Poster Printer of the Year - Winner: SMP Group

For the fourth year running, the SMP group has outshone its rivals by the narrowest of margins to take the crown of Poster Printer of the Year.

Its Innovation project for the Tutankhamun exhibition at the O2 Arena for SML Events required the creation of a 3D poster display to draw crowds to this once in a lifetime event. Completed in-house from concept to production, the piece was praised by judges for depth of field effect created by the four lenticular angles. The south-London company’s work for top brands including Mini, Hovis and The Royal Academy of Arts also wowed judges who commented on its “brilliant, crisp print” and its detail in shadow and texture.

For the full rundown of the PrintWeek Awards 2008 winning and commended companies, click here