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2024 British Business Awards winners announced in Shanghai

After months of rigorous applications and judging, the winners of the 2024 British Business Awards were announced last night during the Gala Ceremony at the Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai.

Organised by the British Chambers of Commerce across China, the biennial awards celebrate outstanding achievements and highlight the vital contributions of businesses and individuals fostering strong economic ties between the UK and China. Featuring nine categories, the 2024 Awards drew 110 impressive submissions from a wide range of industries. More than 50 outstanding businesses and individuals were shortlisted during the first-round judging. The newly introduced online voting element garnered nearly 1.16 million public views, further amplifying the reach and engagement of this momentum occasion.

Dame Caroline Wilson DCMG, British Ambassador to China

Dame Caroline Wilson DCMG, British Ambassador to China, said: “Business is a cornerstone of the UK-China relationship, and the British Business Awards are a testimony to British companies’ significant contribution to China’s development. Their achievements, successes and thriving eco-system also help drive economic growth and innovation in the UK.”


Kirsten Johnston, Chair of the 2024 British Business Awards

Kirsten Johnston, Chair of the 2024 British Business Awards, shared in her welcome remarks: “The British Business Awards, now in their 16th year, reflect the unwavering commitment of both British and Chinese businesses to driving progress, fostering collaboration, and making a lasting impact on our economies and societies. As we unveil the winners, I would also like to extend a heartfelt thanks to our 38 judges, who collectively contributed nearly 2,000 volunteer hours. Their hard work and expertise were critical to ensuring a rigorous evaluation process.”


Winners of 2024 British Business Awards

2024 British Business Awards Winners

 Innovation Award

 – sponsored by The University of Manchester China Centre

Smiths Group 史密斯集团


Sustainability Award

– sponsored by the University of Nottingham Ningbo China

Smiths Group 史密斯集团


Social Impact Award

– sponsored by ASCEND IT

Reckitt China 利洁时中国


Education Partnership Award

– sponsored by The British Council

University of Nottingham Ningbo China 宁波诺丁汉大学


Business Partnership Award

– sponsored by GE5 Education

Wellington College China 惠灵顿（中国）


Chinese UK Alumnus Award

– sponsored by BritCham Shanghai

Yinpeng Bao 鲍胤澎 | OxSyns Biotech 津合生物


Inspiring Leadership Award

– sponsored by BritCham Shanghai

Capt. Simon Hibberd 何小伟

S.B. Submarine Systems Company Limited中英海底系统有限公司


Outstanding Contribution to the UK Award

– sponsored by BritCham Shanghai & China Chamber of Commerce in the UK

Agricultural Bank of China London Branch

中国农业银行伦敦分行


British Company of the Year Award

– sponsored by Smiths Group

[Large Company Category]

Jaguar Land Rover (China) Investment Co., Ltd.

捷豹路虎（中国）投资有限公司


[Medium Company Category]

Silverstream Technologies (Shanghai) Limited

修弗斯润亩科技（上海）有限公司


[Small Company Category]

The Hutong Education

北京融汇通旅行社有限公司

The Gala Ceremony was also graced by Matt Burney CMG, British Consul-General, Shanghai, Sohail Shaikh, British Deputy Trade Commissioner for China, Cat Sinclair-Jones, Director East China, British Council, Peter Burnett OBE, BBS, CEO, China Britain Business Council. They were joined by representatives from British and Chinese governments, businesses, and media organisations, alongside over 330 distinguished guests. The event was chaired by Jasmine Pang, Director of European Affairs at Phoenix TV.

2024 Awards are supported by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), the British Council, China-Britain Business Council (CBBC), Scottish Development International, Invest Northern Ireland, and the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in the UK.
More photos of the Gala Dinner can be viewed here>>
2024 BBA Finalists>>

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