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Heinz is home to the world’s most beloved ketchup. It’s a thick, rich sauce unlike any other, which is why we’ve long said, “It has to be Heinz.” Heinz partnered with OUTFRONT to reinforce their brand loyalty and show restaurants that while there are other ketchups, none of them can replace Heinz.

92%

Positive Sentiment 

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CANNES LIONS, 2026

+8%

Increase In Sales From Year Prior 

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CANNES LIONS, 2026

128X

Social Engagement Rate Benchmark 

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CANNES LIONS, 2026

heinz digital liveboards mta out of home advertising in new york city

Strategically Placed: With a multichannel campaign, including big, bold IRL, Heinz strengthened consumers love for the brand in New York City. The digital ads dominated NYC’s subway, reaching busy, on the go commuters.

Creative Excellence: The campaign leaned into establishing Heinz as the most loved ketchup by calling out restaurants guilty of “Ketchup Fraud.” The DOOH featured caught-in-the act style assets and a twist on their tagline, “Even when it isn’t Heinz, it has to be Heinz.”

Client Success: The campaign drove 92% positive sentiment, exceeding the social engagement rate benchmark by 128x which brought to life hundreds of stories that confirmed first-hand experiences with “Ketchup Fraud.” Heinz also gained 33 new accounts, including re-signing Boston’s iconic Fenway ballpark, and increased sales by 8% from the previous year.