As reported by BOSS, The Stationers’ Company has announced its shortlist for the 2025 Innovation Excellence Awards, celebrating the standout brands pushing boundaries across six key categories

Following a thorough review process, a panel of expert judges has selected finalists who demonstrate exceptional innovation and impact. The winners will be revealed at a prestigious champagne reception on 17th October 2025 at the historic Stationers’ Hall in London.

Entries were assessed against a rigorous set of criteria, including improvements to customer experience, how effectively an innovation addresses unmet market needs, the strength of customer feedback and scalability – particularly for start-ups.

Sustainability was also front and centre this year, with judges placing additional emphasis on environmental and social responsibility across all six categories: Business Process, Communications (including Marketing), Customer Experience, Product Design, Educational Technology (Ed Tech) and Start-Ups.

The Innovation Excellence Awards offer a unique platform to recognise and celebrate creative thinking, problem-solving and best practice across the sector. By highlighting pioneering efforts, the Stationers’ Company continues to champion the vital role the communications and content industries play in the UK economy.