GUALA Closures and Smurfit Westrock were among the winners at the inaugural Encirc Partnership Awards, an event designed to celebrate collaboration and innovation across the beverages industry.
Held during the firm’s Partnership Day, the awards recognised contributions from suppliers, retailers, and strategic partners. The event, hosted at The Londoner in Leicester Square, brought together over 100 companies and attendees discussed key topics such as sustainability, cost management, and the importance of doing more with less.
Among the winners was Guala Closures, who took home three awards: Highest Performer in Supply, Highest Performer in Quality, and Dry Goods Supplier of the Year.
Richard Lloyd, MD of Encirc Beverages, said, “The Partnership Awards were the perfect way to cap off a day dedicated to collaboration. These winners are shining examples of what can be achieved when we work together as an industry. Their contributions are driving real change, whether it’s improving sustainability, enhancing product development, or ensuring the highest standards of quality.”
Other key winners include:
- Highest Performer in Product Development: Reflex Label Plus
- Collaboration & Innovation Award: Optashift
- Well-being & Safety Champion: Mathias & Sons
- Sustainability Champion: Smurfit Westrock
- Account Manager of the Year: Charlotte Harper, Reflex Label Plus
- Indirect Supplier of the Year: Etavoni
Richard Lloyd added, “These awards highlight the immense talent and commitment we have in this sector – our suppliers are our superpowers. By recognising our partners’ successes, we hope to encourage further collaboration across the supply chain, helping the entire industry move forward with a united vision.”
