Some of Britain’s “most exceptional manufacturers” have been recognised for their achievements in exports, innovation, sustainability and social value at the 2026 Made in Britain Impact Awards.
The annual awards celebrated businesses making a measurable difference to British manufacturing – from established companies with decades of expertise preserving Britain’s industrial heritage, to cutting-edge manufacturers transforming their supply chains, expanding internationally and finding more environmentally responsible ways of working.
Organised by Made in Britain, the not-for-profit trade organisation representing more than 2,250 UK-based manufacturers, the ceremony took place on Wednesday 4th November at The Bank House Hotel & Golf Club in Worcester. The awards recognised winners across eight categories, alongside a special award celebrating outstanding use of the official Made in Britain trademark.
The winning businesses ranged across the full spectrum of British makers, from those driving an incredible increase in overseas sales to another using aluminium with a carbon footprint 73% below the global industry average. A manufacturer whose community initiatives have exceeded its social impact targets almost fivefold was also recognised.
The 2026 Made in Britain Impact Awards winners are:
- Heritage Manufacturer of the Year: Invica Industries, an Immingham manufacturer of smokeless fuels and developer of renewable carbon products. The business was praised by judges for helping to keep Britain’s historic steam railways, traction engines and traditional industries operational, while developing more environmentally responsible fuels to meet changing requirements.
- Heroes of British Export: Rotary Precision Instruments, a Somerset-based manufacturer of precision measurement and positioning equipment for the aerospace and power generation industries. The business was praised by judges for its ambitious international growth strategy, which has driven an incredible increase (668%) in US sales since 2023.
- Innovation of the Year: MAV Systems, a British manufacturer of automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras. The business was praised by judges for developing technology that identifies vehicles using manipulated, cloned or disguised registration plates to evade detection. Already deployed in policing and traffic enforcement, the innovation strengthens road safety and security while integrating with existing infrastructure, avoiding the need for costly system replacements.
- Excellence in Procurement: Apex Pumps, a Bristol-based manufacturer of industrial pumps. The business was praised by judges for embedding procurement across its business and investing in UK suppliers and manufacturing capabilities. Its strategic approach has improved on-time delivery by 30%, reduced component stock by a third and supported the recruitment of three additional apprentices.
- Marketing Campaign of the Year: Orange Campers, a Rotherham-based campervan conversion specialist. The business was praised by judges for its strategic approach to building a loyal customer community, generating more than 650,000 YouTube views and supporting projected annual revenue growth of over a third.
- Social Impact in Manufacturing: Trueform Engineering, a Middlesex manufacturer of public transport infrastructure and street furniture. The business was praised by judges for embedding social responsibility throughout its operations, combining employee wellbeing initiatives and community partnerships to deliver five times its targeted social impact over the past year.
- Inspiring Leader of the Year: Anna Angel of Anya Sushko Handbags England, a London-based luxury leather goods manufacturer. Anna was praised by judges for combining entrepreneurial ambition with a commitment to preserving traditional leatherworking skills, mentoring emerging designers and creating opportunities for the next generation of British craftspeople.
- Sustainability Initiative of the Year: Aluminium Shapes, a Corby-based manufacturer of bespoke aluminium extrusions. The business was praised by judges for making sustainability integral to its core product by adopting lower-carbon aluminium as standard, with a carbon footprint 73% below the global industry average.
The ceremony also presented Scarab Sweepers, part of the Fayat Group, with the Trademark Excellence Award, recognising its exceptional commitment to the Made in Britain organisation and its efforts to champion responsible British manufacturing. Presented for only the second time, the special award celebrated Scarab’s use of Made in Britain’s Environmental and Social Value Certification, its engagement with the wider manufacturing community and its commitment to British engineering, responsible procurement and community initiatives.
The Impact Awards celebrate some of Britain’s most exceptional manufacturers, and this year’s winners have certainly made their mark. We’ve seen extraordinary export growth, generations of manufacturing expertise and impressive advances in sustainable production.
Each achievement reflects the ambition and determination that keeps British manufacturing moving forward. I’m particularly pleased to see the commitment our winners have shown to supporting UK supply chains, developing new talent and investing in their communities.
John Pearce, CEO of Made in Britain
Now in their fifth year, the Impact Awards recognise Made in Britain members who demonstrate excellence not only in the products they manufacture, but in how they operate – from strengthening supply chains and expanding exports to supporting local communities and reducing environmental impact.
The 2026 awards highlighted the breadth of modern British manufacturing, with entries spanning traditional craftsmanship, precision engineering, electric transport, specialist machinery and sustainable materials.
For more information about the Made in Britain trademark and to see the full list of members, visit www.madeinbritain.org.
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