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The Wales Business Awards 2025 showcase the best Welsh business has to offer.

The awards, organised by Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid, provide businesses across the country with the opportunity to compete for Wales’ most prestigious accolades.

 

The awards ceremony, which took place on 12th June at the Cardiff Holland House Hotel, is a dazzling celebration. The event highlights the incredible finalists and celebrates the achievements of the winners, bringing together members of the Welsh business community, ministers, and distinguished dignitaries for an unforgettable evening.

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Winners for 2025

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Green Business Award 2025 Sponsored by Dauson Environmental Group

This award recognises businesses that have adopted innovative and effective eco-friendly practices, leading to measurable reductions in their carbon output and a positive environmental and business impact.

Winner

  • FleetEV

Innovation Award 2025 Sponsored by Browne Jacobson

In an ever-changing global economic landscape, innovation is crucial for staying competitive. This award recognises businesses that have innovation at their core, identifying new ways to stay ahead of the competition and achieve success through innovative means, whether in products, services, or practices.

Winner

  • Nanopharm (an Aptar Company)

Apprenticeship Scheme of the Year Award 2025 Sponsored by ACCA Cymru/Wales

This award celebrates businesses that have demonstrated excellence in developing apprenticeship programmes that contribute significantly to workforce development and individual career progression.

Winner

  • Safran Seats GB

Global Business of the Year Award 2025 Sponsored by Atradius

This award celebrates businesses that have excelled in international trade, promoting Brand Wales and demonstrating sustained increases in export activity.

Winner

  • Concrete Canvas Ltd

Manufacturer of the Year Award 2025 Sponsored by Copa-Data

This award recognises exceptional manufacturers that demonstrate excellence in innovation, efficiency, and sustainability while contributing to the local economy and community.

Winner

  • Rockwool Ltd

Outstanding Workplace Culture Award 2025 Sponsored by Thomas Carroll

People are the backbone of businesses, with the mental and physical health of employees directly impacting business success. This award recognises businesses that create environments where employees thrive by demonstrating a commitment to their health, safety, and wellbeing.

Winner

  • Educ8 Group

Digital Business Award 2025 Sponsored by Tramshed Tech

Digital connectivity is accelerating the move to hybrid models of working, a focus on sustainable outcomes, and increasing innovation. This award recognises businesses that have embraced technology to improve operations, services, and employee experiences.

Winner

  • Simply Do Ideas (“SimplyDo”)

Equity and Inclusion Award 2025 Sponsored by Acuity Law

Advancement and acceptance are vital for fostering a fair and successful business environment. A diverse workforce has been proven to drive innovation, creativity, and performance. This award recognises businesses that are championing inclusivity through equitable hiring practices, inclusive policies, and fair opportunities for all employees.

Winner

  • PeoplePlus

SME Exporter of the Year Award 2025 Sponsored by Welsh Government

This award celebrates small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have excelled in exporting Welsh products or services, overcoming challenges to succeed in international markets.

Winner

  • Celtic English Academy

 

Emerging Exporter of the Year Award 2025 Sponsored by SH&P

This award recognises businesses that are in the early stages of their export journey and have shown significant and exciting promise in international markets through innovative approaches and rapid growth.

Winner

  • Tyre Glider Ltd

Professional Services Firm of the Year Award 2025 Sponsored by Legal News Wales

This award recognises outstanding financial services firms that have demonstrated excellence in client service, innovation, and contributions to the Welsh economy.

Winner

  • Landsker Business Solutions

Customer Excellence Award 2025 Sponsored by Xeinadin

This award celebrates businesses that prioritise exceptional customer service and satisfaction. This prestigious award is open to organisations that consistently go above and beyond in delivering outstanding customer experiences.

Winner

  • Wales Millennium Centre

Wales Business of the Year 2025

The Wales Business Awards is all about celebrating the successes of businesses here in Wales. This award goes to a business who is shouting success from the rooftops.

The Wales Business of the Year award is presented to one of our finalists or winners who stands out from the crowd and has wowed the judges with:

  • The strength of their presence on the national or international stage
  • Achieving financial growth or sustaining a strong financial performance
  • Their ability to meet the demands of the market
  • Prioritising their customers’ experience and needs through innovative, relevant and respected products or services.
  • Being a great employer – they create jobs for the local economy, have a skilled workforce and take care of their people
  • Promoting ‘Brand Wales’ – they are synonymous with Wales!

The winner of the Wales Business of the Year 2025 is Concrete Canvas Ltd.

View the past winners from 2024, 2023 and 2022

2025 Sponsors

A big thank you to all our sponsors for their invaluable input, expertise in judging, and continued support for the event.