At the Festival of Innovation, our industry and university partners presented awards to the top digital innovators on the Centre for Digital Innovation programme.

• Advanced Manufacturing Award 

Winner: Rawwater Applied Technology Ltd

Highly Commended: Infi-Tex Ltd; National Examining Board for Dental Nurses

• AI Innovation in Cyber Security Award, recognising those who have made an impact on the field of cyber security 

Winner: APH10 Ltd

• AI Innovation in Healthcare Award, recognising businesses that have successfully implemented digital technologies to improve operations and customer engagement 

Winner: Pennine Consultancy Ltd

Highly Commended: Science for Social Good CIC; Averywell Ltd

• Customer Engagement Transformation Award, acknowledging businesses that leverage digital tools to promote sustainability and reduce environmental impact 

Winner: Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

Highly Commended: My Customs Ltd; Homestyle Kitchens Ltd

• Immersive Cultural Innovation Award, honouring companies that have developed innovative digital products or services that significantly enhance user experience or operational efficiency

Winner: Modern English Digital Ltd

Highly Commended: Royal Exchange Theatre Company Ltd; UN:HURD MUSIC Ltd

• Innovation in Operational Efficiency Award

Winner: OTAQ Group Ltd

Highly Commended: Le Fridge Ltd; Wealth Teck Ltd

• Sustainability Through Digital Innovation Award

Winner: BatchW Ltd

Highly Commended: The Clever Carbon Company Ltd; D. Jacobson & Sons Ltd

• Special Recognition Award 

Winner: Airborne Environmental Consultants Ltd

• Transformative Workplace Award 

Winner: Ripple & Co

Highly Commended: Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd; Prevail Accountancy Ltd

Watch the highlights from the Festival of Innovation