Company honoured across six winning entries at the industry’s top packaging competition.
JohnsByrne, a leading provider of premium packaging solutions, is proud to announce it received six awards — including Folding Carton of the Year — at the Paperboard Packaging Council’s (PPC) annual competition, which honours creativity, innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence across the industry.
JohnsByrne earned the coveted Folding Carton of the Year award for Goose Island’s Bardstown Bourbon County, created in collaboration with adm Indicia. The dramatic shadowbox design with intricate die cuts and integrated insert frames the bottle. Deep green hues, gold foil, and a soft-touch finish combine heritage and modern luxury, turning this package into a multisensory experience that invites consumers to savour every detail before the first sip.
A Judge’s Award also recognized Kiehl’s 2024 Advent Calendar, which captures the magic of discovery through vibrant colours, textures, and surprises. A deep-blue shell opens to reveal a pop of pink and 24 pillow packs featuring beauty products, all printed with colourful fluorescent ink, waiting to be uncovered. The package creates an interactive experience that’s elegant, sustainable, and full of holiday spirit.
2025 PPC Awards Received by JohnsByrne
- Folding Carton of the Year – Goose Island Bardstown Bourbon Package
- Judge’s Award – Kiehl’s 2024 Advent Calendar
- Gold Award – Maker’s Mark Keeneland Rigid Box
- Gold Award – KOBO Candles “Plant the Box Collection” Folding Cartons
- Excellence Award – Citigroup AA Executive Welcome Kit
- Excellence Award – JohnsByrne Holiday Gift Package
“We’re honoured to be recognized as a leader in the packaging industry,” said Kevin Andrews, CEO of JohnsByrne. “These awards are a testament to the creativity, innovation, and design excellence our team delivers to clients. They exemplify our mission of partnering to transform packaging ideas into premium solutions that inspire consumers and elevate brands.”
