As the birthplace of the industrial revolution, and a leading nation in the manufacturing industry today, what better way to showcase the current movers and shakers of the manufacturing trade than with SME’s British Made Awards 2021!

This year UK manufacturers have had to navigate a changing economy post-Brexit which has brought many challenges, but has also demonstrated the perseverance, tenacity and innovation of our nation’s greatest creators and makers. SME News is therefore proud to introduce the British Made Awards, to commend and spotlight only the best of British suppliers.

Contributing an enormous £191 billion to the economy overall in 2020/21, the manufacturing industry has remained the backbone of UK economy since its inception, and currently supports 2.7 million jobs nationwide. The North West of England contributes the single highest output per region, whilst the South East has cornered the market for the manufacture of electronics, which is now worth £4.7 billion alone! Strong industry links remain throughout the Midlands, with Birmingham once hailed ‘the city of a thousand trades,’ and Welsh manufacturing continues to account for nearly a third of its GDP.

With sights firmly set on the approaching second quarter of the 21st century, manufacturing executives from coast to coast are anticipating Industry 4.0, or the fourth industrial revolution. Characterised by cutting-edge digitisation, sustainably repurposed materials and waste-conscious processes, this exciting industry shift is expected to bring vital expansion in well-paid job opportunities and productivity. There is no better time to have your industry-leading services recognised by an awards programme!

Winning an award with SME News demonstrates that your company is receiving third-party attention, and it’s a great way to stand out from your competitors.

In order to decide on our lucky few, our in-house research team carefully analyse the information that is available both online and in the public domain, as well as any materials supplied by nominees. Case files, product samples and media packs are all accepted but are not mandatory.

Our results are determined entirely on merit, not on votes or the size of your institution, ensuring a level playing field so that all candidates receive the attention they deserve. We reward parties based on their reputation, commitment, innovation, determination, and contribution to their industry.

With a UK-wide circulation of 78,000, SME News remains the perfect platform for businesses looking to promote their brand across a nationwide readership, and each winner in the British Made Awards has the chance to utilise the SME News platform to share their news with our highly engaged audience. Check out what SME’s previous award winners say about us!

“The team at SME News were highly competent and professional. Along with being very helpful during the whole process. They used their expertise and resources to perfect the content to ensure the message and content was on point and relevant. I am delighted with their support and service and would recommend them to my connections and clients. I would most definitely work with SME News again in the future.”

Rachel Wade – Opt HR Limited

“SME News were so very professional to communicate with, we received guidance and assistance exactly as required and we have no hesitation to recommend SME News to any future customer. Here at I Giardini di Sorrento Italian Restaurant, Cardiff, had an immediate increase in public awareness from both SME and our own media posts. We have grown in strength over past 3 years, as a direct result, and thank them for their contribution and wish them every success going forward.”

Massimo Fraioli

“The SME team are very friendly and helpful. SME News has helped to promote my business in a unique and very positive way. An award from SME means a lot to me as it is clear that they are a team that are seeking out the best of British businesses and help them to succeed and grow.”

Martin Rapley – The Bug Man

If you are part of an enterprise which you feel is worthy of acknowledgement, or know of a company deserving of recognition, then please apply using the voting form above. If you would like further information on how you can get involved or our processes, please reach out to awards co-ordinator Emma Pridmore via the channels below.