The 2026 edition of the Vertex Awards continues our mission to honor the very best in package design for Retailer-owned Brands around the world. With hundreds of entries from more than 50 countries, the competition reflects the creativity, innovation, and strategy driving this dynamic global industry.

As part of our global recognition, we award Agency of the Year in three regions, spotlighting the studios, agencies, and in-house teams that earn the highest total point scores across all categories:

• Best of Show = 10 points

• Publisher’s Choice = 7 points

• Gold = 5 points

• Silver = 3 points

• Bronze = 1 poin

ALDI Australia Named 2026 Vertex Awards Retailer of the Year – Asia, Middle East, Australia & New Zealand

ALDI Australia has been named the 2026 Vertex Awards Retailer of the Year – Asia, Middle East, Australia & New Zealand, recognizing the retailer’s leadership in retailer-owned brand innovation and packaging design.

A multi-award winner at the 2026 Vertex Awards, ALDI Australia continues to stand out for work that feels fresh, confident, and built for real shoppers.

Since entering the Australian market in 2001, ALDI has changed the way many consumers think about retailer-owned brands. The company built its business around quality products and strong value, but the branding is what truly separates it from traditional private label.

ALDI Australia’s packaging has personality. The products feel original. The branding is modern, smart, and often fun. Instead of trying to copy national brands, ALDI has created products with identities of their own.

That approach has helped build real customer loyalty. Shoppers recognize the products, remember the packaging, and trust the quality behind the brand.

Across the store, ALDI Australia shows that retailer-owned brands can be creative, distinctive, and culturally relevant while still delivering strong value to consumers.

Being named the 2026 Vertex Awards Retailer of the Year – Asia, Middle East, Australia & New Zealand reflects ALDI Australia’s continued success in pushing retailer-owned brands into a new era.