The New Product Awards, in association with Garden Trade News, give all Glee exhibitors the chance to win an industry renowned award for showcasing the most innovative new products in garden retail.
All products entered into the New Product Awards can be displayed in the New Product Showcase area at the show.
As one of Glee’s most popular features, the New Product Showcase gives exhibitors the platform to launch brand-new developments and unique products at Glee. It’s a designated area of the show where visitors can discover the latest and greatest new products on the market all in one place.
There’s 15 product categories. The top 3 shortlisted entrants in each award category can then pitch their products to the judges live at Glee. Winners are voted by a panel of industry experts based on criteria such as innovation, design, promotion and saleability.
The final pitches to take place on Tuesday 8 September at the New Product Showcase as follows:
9:30 - 12:30 - New Product Awards: The Pitches (Part One)
13:30 - 15:30 - New Product Awards: The Pitches (Part Two)
17:00 - 18:00 - Glee New Product Awards Winners Announcement
In addition to the main award categories, there are 3 extra awards which all contenders in the New Product Awards are eligible to win. These are:
- Sustainability Award
- The Andy Bunker Best of British Award
- Best Overall New Product at Glee
