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Posted: Tue 14th Jan 2025
The Department for Business and Trade's (DBT) 2025 Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards have opened for entries.
The awards celebrate the international trade success of SMEs across the UK, with categories covering:
Digital and technology and export services
Advanced manufacturing and construction
Agriculture, food and drink
Consultancy and professional services
Creative Industries
Education and EdTech
Financial services and FinTech
Healthcare
Infrastructure and engineering
Low carbon energy
Retail and consumer goods
Winners will receive a year's free business membership to the Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade, an export masterclass with a Lloyds Bank trade expert, professional photos of their business, and an invitation to the winners' reception in London.
They will also get a trophy, certificate, digital badge, and bespoke promotion on the DBT's channels.
Those that are highly commended will also receive a year's free membership to the Institute.
Gareth Thomas, minister for services, small businesses and exports, said:
"When small businesses export, it opens a wealth of incredible opportunities. These awards are a testament to the innovation that British SMEs display day in, day out.
"As we enter the new year, our plan for change is about ensuring businesses across the country can thrive and grow. This will boost jobs and wages and firms that export are at the forefront of that growth.
"I encourage all those who have started on the exporting ladder to enter and showcase their success."
Applications for the Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards are open here until 11.59pm on 9 March.
