One of Scotland’s longest running awards, this is the 30th anniversary of the Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards which recognise and celebrate the success and achievements of local businesses.

Applications are open to all Lanarkshire businesses and social enterprises across all sectors and are free to enter.

Companies can apply for up to two of the ten categories.

“Lanarkshire boasts a strong, diverse business sector with companies of all sizes delivering quality services and products across many areas. The awards are a great opportunity for them to show off their achievements,” said Councillor Alex McVey, Convener of North Lanarkshire Council’s Enterprise and Fair Work Committee.

“The quality and innovation of our local businesses never ceases to amaze me and I look forward to seeing the high calibre of entries from across Lanarkshire this year.”

This year’s awards are sponsored by Albert Bartlett.

John Hicks, Brand & Marketing Director at ALBERT BARTLETT said, “Albert Bartlett is delighted to continue our support of the Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards for 2025, particularly as the awards celebrate their 30th year. 

“We again look forward to showcasing and celebrating the fantastic depth and breadth of business talent across Lanarkshire. We look forward to seeing all the finalists at the fantastic Caledonia Gladiators Arena for the Awards Dinner on 30th May.”

The categories are:

• Lanarkshire’s Best Business (0-10 employees) – sponsored by Clyde Gateway
• Lanarkshire’s Best Business (11-50 employees) – sponsored by UKSE
• Lanarkshire’s Best Business (51 employees or more) – sponsorship still available
• Lanarkshire’s Best New Business – sponsored by Business Gateway Lanarkshire
• Lanarkshire’s Community Impact Award – sponsorship still available
• Lanarkshire’s Employer of the Year– sponsored by North Lanarkshire’s Working and South Lanarkshire Works
• Excellence in Customer Service – sponsorship still available
• Lanarkshire Innovation in Business Award – sponsorship still available
• Lanarkshire Food & Drink Award – sponsorship still available
• Lanarkshire Green Business Award – sponsorship still available

The closing date for all applications is Monday 17 March. For details of all categories and how to apply visit www.lanarkshirebusinessawards.co.uk.

Winners will be announced at the awards dinner on 30 May at Caledonia Gladiators Arena, East Kilbride. Tickets go on sale in March.  

Anyone interested in the remaining sponsorship opportunities, please contact the Awards Team at awards@lbea.info