The Carden Park Hotel in Cheshire was once again the venue for the BAMA Forum and Awards 2024. At the Awards Ceremony on the 16th October, winner, runner up and highly commended awards from five different categories were presented to successful entrants by this year's event sponsor, Sarten Ambalaj.
Aerosol of the Year Winner: Church and Dwight’s Batiste 24H Dry Shampoo
In pursuit of innovation and technical proficiency in design and dispensing, the judges were particularly impressed with the fragrance innovation behind Church & Dwight UK’s Batiste 24H Dry Shampoo, declaring it a clear winner. Judges’ comments included: “A true piece of innovation behind the encapsulated fragrance. I imagine this will be of real interest to active consumers.”
Highly Commended – Jago Pro’s 2-Phase Mask
Receiving a ‘highly commended’ in the Aerosol of the Year category, the judges remarked on the originality of the product design of the 2-phase mask: “A novel idea not seen before, offers a very smooth texture when applied on the skin and easily removed after application.”
Highly Commended – Jago Pro’s Whipped Sunscreen Mousse SPF50
Again, earning praise from the judges, Jago Pro collected another ‘highly commended’ accolade for its Whipped Sunscreen Mousse. Judges’ comments included: “Easy to dispense, offers high level sun protection and a little bit goes a long way.”
Sustainability Award Winner: Unilever’s OMEGA Light Weight DWI Aerosol can
Another standout winner at the awards was Unilever’s light weight DWI aerosol can which attracted commendation on its impressive material reduction. Judges’ comments: “The high percentage of recycled aluminium used for the coil during production and the significant reduction in can weight make this an all-round win for sustainability.”
Runner Up: Church & Dwight UK Ltd - PCR-ed Batiste Packaging
Church & Dwight also picked up a runner up award for its PCR Batiste Packaging. Judges’ comments: “A well thought-out and flexible solution that accommodates both changing regulations and up-to-date recycling messages for consumers.”
Highly Commended: Massilly UK’s ‘Sustaining Sustainability’
Massilly received a highly commended for its Sustaining Sustainability entry, reflecting the company’s commitment to improving social, environmental and human relations. Judges’ comments: “A strong reminder of the merits of supporting and encouraging suppliers, large and small, to build on their sustainable commitments.”
Process Safety & Training Winner: Massilly UK’s Kascade
Massilly topped the category with its data collection tool, Kascade, designed for continuous improvement action plans. Judges’ comments: “One of the main reasons this simple, but effective process stands out is because of its ability to be transferred across multiple industries.”
Runner Up: Pharmatec Solutions’ Innovative Two-stage Powder Filling Process for Sustainable & Efficient Aerosol Delivery
Judges were especially impressed with the fastidious process behind Pharmatec’s powder filling process, also noting the numerous benefits to the pharmaceutical industry. They commented: “The process has been meticulously thought-out resulting in a series of sustainable manufacturing and filling advantages for the pharmaceutical industry.”
Aerosol Packaging Winner: Aptar Beauty, Twist-To-Lock Aerosol Family: Tina, Nora, Ringo
A firm winner in the packaging category was Aptar Beauty’s Twist-to-lock range, attracting positive observations from the judges on the application, sustainability and user experience benefits. Judges’ comments: “The range contains some sound ergonomic features like the audible click which offers a satisfying user experience and may be of benefit for those with visual impairments.”,
Runner Up: Coster Aerosols’ Metered Dose BOV
A strong runner up, Coster’s Metered Dose BOV received favourable mentions from the judges on the solution’s adaptability and environmental merits. Judges’ comments: “A versatile solution compatible with a multitude of pharmaceutical and cosmetics formulations.”,
Eviosys wins Aerosol in Action Award
Three photographs were shortlisted for the Aerosol in Action category. These were displayed at the Forum for attendees to pick their favourite. Announced at the ceremony, the winner was Eviosys’ ‘The endless cycle: wind turbine through an aerosol can top’ – a striking image of a steel cap with a wind turbine prominent in the background. The image will feature as a front cover of the BAMA Annual Report 2025, and it will also appear in World Aerosols magazine.
Tony Brealey collects Special Recognition Award
Collecting the Special Recognition Award this year was Tony Brealey, Managing Director and co-owner of Reabrook Ltd. and former BAMA Chairman. Patrick Heskins, BAMA Chief Executive said of Tony: “This award is thoroughly deserved, not only for what Tony has done for BAMA during his time on the Board and as Chair, but also for his incredible achievements with Reabrook, taking the business from strength to strength.”