2025 winners
Supreme award
Sponsored by Premier
Caffeine Book by Ripe Digital
L-R – David Jones, presenter, George Penney, production director at Ripe Digital and Karen Canavan, sales director-South at Premier.
The judges said:
“The judges felt this book is an excellent example of digital printing that is integrated into a well designed and superbly executed job. The quality of printing and finishing were noted as was the register between the transparent line drawings and images in the underlying pictures, which added to the overall quality of the work.”
Adding value
Sponsored by Compass Business Finance
A Fresh Approach with Enduring Impact by Eight Group
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Lance Hill, CEO at Eight Group and Jamie Nelson, director at Compass Business Finance.
The judges said:
“Eight Group clearly adopted a thoughtful approach to refreshing and redesigning a charitable mailing campaign. As well as creating a design sympathetic to its customer’s needs, they increased donors, raising income, and provided a cost-effective data-driven campaign.”
Also nominated:
- Compassion – Welcome Pack by Kingsline Solutions
Agency award for print in multi-channel marketing
Sponsored by Premier
Harnessing Data to Elevate Creativity in Direct Mail by Nutshell Creative
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Rob Flannery, sales and marketing manager, Mark Scammel, senior designer and studio lead, and Lucy Swanston, managing director, all from Nutshell Creative and Dave Collins, regional sales director at Premier.
The judges said:
“Well executed campaign linked to in-store advertising and direct mail with resulted in a significant increase in response and revenue.”
Also nominated:
- The Bonusly App Campaign by Print4UK
B2 digital print
Sponsored by Fujifilm
UK Picture Editors Guild Awards Brochure by Impress Print Services
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Mike Kille, managing director at Impress Print Services and Spencer Green, head of print on demand UK and Ireland at Fujifilm.
The judges said:
“This winning entry demonstrates excellent application of the B2 format in delivering this high-impact 64-page brochure. The photography was reproduced to a very high colour standard, producing a premium product.”
Also nominated:
- “Support your local artist” by J Point Plus
Books
Sponsored by Heidelberg
Rolex Building, New York by Pureprint Group
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Simon Young, client services manager at Pureprint, Phil Buttress, head of sales at Heidelberg and Richard Osborne, managing director at Pureprint.
The judges said:
“The judges were Impressed by the integration of the white Indigo ink on white stock.”
Also nominated:
- Building Our Story: 200 Years of Campus Life by Chapel Press
- The Art of Place by Gavin Martin Colournet
- Aston Martin Valhalla by Rapidity
Creative use of substrates
Sponsored by Antalis
Caffeine Book by Ripe Digital
L-R – David Jones, presenter, George Penney, production manager at Ripe Digital and Jeff Gill, digital specialist at Antalis.
The judges said:
“The judges were unanimous in their praise for the Caffeine Book from Ripe Digital. The print quality is superb despite the use of a variety of print media. The use of transparent foil with simulated pencil drawing was innovative and very effective in promoting the company (Pencil Studio). Overall an excellent piece, well designed, and superbly executed.
Also nominated:
- Ocean by Gavin Martin Colournet
- Chancho Art Catalogue by Calverts
- Version One Pre-Workout by Litograf
Designed for digital print and finishing
Sponsored by Intelligent Finishing Systems
Superagency: What Could Possibly Go Right with Our AI Future by Pureprint Group
L-R David Jones, presenter, Karl Lawrence, group technical sales director at Pureprint, Tim Clifton, technical director at Intelligent Finishing Systems and Luke Hodson, marketing director at Pureprint.
The judges said:
“This entry demonstrated a full understanding of designing a product for digital print. A very innovative example of variable print encapsulating AI features!”
Also nominated
- Fontaines D.C. by J Point Plus
- Nespresso Box by Rapidity
- Quinn Bee Honey Labels by Indigo Ross
Digitally-printed labels and packaging
Sponsored by Close Brothers Asset Finance
Aureus Vita Dry Gin by Amberley Labels
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Claire Dosoruth, new business development manager, David Richards, managing director both from Amberley Labels, Jonathan Bennett, commercial director at Close Brothers Asset Finance, Hannah Reynard, account manager and John Hill, non-food technical manager both from Amberley Labels.
The judges said:
“A beautiful combination of digital print, hot foil, and textured substrate.”
Also nominated:
- Stella Artois Chalice Box by Rapidity
- QLD Distillery – Crystalic Vodka by Label Power
- Wax Melts Packaging by Indigo Ros
Finishing and embellishment
Sponsored by Morgana
Pratsch by Litograf
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Eduard Vidra, business manager and Jaroslav Vidra, CEO, both from Litograf and Gavin Blakemore, UK national sales manager at Morgana.
