Announcing the
2026 winners
Meet the 2026 winners
Favorite Softside Luggage
– Gold 
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.
– Silver 
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.
– Bronze 
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
– Gold 
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.
– Silver 
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.
– Bronze 
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
– Gold 
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.
– Silver 
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.
– Bronze 
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
– Gold 
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.
– Silver 
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.
– Bronze 
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
– Gold 
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.
– Silver 
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.
– Bronze 
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)
– Gold 
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.
– Gold 
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.
– Bronze 
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
– FAVORITE SOFTSIDE LUGGAGE 
SAFARI - Phoenix Laptop Trolley
– FAVORITE HARDSHELL LUGGAGE 
OMG Design x Rollink - I'm Not a Notebook
– FAVORITE SUSTAINABLE PRODUCT 
BOOMPODS - Tracker lock
– TSID EXECUTION 
BERMAS - Inter City II Pro
– BEST MARKETING CAMPAIGN 
EASTPACK - Resist'r Case Launch Campaign
– INNOVATIVE PADLOCK - GO TRAVEL 
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.
- Hangtags: Logo, customer notice, distributor information download
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- Usage Rights: Any videos or photos submitted may be used by Travel Sentry for promotion.
- Notifications: We’ll contact you via the email you provide if your product is shortlisted.
