Scottish firms receive King’s Awards for Enterprise – Daily Business

Recipients of The King’s Awards for Enterprise have been announced today, celebrating the achievements of 197 businesses from across the UK and Channel Islands.

Eleven Scottish firms have been recognised, covering a variety of sectors including biotech, technology and the spirits industry.

Three Scottish companies were awarded for their innovative practices, seven for their achievements in international trade and one for promoting opportunity through social mobility.

Gareth Thomas, Minister for Services, Small Businesses and Exports, said: “I wish the winners every success as they continue to grow, innovate and prosper, and commend the invaluable contributions they have already made to communities at home in Scotland and abroad, helping to boost the UK economy.”

The Award programme, now in its 59th year, has recognised more than 8,000 companies since its inception in 1965.

Recipients are permitted to fly The King’s Awards flag at their main office and use the emblem on their marketing materials. They are also given a Grant of Appointment (an official certificate) and a commemorative crystal trophy. The awards are valid for five years.

The King’s Lord Lieutenants – the monarch’s representatives in each county – will be presenting the Awards to businesses locally throughout the year. One representative from each winning business will also be invited to a special royal reception.

Eligible businesses are free to apply for one or more categories. The recipients pass a robust assessment process, and were judged by experts from the industry, including a representative from the Scottish Chamber of Commerce, academia, the voluntary sector, and senior officials in Whitehall. On that basis, each year, The King’s Awards for Enterprise recipients are recommended by the Prime Minister.

Charandeep Singh, judge for the King’s Awards for Enterprise and Deputy Chief Executive at the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “It was a real privilege to see the incredible innovation and impact coming from businesses across Scotland.

“The calibre of this year’s Scottish winners was truly inspiring and they are shining examples of what’s possible when ambition meets purpose. I would strongly encourage more Scottish businesses to put themselves forward for this prestigious award.

“It’s a fantastic opportunity to gain national recognition and showcase the outstanding entrepreneurship happening right here in Scotland.”

The full list of Scottish winners is as follows:

• Innovation
  • Glencairn Crystal Studio, South Lanarkshire
    • A series of innovative processes to develop complex containers for the spirits industry.
  • Gray & Adams, Aberdeenshire
    • Aerodynamic refrigerated double-deck semi-trailer, with moving deck and multiple temperature-controlled compartments.
  • Ross-shire Engineering, Highlands
    • Modular approach to water treatment integrating ceramic membrane technology for better quality and sustainability.
• International Trade
  • Aydya, Angus
    • Global hydration and homeware specialist, designing stylish, reusable products that inspire customers to reduce waste.
  • Fennex, Aberdeenshire
    • Fennex’s international success stems from strategically exporting scalable digital solutions through strong industry partnerships.
  • Impact Subsea, Aberdeen
    • World-leading provider of sonar and sensor solutions for underwater vehicles and associated applications.
  • Occupancy Marketing, Edinburgh
    • Award-winning, full service creative and digital marketing services for the world’s most respected hospitality brands.
  • Rabbie’s Trail Burners, Edinburgh
    • Connecting global travelers to the UK and Europe through intimate small group experiences.
  • Rubberatkins, Aberdeen
    • The design, development, manufacture and testing of bespoke, high-performance elastomer and plastic products.
  • Symbiosis Pharmaceutical Services, Stirling
    • Sterile manufacturer of novel biological and pharmaceutical injectable medicines and therapies.
• Promoting Opportunity
  • ACS Clothing, North Lanarkshire
    • ACS unlocks the potential in disadvantaged communities for business prosperity, environmental protection, and people empowerment.