The judges said:
“Elegant and beautifully produced. The impact of texture and vibrancy of colour contrast are exceptional.”
Also nominated:
- Premium Quality Baklawa Packaging by Sketches International
- Champagne Cask Rum by All4Labels UK – Hull
- The Science Museum – Research & Public History Annual Report by Impress Print Services
Future star
Sponsored by Ozzle Jobs in partnership with Young People in Print
Kartik Rashinkar from Precision Proco
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Kartik Rashinkar, machine operator at Precision Proco and Elizabeth Bowerman from Young People in Print and Kelly Morris, director at Ozzle.
The judges said:
“This future stars passion, drive and ability to cast a fresh perspective on problems stood out, their rapid rise at their workplace is evidence of their talents and the long term future they have within this industry.”
Also nominated:
- Alex Parkinson from Impress Print Services
- Emma Taylor from Printed.com
- Isabel Shanahan from Imageco
- Jacob Kent-Ledger from Citiprint
Inkjet in direct mail
Sponsored by Canon
University of Surrey – Your Journey Starts Right Here by Impress Print Services
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Alison Bromley, marketing manager and Jon Spearink, business development director, both from Impress Print Services and Stuart Rising, head of graphic arts, at Canon.
The judges said:
“The judges were impressed with this striking and stand-out mail piece for university offers, utilising QR codes and landing pages to drive digital engagement, proving that some of the best communications are where print and digital are combined. The engagement rate of nearly 31% is a testament to the innovative design and this is great example of a highly personalised cost-effective mailing raising the bar of how universities connect with future students.”
Also nominated:
- Bower Collective by Latcham
Innovation
Sponsored by Heidelberg
Gavin Martin M+ Swatch Book by Gavin Martin Colournet
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Gary Bird, director at Gavin Martin Colournet and Phil Buttress, head of sales at Heidelberg.
The judges said:
“The judges were impressed by the quality of solid colour, the finishing and interactive nature of the mailer – bright, engaging, and with measurably high ROI.”
Also nominated:
- Stella Artois Tennis Ball Box by Rapidity
- RAF Fighter Pilot Helmet Wraps by Coastline Graphics
- Charity Support Management by Kingsline Solution
Marketing collateral
Sponsored by EBB Paper
Paper with a Smile Book by Gavin Martin Colournet
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Gary Bird, director at Gavin Martin Colournet and David Tennent, sales director at EBB Paper.
The judges said:
“The judges were impressed by the complete immersion in quality. The concept so neatly tied to brand with shape cut, the tactility of the finished product felt awe inspiring.”
Also nominated:
- Antalis Eco Box by Prosign Print and Display
- Skyscanner Ads Platform Promotion by Data Mail Solutions
- 30th Anniversary by Indigo Ross
Sustainability
Sponsored by Denmaur
Impress Print Services
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Mike Kille, managing director and Alison Bromley, marketing manager, both from Impress Print Services and Danny Doogan, marketing and sustainability director at Denmaur.
The judges said:
“Impress Print Services have shown a real understanding of the issue and shows a clear strategy for future programs, building on their excellent work thus far.”
Also nominated:
- Midland Regional Printers
- Reflex Group
- Eight Group
Wide and super-wide format
Sponsored by Whitmar Publications
Crossroads Pantomimes by FaberExposize UK
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Camilla Creaser-Jones, key account manager at FaberExposize UK, Lindsey Pearson, managing director at Whitmar Publications, Iain Clasper-Cotte, managing director, Wayne Dawson, production supervisor, Rajdeep Sarkar, finance manager, Irina Snopova, client services, Lauren Raftery, account manager and Fabien Cotte, director, all from FaberExposize UK.
The judges said:
“The judges found the scale and complexity of this submission compelling. The nature of scale, colour-matching, and installation in venue on difficult materials should be recognised.”
Also nominated:
- Manchetts Recovery by Coastline Graphics
- Lidl GB Nationwide Print Rollout by Impress Print Services
Women of impact
Sponsored by Fujifilm
Gemma Mitchell - Paragon - Dagenham
L-R – David Jones, presenter, Gemma Mitchell, managing director at Paragon-Dagenham and Paula Prior, sales operations manager at Fujifilm.
The judges said:
“The winner’s leadership and expertise in the industry really stands out, her work with both internal and external bodies and her drive to make a difference sets her apart in her field”.
Also nominated:
- Gail Weathers from Resource
- Sophy Moynagh from Anglia Labels
- Helen Smith from Precision Proco
- Lucy Swanston from Nutshell Creative
- Alison Jackson from Paragon