Board of Trade Awards winners 2018
Published 25 April 2019
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The Board of Trade Awards (BOFTAs) recognise businesses who have made an outstanding contribution to international trade within their region.
Domestic awards rotate around the UK on a quarterly cycle and are also presented during regional visits. Overseas businesses are celebrated during international visits.
To be eligible for an award, your business must have been recommended by a DIT staff member and meet an independent judging panels criteria.
UK Board of Trade Award winners
UK Board of Trade Awards celebrate businesses which show exceptional innovation, deliver prosperity to their local communities, and champion free trade. They are presented by the Secretary of State for International Trade during visits around the UK.
Northern Ireland region (November 2018)
- Devenish Nutrition
- ELSS Engineering
- Thomson Aero Seating
Wales region (November 2018)
- AerFin
- Concrete Canvas
- Flamgard
- Laser Wire Solutions
- Lumishore
- Markes International
- Silverlining Furniture
- Tiny Rebel
Individual award: London region (October 2018)
- The Fairtrade Foundation
The Midlands Engine region (September 2018)
- The Active Hands Group Limited
- Addfield Environmental Systems Limited
- Addmaster Ltd
- Arquebus Solutions Ltd
- Body Care Brand Development Limited
- Forensic Pathways
- Hallam Internet
- Ministry of Wool
- Morningside Pharmaceuticals
Scotland region (May 2018)
- Aggreko PLC
- Alexander Dennis Limited
- Bowalds Energy Ltd
- Speyside Distillers Company Limited
- Enerquip Limited
- McGavigan Ltd
The Northern Powerhouse region (March 2018)
- ARUP Limited
- Blue Kangaroo Design Ltd
- The Anglesey Sea Salt Company Ltd
- John E. Haith Limited
International Board of Trade Awards winners
International Board of Trade Awards celebrate businesses from the 9 HM Trade Commissioner regions that demonstrate outstanding contribution to international trade and investment. They are presented by the Secretary of State for International Trade during overseas visits.
North America region (October 2018)
- Almac Group
- Casual Films
- FeverTree
- Grimshaw Architects
- Onfido
- SSTL
- Trading Hub
Southern Africa region (August 2018)
- DNAFit
- Jaguar Land Rover
- Turner & Townsend