Announcing the
2026 winners
Meet the 2026 winners
Favorite Softside Luggage
Lightweight enough to keep you under the baggage limit, yet built with a durable, water-resistant coating over a carbon fiber frame, plus a Travel Sentry Approved lock that holds up to real travel wear and tear.
SAFARI INDUSTRIES INDIA LIMITED - PANORAMA TROLLEY BAG
Combines everyday security, a Travel Sentry Approved lock and anti-theft zipper. with a clean, modern look that fits right into any traveler's style.
MARKS & SPENCER - RUBBERIZED CABIN SUITCASE
A cabin bag that's as practical as it is polished, with a hard-wearing rubberized finish, a Travel Sentry Approved lock, and reinforced corners built to handle everyday travel.
Favorite Hardshell Luggage
A suitcase that doubles as furniture. Its magnetic stacking system locks two cases together securely, transforming into a seat that holds up to 120kg or a portable work desk, all secured with a Travel Sentry Approved lock.
URBAN JUNGLE - URBAN JUNGLE ORIGINAL
A scratch-resistant matte shell and bold streetwear-inspired design, backed by a Travel Sentry Approved lock and anti-theft zipper for style that doesn't skip on security.
BAGASI - BAGASI GALENA ZIPPER FRAME
Built with zipper-frame technology for a strong, flexible structure, with a Travel Sentry Approved lock, multi-compartment layout and corner protectors that keep your gear organized and protected.
Favorite Sustainable Product
Made from r-PET material without cutting corners on convenience. Anti-shock dual wheels with braking, a phone-stand handle, a built-in cup holder and a Travel Sentry Approved lock for the carry-on version.
Crafted from recycled PET bottles and certified to the Global Recycled Standard, paired with a Travel Sentry Approved lock, an 8-wheel spinner system and a 10-year warranty that backs up the durability claim.
RPET construction meets everyday practicality, with 360° spinner wheels, a Travel Sentry Approved lock, a highly aesthetic silver shell and an internal zippered divider that keeps belongings organized on any trip.
Best TSID Execution
CABINZERO - CLASSIC TECH BACKPACK
Built with recycled fabric, water-resistant coating, trusty YKK® zippers, plus a laptop compartment and trolley sleeve, all backed by a TSID Lost & Found tag for real peace of mind.
T&S’S LEGEND WALKER - 1513 BLADE ALUMINUM BIZ
A high-grade aluminum-magnesium shell with an accordion-style interior for organized packing, paired with a Travel Sentry Approved lock and built-in TSID tracking for security that travels worldwide.
THINK TANK PHOTO - AIRPORT NAVIGATOR
Purpose-built for photographers carrying thousands of dollars in gear, with dual top-and-front access, a Travel Sentry Approved lock and TSID tracking that adds real recovery odds if the case ever goes missing.
Best Marketing Campaign
VERAGE - SPRING OUTING – EDINBURGH
A campaign that reframes lightweight luggage as freedom rather than compromise, showcasing Travel Sentry Approved luggage in a fresh spring-summer palette that connects travel gear with the feeling of effortless exploration.
ROLLINK - ROLLINK LUGGAGE SMASHING
A brand awareness push that put Rollink's Travel Sentry Approved luggage to the test with quarry smashing, a Mercedes G-Wagon rollover and escalator tumbles, turning factory-level quality claims into relatable, shareable proof.
ECHOLAC - 60TH ANNIVERSARY: FOR BEYOND
A milestone celebration at the Shanghai World Expo U-Show honoring 60 years of craftsmanship on Travel Sentry Approved luggage, using immersive exhibitions to set the tone for what's next.
Best Lock or Padlock Innovation (2 gold winners)
Cleverly hides an AirTag inside the lock body for discreet tracking, with a resettable 3-dial combination and Travel Sentry Approval that lets it pass airport inspections undamaged.
PLUM-BLOSSOM - ALUMINUM TSA PADLOCK
A seamless, one-piece aluminum build that's lightweight yet impact-resistant, with Travel Sentry Approval and natural rust and corrosion resistance built for years of airport wear and tear.
AIRBOLT - THE TRULY SMART TRAVEL LOCK GEN 5
No keys, no combinations, just smartphone-controlled access, separation alerts and location tracking, all with Travel Sentry Approved protection that turns any bag you already own into a smart bag.
Past Winners
2025
SAFARI - Phoenix Laptop Trolley
OMG Design x Rollink - I'm Not a Notebook
BOOMPODS - Tracker lock
BERMAS - Inter City II Pro
EASTPACK - Resist'r Case Launch Campaign
GO TRAVEL - Cable Key Twin Padlocks (TSA)
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Faq
- Hold a valid Travel Sentry license for your brand. No licensing fee applies.
- Comply with our Brand Must-Haves — covering logo usage, customer notices, distributor information on your marketing support.
- Submit a product featuring a Travel Sentry® Approved lock or TSID from your brand.
- Best hard side luggage
- Best soft shell luggage
- Lock and padlock innovation
- Best TSID execution
- Best marketing campaign / activation
- Best sustainable product
Your product will then be promoted on Travel Sentry’s social media, where consumers can vote.
We also encourage you to promote your entry too — the more you mobilise your community, the better your chances of a win.
1. Via the product nomination form: Select “I am not licensed yet” and fill in the extra fields. Our licensing team will review your details and contact you.
2. Or directly by email: Reach us at [email protected] to start the licensing process.
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- Notifications: We’ll contact you via the email you provide if your product is shortlisted.