The FPA judges have spoken - and EP Group's innovative approach to foodservice packaging is making waves.
EP Group has secured the Product Innovation - Front of House Award for their Splashstop Cup Cover, plus Highly Commended recognitions across multiple categories at the prestigious Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) Awards 2025.
"These aren't just awards - they're validation that our solutions are hitting the mark," says Zak Lowe, Creative Director for EP Group.
Leading with Front of House Innovation
The Splashstop Cup Cover took the top spot in the Product Innovation - Front of House category, judged by an independent panel of industry professionals.
This innovative solution addresses real challenges in busy foodservice environments:
- Preventing spillage and contamination
- Ability to drink with Splashstop 'Sip'
- Improving the end-user delivery/collection experience vs. existing solutions
"Splashstop is an optimised paper disc solution designed to eliminate spillages and splashes through the typical 'sip-thru' lids. It might be unprinted, but its subtle appearance in use enhances a retailer's brand," explains Zak Lowe, Creative Director at EP Group.
The Splashstop Cup Cover is another example of EP Group's 'practical solutions that make a real difference' for foodservice operations. Its unique design combines simplicity, ease of use and effectiveness - exactly the kind of innovation that sets EP Group and their EP Design House R&D apart from the competition.
Highly Commended across Multiple Categories
The FPA Awards judges also recognised EP Group with Highly Commended status across several categories:
- SealSafe Delivery/Collection Bag - Highly Commended in Product Innovation - Front of House: An innovative bag solution addressing the growing demand for secure, tamper-evident delivery in the foodservice sector.
- RePapaPac Truly Reusable Paper Bag Awareness - Highly Commended in Marketing Campaign Award: This campaign successfully showcased how paper solutions can compete with plastic in all performance areas, and reshape industry perceptions.
- EP Design House - Highly Commended in Design Team Award: The design team's industrial design expertise and innovative '4R' approach (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Replace) continues to drive product development recognition.
Benefits for the Industry
These recognitions aren't just good news for EP Group - they're good news for customers too:
- Foodservice operators can confidently choose award-winning products that solve real operational challenges.
- Retailers partner with a business recognised for both innovation and sustainability communication.
- End-users benefit from better, more sustainable packaging solutions that enhance their experience.
Innovation that Makes a Difference
EP Group's win and commendations reflect what the company stands for - innovation with sustainability and customer collaboration front of mind.
These FPA awards further cement EP Group's position as a trusted partner for retail and foodservice customers who are constantly balancing operational excellence with sustainability commitments.
"Solving problems and winning awards - that's what we call a double-win," concludes Zak.