the ten finalists of packaging innovation contest de gouden noot 2014 were announced today at 4 pm cet at the interpackstand of nvc netherlands packaging centre. de gouden noot is arguably the world&rsquos most competitive packaging innovation contest. the kickoff of this 27th edition took place on october 2nd, 2013 at the atomium in brussels and the deadline for entry was april 2nd, 2014. this provided the global packaging community with sufficient time to decide on participating and thoroughly prepare their entries. on april 89th the first judging round took place, with all packages physically available for the jury to discuss. the 20person jury made their final choice for the ten finalists after this twoday judging procedure. with de gouden noot the nvc stimulates innovation of packaging and packaged products. the unique trophy with a solid golden walnut is the symbol of the contest.all finalists are on display at the nvc stand at the interpack north entrance, enb03 and can be seen as well on the nvcwebsite. in september the second jury round will take place. each finalist will present their entry to the complete jury. the winner of de gouden noot 2014 will be announced september 30th, 2014 at the 10th nvc packaging innovation dinner.more information highresolution pictures available via info@nvc.nl. more information about the contest ger standhardt.
