The DBT’s Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards invites SMEs to enter by 9 March 2025, celebrating exceptional international sales and growth potential.
Key Highlights
- New Categories Added: This year, two new categories have been introduced:
- Digital & Technology
- Export Services
- Existing categories include:
- Advanced Manufacturing & Construction
- Agriculture, Food & Drink
- Consultancy & Professional Services
- Creative Industries
- Education & EdTech
- Financial Services & FinTech
- Healthcare
- Infrastructure and Engineering
- Low Carbon Energy
- Retail and Consumer Goods
- Expanded Prize Package: Winners will receive:
- A year’s free membership to the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade.
- An export masterclass with a Lloyds Bank trade expert.
- Professional photos of their business.
- An invitation to the winners’ reception in London.
- A trophy, certificate, digital badge, and bespoke promotion on DBT’s channels.
Highly commended entrants will also receive free membership to the Institute.
- Support for SMEs: Lloyds Bank has joined as a partner alongside the founding partner, the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade.
- Ministerial Endorsement: Gareth Thomas, Minister for Services, Small Businesses and Exports, emphasized the awards’ significance:
“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. I encourage all those who have started on the exporting ladder to enter and showcase their success.”
The awards showcase the innovation and ambition of British SMEs, driving growth, creating jobs, and inspiring businesses to thrive in global markets. Applications close on 9 March 2025.