Solent 250 2025

This award looks to recognise businesses from the Ranking that have exhibited exceptional international performance in the last 12 months either through: growing export sales by entering new regions or significantly increasing revenue in existing markets; establishing operations in new territories; and/or taking an interesting, proactive or pragmatic approach to its business activities in the face of the challenges or opportunities presented from the changes in global economic and geo-political landscape.

This award recognises a business with a culture that demonstrates an exemplary leadership ethos, operational excellence and a strong and well-articulated purpose connected to business strategy. Criteria includes visionary leadership, ethical decision-making, and a commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning. Nominees should demonstrate a positive leadership mindset throughout the organisation and an inspiring workplace that has the confidence of all of its stakeholders.

Awarded to a privately-owned business that has grown considerably year-on-year with a compelling story to tell; that has shown stellar growth and can demonstrate it is well set up to continue this growth trajectory over the next financial year, thereby having a hugely positive impact on the Solent community.

Awarded to a company fostering an exceptional workplace. Criteria include outstanding employee satisfaction, innovative talent development, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and a supportive work culture. The recipient must demonstrate exemplary leadership, commitment to employee well-being, and a positive impact on the professional growth and morale of its workforce.

The Business of the Year Award recognises an organisation’s outstanding commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership within the region. This accolade celebrates companies that demonstrate a dedication to delivering exceptional products and/or services, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration, and consistently exceeding client expectations.

The award highlights the hard work and dedication of the organisation’s team, the trust and support of its valued clients, and for setting exemplary standards and success in the Solent region.

Awarded in recognition of outstanding leadership, innovation, and business impact. Criteria include exceptional strategic vision, growth in company performance, transformative decision-making, fostering a positive corporate culture, and demonstrating ethical leadership. Nominees should have made a significant contribution to their organisation's success and industry development.

Awarded to a company that can demonstrate it is well set up to continue thriving over the next financial year, thereby having a hugely positive impact on the Solent community.

This award looks to recognise businesses from the Ranking that have exhibited exceptional international performance in the last 12 months either through: growing export sales by entering new regions or significantly increasing revenue in existing markets; establishing operations in new territories; and/or taking an interesting, proactive or pragmatic approach to its business activities in the face of the challenges or opportunities presented from the changes in global economic and geo-political landscape.

This award recognises a business with a culture that demonstrates an exemplary leadership ethos, operational excellence and a strong and well-articulated purpose connected to business strategy. Criteria includes visionary leadership, ethical decision-making, and a commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning. Nominees should demonstrate a positive leadership mindset throughout the organisation and an inspiring workplace that has the confidence of all of its stakeholders.

Awarded to a privately-owned business that has grown considerably year-on-year with a compelling story to tell; that has shown stellar growth and can demonstrate it is well set up to continue this growth trajectory over the next financial year, thereby having a hugely positive impact on the Solent community.

Awarded to a company fostering an exceptional workplace. Criteria include outstanding employee satisfaction, innovative talent development, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and a supportive work culture. The recipient must demonstrate exemplary leadership, commitment to employee well-being, and a positive impact on the professional growth and morale of its workforce.

The Business of the Year Award recognises an organisation’s outstanding commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership within the region. This accolade celebrates companies that demonstrate a dedication to delivering exceptional products and/or services, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration, and consistently exceeding client expectations.

The award highlights the hard work and dedication of the organisation’s team, the trust and support of its valued clients, and for setting exemplary standards and success in the Solent region.

Awarded in recognition of outstanding leadership, innovation, and business impact. Criteria include exceptional strategic vision, growth in company performance, transformative decision-making, fostering a positive corporate culture, and demonstrating ethical leadership. Nominees should have made a significant contribution to their organisation's success and industry development.

Awarded to a company that can demonstrate it is well set up to continue thriving over the next financial year, thereby having a hugely positive impact on the Solent community.