SPONSORED BY TITAN PACKAGING
We are proud to welcome Titan Packaging as the official sponsor of the 2026 PIAA Industry Awards Night.
Titan Packaging has built a reputation for delivering innovative packaging solutions that help brands stand out on the shelf while balancing functionality, sustainability and commercial performance. Their commitment to quality and innovation makes them a valued partner to businesses across the pet industry.
As part of their support, Titan Packaging proudly presents the Best Packaging Award, recognising products that demonstrate outstanding packaging design, creativity, functionality and shelf appeal.
We thank Titan Packaging for supporting an evening dedicated to celebrating excellence, innovation and achievement across the Australian pet industry.
The AusPet Industry Expo 2026 Awards Night is set to be bigger than ever.
This year, we’re introducing three new awards to recognise the next generation of success and leadership in the pet industry:
✨ Best Newcomer
✨ Fastest Growing Business
✨ Young Entrepreneur Excellence
Alongside these exciting new categories, we’ll continue celebrating industry excellence through our prestigious longstanding awards, including:
🏆 Evio Contenati Pet Industry Pioneer Award
🏆 Kevin Pakes Perpetual Achievement Award
🏆 Excellence Awards across Retail, Grooming, Manufacturing & Supply, Aquatics, Boarding, and Pet Services
More than an awards night, this is where the industry comes together to connect, celebrate, and build what’s next.
📍 5pm, 2 September 2026
📍 Hordern Pavilion, Sydney
Exhibitors, PIAA members & registered attendees are ALL welcome.
The evening will finish by 6:30pm, still leaving ample time to attend any dinner commitments and gatherings.
7 AWARD CATEGORIES + 3 NEW ONES!
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PIAA Pioneer Evio Contenati Award
The Pioneer Award is Awarded for 20 plus years’ association (with a high level of achievement) within the Australian Pet Industry, whilst retaining an active role.
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PIAA Kevin Pakes perpetual Achievement award
The Kevin Pakes Perpetual Achievement is awarded in recognition of service to and achievement in the Australian Pet Industry over the past 12 months.
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PIAA Aquarium Excellence award
Awarded to an individual, in recognition of outstanding aquarium performance within the industry.
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PIAA Boarding and Pet Services Excellence
Awarded to an individual, in recognition of outstanding Boarding/doggy day care or Pet Services performance within the industry.
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PIAA Groomer Excellence award
Awarded to an individual, in recognition of outstanding grooming performance within the industry.
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PIAA Retail Excellence
Awarded to an individual, in recognition of outstanding retail performance within the industry.
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PIAA Supplier and Manufacturer of Excellence Award
Awarded to an individual, in recognition of outstanding supplying or manufacturing performance within the industry.
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PIAA Best Newcomer Award
Awarded To A New Business Or Individual Who Has Demonstrated Exceptional Promise, Innovation And Impact Within Their First Years In The Pet Industry.
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PIAA Young Entrepreneur Excellence award
Awarded To A Young Business Leader Who Has Demonstrated Outstanding Initiative, Commercial Impact And Leadership Within The Pet Industry.
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PIAA Fastest Growing Business Award
Awarded To A Business That Has Achieved Exceptional Growth Through Strong Commercial Performance, Innovation And Strategic Execution Within The Pet Industry.
