BPIA announces 2026 Concept & Innovation Awards finalists

The BPIA has announced the three finalists for its 2026 Concept & Innovation Awards: Eimear Campbell with Swishroll™, an ingenious aid for cleaning stroller wheels; Natasha Artwell with Little Pair, a new concept in portable support for twins; and Hegen, with a multifunctional premium feeding and drinkware system.

Each shortlisted entrant was interviewed by the awards judging panel, comprising industry experts with decades of collective experience across the nursery trade. The sessions provided valuable feedback and practical advice on their product concepts, offering each entrant an opportunity to further develop their ideas.

The three finalists will be showcased on the BPIA Concept& Innovation stand, opposite its own stand C15 throughout Harrogate International Nursery Fair, with final judging taking place at the show. The
winner will be announced on Sunday 18 October 2026.

The awards are once again sponsored by Brabners, the specialist law firm with expertise in intellectual property and product compliance. The winner will receive £1,000 worth of legal advice from Brabners, alongside a product development support session from Plan A Product Development
and a mentoring session with Marc Hardenberg, Chair of the BPIA.

Together, the prizes provide the overall winner with specialist knowledge, practical expertise and industry guidance to help take their innovative concept towards commercial success.