Double recognition at the PAC Global Awards 2026

Turnhout, 20 February 2026 – Van Genechten Packaging (VGP) has received two awards at the PAC Global Awards 2026 in Toronto, Canada, for its packaging solutions developed for Pastis 12/12 and Lumene. The double recognition builds on the company’s recent EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 title.

At this year’s awards, VGP received:

• Best in Class for Pastis 12/12 – Saint-Tropez, Vue du Large
• Award of Distinction for Lumene – 24 Nordic Beauty Secrets 2025 advent calendar

The PAC Global Awards are regarded as a leading international platform for packaging excellence.

Best in Class for Pastis 12/12 ‘Saint-Tropez, Vue du Large’

For French spirits brand Pastis 12/12 – Saint-Tropez, Vue du Large, VGP developed a premium mono-material gift box that securely holds a bottle, a carafe and two tasting glasses within one integrated structure. The solution combines structural ingenuity with refined aesthetics, creating a packaging experience that elevates the product before the first sip is poured.

Award of Distinction for Lumene ‘24 Nordic Beauty Secrets 2025’

For Finnish cosmetics brand Lumene, VGP engineered a Nordic-inspired advent calendar featuring 24 precisely integrated drawers within one recyclable design. The solution balances premium appearance, consumer interaction and responsible material choices, delivering both shelf impact and sustainable performance.

“Committed to making our customers win”

According to Heidi Vanspauwen, Marketing & Communications Director at Van Genechten Packaging, the recognition reflects the creativity, technical expertise and dedication of its teams.

“Both projects demonstrate how we combine structural engineering and design excellence to strengthen brands and create meaningful consumer experiences,” says Heidi Vanspauwen. “Receiving these awards reinforces our commitment to making our customers win through memorable packaging.”

“We would like to extend our thanks to the PAC Global organization and the jury members for the recognition, and to Pastis 12/12 and Lumene Group for their collaboration and trust.”

Shared standards in packaging excellence

The PAC Global Awards, this year presented during the Futures Edge Summit in Yorkville, Toronto, bring together the world’s leading designers, innovators and changemakers to explore how global retail giants and bold emerging brands are transforming packaging through creativity, innovation and sustainability — shaping the future of consumer engagement and brand storytelling worldwide.

As a leading carton converter in Europe, Van Genechten Packaging continues to develop packaging solutions that perform commercially, creatively and sustainably.
 

For all press enquiries

Heidi Vanspauwen 
Group Marketing & Communications Director
sales@vangenechten.com
Raadsherenstraat 2
B-2300 Turnhout
Tel: 0032 493 099 362

About Van Genechten Packaging Group

Van Genechten Packaging (VGP) is a leading independent European packaging specialist with more than 190 years of history and about €500 million in annual revenue. 

VGP operates across 14 converting sites, an extrusion site, a rigid box center, and two fulfillment locations in 9 European countries. 

VGP delivers a wide range of packaging solutions, including printed high-end folding cartons and offset laminated corrugated board, to the FMCG sector. As specialists in the development, production, and logistics of high-quality short-term cardboard and corrugated cardboard displays for the Point-of-Sale (POS), VGP combines proven packaging expertise with specialized display solution capabilities to loyal customers and partners all over Europe.