Reach has been shortlisted an incredible 15 times across 10 categories at the Association of Online Publishers Digital Publishing Awards 2026.
This recognition is a powerful reflection of the talent, ambition and innovation happening right across our business. From local journalism and audience growth to product development and commercial creativity, these nominations showcase the scale of impact our teams deliver every day.
Celebrating excellence across Reach
Our shortlisted entries span editorial, commercial, product and technology, highlighting how collaboration across the business continues to drive meaningful results for audiences and partners alike.
The AOP Award for Inspiring Local Journalism
James Holt, Evening Report, Manchester Evening News
Kumail Jaffer, Local Democracy Reporter
Philip James Lynch, Local Democracy Reporter
David Humphreys, Local Democracy Reporter
Donal McMahon, Local Democracy Reporter
Audience Development Team of the Year
Social Monetisation Team at Reach
Editorial Team of the Year: Consumer
Manchester Evening News
Product Development Team of the Year
Product & Development Team (Digital Subscriptions)
Best Creative Solutions Led / Content Marketing Campaign
From Retailer To Relief: When The GP Can’t See You, Boots Can
Best Media Technology Partner: Revenues
Mantis, a Reach Product
Best Publisher-led Social Good Initiative or Campaign
Keep Britain Tidy: The Great British Spring Clean – A Nation Mobilised
Best Use of Audio
Go Doxx Yourself
The AOP Publishing Innovation Award: Audiences
From One Producer to 70 Million Views
Mantis Scribe
The AOP Publishing Innovation Award: Revenues
Social Monetisation Team at Reach
Driving impact at scale
Being recognised across such a broad range of categories underlines Reach’s unique ability to combine trusted journalism, innovative storytelling, and cutting-edge commercial solutions at scale.
From campaigns that deliver real-world social impact, to products like Mantis that are reshaping how advertisers connect with audiences, these nominations demonstrate how Reach continues to evolve to meet the needs of both readers and partners.
A moment to celebrate
The awards ceremony will take place on 11 June at Old Billingsgate in London, where winners will be announced.
