The Publishing Category of the 2025 Memcom Excellence Awards recognises the very best in editorial innovation, design and storytelling across the sector.
From fresh relaunches to specialist print publications and long-standing member magazines, this year’s shortlist showcased impressive creativity, clarity and purpose in communicating with diverse audiences.
A huge thank you to our expert panel of judges, whose time and thoughtful deliberation helped identify the most impactful work in this incredibly competitive category.
Below is a breakdown of the shortlisted entries in the Publishing Category.
Best Magazine Launch or Relaunch
Celebrating new or refreshed editorial products that have achieved standout results through bold design, strategy or content direction.
- Association of Anaesthetists
- Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers - Entered by CPL One
- Institute of Biomedical Science - Entered by Redactive
- Royal College of Radiologists - Entered by Redactive
- STEP
- u3a UK (The Third Age Trust) - Entered by Redactive
Best Magazine, Circulation less than 20K
Recognising editorial quality, relevance and design excellence in publications with a smaller but highly engaged readership.
- Geological Society
- Institute of Biomedical Science – Entered by Redactive
- Institute of Internal Communication - Entered by Artful Dog Publishing
- Royal College of Podiatry – Entered by Redactive
- Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Versus Arthritis – Entered by CPL One
Best Magazine, Circulation more than 20K
Celebrating high-volume magazines that continue to deliver real value and deep engagement for large membership bases.
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
- Institution of Engineering and Technology - Entered by Redactive
- Institution of Occupational Safety and Health – Entered by Redactive
- The Army Cadet Charitable Trust – Entered by Salt Media
- The Arts Society – Entered by Think
- u3a UK (The Third Age Trust) – Entered by Redactive
Best Publication
Recognising excellence in standalone or recurring publications such as journals, annual reports, or research-led content.
- British Pest Control Association
- Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
- Geological Society
- Institution of Structural Engineers
- Marine Conservation Society – Entered by Wonderly
- Railway Industry Association
Congratulations to all the shortlisted entries – your work demonstrates the power of publishing to engage, inform and inspire members and the wider community.
The Memcom Excellence Awards Ceremony will take place on Thursday 25 September at the Royal Lancaster London.
Tickets are now available book early to celebrate with us in style.
