Aura Brand Services – A global success
2025 award wins so far
Aura Global (formerly Sun Branding) has won the Prolific North Champions Award for ‘International Success’ and TWO Vertex Awards for Private Brand packaging design. This celebrates not just the company’s global expansion but also the innovative spirit and strategic thinking that’s powered its success.
Aura Global’s senior team at the Prolific North Champions Awards ceremony 2025
Prolific North Champions Award
The Prolific North Champions Awards recognise the organisations, teams and individuals putting the North on the map across the creative, digital, marketing and technology sectors. This flagship event has been a focus of the industry calendar for over a decade. From standout agencies and pioneering tech firms to brilliant brand leaders, it showcases the North’s brightest talent.
Aura (Sun Branding) has been in the graphics industry since 1893 and has evolved into a global packaging consultancy, with global offices spanning the UK, US and India – with 5 studios across 3 continents. The brands you buy in your grocery shop are likely to be Aura Global clients, from Flora to Twinings and Aldi to Goodfella’s.
A solid business creating brilliant work. Their scale is impressive and the stature of the brands they work with would make many other agencies jealous. A mix of practical and innovative rebrands with clear objectives and responses to company challenges.
The Vertex Awards
The Vertex Awards, presented by the Velocity Institute and Global Retail Brands, are the only global competition devoted exclusively to Private Brand package design. Judged by a highly esteemed panel of industry experts from around the world, the awards have recognised innovative design solutions to consumer problems, since 2012.
Aura’s packaging design for ALDI US thanksgiving crackers generated significant buzz amongst consumers, capturing the holiday’s tradition whilst incorporating modern flair.
Walmart Great Value Root Beer underwent a redesign to elevate shelf impact while maintaining the products affordable positioning. With vintage-inspired typography and minimalist accents, Aura’s new design offers a more premium appeal through nostalgic visual cues.
These awards are a defining moment in our journey, and we are beyond proud of all our teams for their incredible work, commitment and innovation.
Other recent acknowledgements:
- Prolific North Creative Agency category 2025 – Finalist
- Women in Packaging Excellence Awards 2025 – two finalists Rebecca Cusworth and Lisa Skinner
With a growing portfolio of global clients, a strong creative presence and a continued focus on innovation, Aura is now firmly established as the packaging design consultancy of choice for the world’s biggest brands and retailers.
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