EASYFAIRS UK, the organiser of Packaging Innovations & Empack, has confirmed Swiss Pack as the winner of the Innovation Gallery award for its FORMIL refill spout pouch.
The solution emerged victorious from a record 147 entries. The top 10 packaging innovations, selected by a panel of experts led by Paul Jenkins, founder of ThePackHub, were showcased at the Innovation Gallery during the recent event.
In collaboration with Algramo, Swiss Pack Europe developed the refillable FORMIL spout pouch for Lidl, providing an alternative to traditional detergent packaging. Designed to minimise waste, the pouches empower customers to refill their laundry detergent in-store, promoting sustainable shopping habits while offering cost savings through bulk purchasing incentives.
“This year’s Innovation Gallery selections highlight how packaging continues to evolve to address performance and sustainability challenges,” said Paul Jenkins. “Swiss Pack Europe’s achievement exemplifies a commitment to pioneering packaging solutions that support industry needs and environmental goals.”
Swiss Pack sales manager Sucharita added, “We worked closely with Lidl to ensure that our design was not only functional but aligned with their sustainability objectives. A key challenge was optimising the pouch’s shape for seamless compatibility with refill stations. Through rigorous testing and collaboration, we successfully developed a solution that integrates effortlessly into the refill system.”
