
Packaging machine manufacturer in flow
In the 70th anniversary year of Hugo Beck Maschinenbau GmbH & Co. KG, the family business reached a special turning point in 2025.
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The 24 finalists for the European Carton Excellence Award have been selected from over 100 entries. This means that the public vote is also open, in which consumers, industry experts and university representatives can vote for their favourite.
The 24 contributions came from renowned Cartonboard manufacturers and processors, brand owners and designers of the industry, all of whom have demonstrated their commitment to innovation and sustainability. The The winner of the Audience Award will be announced on 21 September 2023 at the gala event of the European Carton Excellence Award in Seville, Spain.
"The European Carton Excellence Award celebrates creativity, innovation and sustainability in the packaging industry. We are delighted to announce the finalists for this year's public vote, which include some highly inspiring and creative designs. With more than 100 entries, the ECEA is the most important competition for folding carton packaging in Europe. We look forward to seeing which of the many exciting new carton packs consumers and the industry as a whole will choose as the winner."
Winfried MühlingDirector of Marketing & Communication at Pro Carton
The Voting is open until Tuesday, 15 August 2023possible.
Source: Per Carton

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