SAVE THE DATE
01.29.2027 – 01.31.2027
17
Consecutive
years
25+
UNIVERSITIES
PARTNERED
4000+
Student
Participants
$100K +
Student Achievement
AWARDs
Competition
Overview
Packaging is one of the world's largest and most consequential industries, touching food, healthcare, personal care, technology, retail, transportation, energy, and nearly every other sector. At an estimated $1.2 trillion globally, packaging is one of the world's largest manufacturing industries.
The 48HR REPACK challenges students to solve real-world packaging problems under intense deadlines. We provide a platform where creativity meets industry professionals, helping the next generation of designers bridge the gap between academia and professional excellence.
Real-World Briefs
Work on actual challenges provided by brand owners, testing your skills against authentic market requirements.
Industry Exposure
Get your work in front of top-tier packaging professionals and potential employers from global brands.
Recognition & Awards
Win prestigious awards and recognition that will set your portfolio apart in the competitive design industry.
The Competition runs from Friday 7 PM EST to Sunday 7 PM EST, giving participants 48 hours to solve the challenge and submit their designs.
Sponsors over the years
Student Showcase
Explore the creative visions of our past winners and finalists. From bold typography to innovative structural designs, discover the talent shaping the future of packaging.
Participating Schools over the years
SUSTAINABILITY
The Judges
Each year 48HR Repack recruits a panel of judges from top companies to assess the projects submitted.
ENGINEERING
Design
Aurelie De Malibran
Aaron Stauble
Sarah Syah
2026 Judge
Sustainability Expert
Packaging Engineer
2026 Judge
Creative Director
2026 Judge
Projects are judged base on criteria from three main categories: Sustainability, Engineering, and Design.