2025 Sustainability & Print Innovation Awards Winners Announced
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New Straits Times, Prothom Alo, and dmg media Ireland Win WAN-IFRA Print Innovation Awards
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– Updated October 10, 2025, 06:54:36
Overview
The World Printers Forum, a part of WAN-IFRA (World Association of News Publishers), announced the winners of itS annual Print Innovation Awards on February 29, 2024. The awards recognize publishers who have demonstrated exceptional innovation in print and its integration with other media. This year’s winners include Malaysia’s New Straits Times, Ireland’s dmg media, and Bangladesh’s Prothom Alo.
New Straits Times: ‘Heard the news?’
Malaysia’s New Straits Times received recognition for its initiative, ‘Heard the News?’. The project creatively bridges journalism and language education, presenting news in an accessible format. The jury specifically praised its innovative approach to engaging audiences through educational content.
dmg media Ireland: ”Extract”
Ireland’s ExtraG Gach Seachtain, a weekly bilingual print and digital supplement published by dmg media Ireland in conjunction with the Irish Daily Mail, was honored for its success in meeting new legislative requirements related to the Irish language. The supplement also demonstrated the commercial and cultural potential of the Irish language, aiming to connect with a new generation of audiences.The initiative actively promotes the use of the Irish language in contemporary media.
Prothom Alo: “Beyond the Capital”
Bangladesh’s prothom alo secured an award for “Beyond the Capital,” a regional supplement specifically designed to serve communities frequently enough overlooked by mainstream distribution networks. This project exemplifies the power of hyperlocal journalism, combining relevant editorial content with a targeted advertising strategy that supports local businesses and strengthens community identity. Prothom Alo received a second award for this initiative, highlighting its meaningful impact.
Hyperlocal Journalism and community Impact
The success of “Beyond the Capital” underscores a growing trend in journalism: the importance of focusing on local communities. Hyperlocal journalism can foster civic engagement, support local economies, and provide a platform for voices that might otherwise go unheard. The supplement’s advertising model further reinforces this impact by directly benefiting local businesses.
| Publication | Award-Winning Initiative | Key Focus |
|---|---|---|
| New Straits Times | ‘Heard the News?’ | Journalism & Language Education |
| dmg media Ireland | “Extract” (ExtraG Gach Seachtain) | Bilingual Content & Legislative Compliance |
| Prothom Alo | “Beyond the Capital” | Hyperlocal Journalism & Community Support |