criteria covering design, technical execution, functionality, clarity of information, and the overall user experience delivered by the packaging.
Within this framework, the packaging of IONIS Ultra Premium EVOO stood out for its balanced and integrated approach—where design, technical precision, and clear product presentation work together seamlessly, consistently supporting the brand’s identity and positioning.
What this distinction means for forlabels
At the same time, as part of our participation in the ELLΑ-ΔΙΚΑ ΜΑΣ initiative, the award carries a wider message: a confident Greek presence, making its mark on the global packaging stage.
This distinction follows the recognition of forlabels as Grand Award – Printing Leader of the Year at the Packaging Awards 2025 by Boussias Events, under the auspices of AGMPM, further confirming forlabels’ strategic approach to packaging as a field of technological advancement and measurable value—combining innovation, technical accuracy, and consistent quality across every implementation. t also represents an important milestone for the company, its people who support the collective effort every day, and its partners who continue to place their trust in forlabels for the development and execution of their packaging solutions.
We would like to sincerely thank the people of forlabels for their continued dedication, as well as our partners and clients for their trust and long-standing collaboration, which remain a vital part of this journey.
Awards ceremony & international context
The official WorldStar Packaging Awards 2026 ceremony will take place on May 8, 2026, in Düsseldorf, Germany, as part of interpack, the world’s leading trade fair for packaging and processing technologies.
Hosting the ceremony within the interpack framework further reinforces the global prestige of the awards, bringing together professionals, brands, and institutions from across the international packaging ecosystem.
The full list of WorldStar Packaging Awards 2026 winners is available on the official website: worldstar.org.
