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September 16, 2008 — On the evening of 9 September at Labelexpo Americas, hundreds of global suppliers, converters, trade associations and media gathered to celebrate and reward excellence in the label industry at the Label Industry Global Awards gala dinner. Votes were collated from across the world, and winners were announced in four categories:
CONVERTER AWARD FOR SUSTAINABILITY/ ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY – sponsored by Flint Group Narrow Web
This award is for a label converter who has introduced and maintained the most sustainable and environmentally acceptable working practices and can demonstrate key materials, production systems and consumer benefits.
Winner 2008: Metro Label Group
The environment will be a key part of the label industry’s future, so the judges were impressed with the pioneering approach taken by Metro. “Starting with a building and facilities, Metro Label Group have incorporated ISO 14000 standards to create not only a first-class manufacturing operation, but also to develop global leadership in establishing an environmental and sustainable future for pressure-sensitive labels.”
R. STANTON AVERY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD – sponsored by Avery Dennison
The Award recognizes the values and vision of Stan Avery and his pioneering efforts in the label industry.
Winner: Neil McDonough, President of FLEXcon Company Inc
President of FLEXcon Company, a global polymeric coater and provider of pressure-sensitive films and adhesive products, Neil McDonough has dedicated a quarter of a century to the label industry and has always been a force of inspiration to his colleagues and peers. Neil’s continuous contribution to the labeling industry is reflected in the company’s distinctive focus, which is to work closely with customers to develop unique customized pressure-sensitive solutions. This approach has helped inspire longstanding relationships between FLEXcon and the labeling customers it serves.
In his congratulations to the winners, Mike Fairley, Label Industry Global Awards Judging Panel Chairman, said: “The Label Industry Global Awards are the ultimate appraisal for industry individuals and companies for their outstanding contribution to the label industry’s growth and development. The quality of entries we have seen continues at the highest level and makes an ongoing challenge for the judges. Each winner has made a significant contribution to the industry advancement, and I would like to congratulate them all on their awards.”
The Label Industry Global Awards take place at Labelexpo Americas and Labelexpo Europe. The next Awards will take place in Brussels in September 2009.
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