Omnipack Receives a 2026 Government Award for Sustainability Managemen…
Omnipack
2026-11-10
Originally published: November 2, 2026
Hello, this is A.N.S Development Co., Ltd. (brand: Omnipack). We manufacture and supply Green Technology-certified umbrella dryers, umbrella wrappers, eco-friendly umbrella bags and performance-certified slow retractable belt stanchions.
A.N.S Development (Omnipack) received the Minister of SMEs and Startups Commendation in the Comprehensive ESG category of the 2026 Government Awards for Sustainability Management, presented at the 2026 Korea Productivity & Sustainability Management Innovation Awards hosted by Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources and organized by the Korea Productivity Center (KPC).
- Ceremony: 2026 Korea Productivity & Sustainability Management Innovation Awards (50th National Productivity Convention and 21st Sustainability Management Awards)
- Award: 2026 Government Award for Sustainability Management, Minister of SMEs and Startups Commendation (No. 23791, Comprehensive ESG category)
- Recipient: A.N.S Development Co., Ltd. (CEO Dong An Shin)
- Date of commendation: October 29, 2026
- Ceremony: October 29, 2026 (Thu) 15:00, KBS Hall, Yeouido, Seoul
- Hosted by: Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources
- Organized by: Korea Productivity Center (KPC)
- Supported by: Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Federation of Korean Industries, Korea International Trade Association, Korea Federation of SMEs, Korea Enterprises Federation, Korean Women Entrepreneurs Association, Federation of Middle Market Enterprises of Korea
1. What are the Government Awards for Sustainability Management?
The Government Awards for Sustainability Management are presented by the Korean government under Article 19 of the Industrial Development Act to encourage companies to pursue sustainability management voluntarily and to recognize outstanding examples of creating social value.
The awards began in 2006 as the Sustainability Management Awards and became government awards in 2007; this year marks the 21st edition. Since 2023 they have been run as a single Comprehensive ESG category covering environment (E), social (S) and governance (G). This year, after document screening, merit review, eligibility checks by the relevant ministries (the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources and the Ministry of SMEs and Startups) and public verification, a total of 24 awards were presented: 2 Presidential Citations, 2 Prime Minister's Citations, 12 Minister of Trade, Industry and Resources Commendations and 8 Minister of SMEs and Startups Commendations.
2. Why we received the award
The commendation recognizes our contribution to the nation's sustainable development by setting an exemplary case of strengthening competitiveness through corporate social responsibility. It reflects a comprehensive evaluation of the ESG activities Omnipack has consistently practiced in both its products and its management.
- Environment (E): our umbrella dryer technology, which wipes rainwater off umbrellas with microfiber instead of plastic bags, received Green Technology certification and Green Technology Product confirmation in 2023. Our products are used in public institutions and multi-use facilities across Korea and in more than 10 countries around the world, helping to reduce the use of single-use plastic umbrella bags. Since 2022, an ESG committee reporting directly to the CEO has systematically managed energy, greenhouse gas emissions and waste.
- Social (S): based on our ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management system, we have kept our workplace accident-free for four consecutive years, and we have never delayed wage payments since our founding. We have also increased the hiring of young people, contributing to job creation in our region.
- Governance (G): we have established a transparent management system, including integrated certification to the international standards for quality, environment and occupational health and safety (ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001) and anti-corruption and information security guidelines. As a result, in February 2026 we received the Platinum rating from EcoVadis, the global sustainability rating, placing us in the top 1%.
Taking this award as an opportunity, Omnipack will do its best in:
- Developing and expanding the supply of green-technology-based products that reduce single-use plastic
- Creating a safe workplace and an organizational culture where employees grow together
- Spreading sustainability management together with our partners and the local community
This award is the result of what we have built together with the customers who trust and use Omnipack products. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and look forward to your continued interest and encouragement. Thank you.
