The Scottish Borders Business Excellence Awards (SBBEA) proudly celebrated the region's most outstanding businesses on Friday, 30th August, at the historic Peebles Hydro. The event brought together a vibrant community of entrepreneurs, businesses, business leaders, and supporters, all gathered to honour the exceptional achievements of the region’s finest.
The evening was filled with excitement and recognition, as businesses from across the Scottish Borders were acknowledged for their innovation, resilience, and contribution to the local economy. The winners and those who were highly commended stood out for their exceptional dedication, creativity, and impact within their industries.Borders Favourite Business Winner: The Perfect FitEach of these businesses has demonstrated remarkable achievements, embodying the spirit of excellence that the SBBEA seeks to promote. From innovation in product development to outstanding customer service and community engagement, the winners and highly commended businesses represent the very best of what the Scottish Borders has to offer.The awards night was not just about celebrating the winners but also about bringing the business community together. Guests enjoyed an evening of networking, fine dining, and entertainment, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Peebles Hydro."It has been truly inspiring to have seen the remarkable achievements of our local businesses at the Scottish Borders Business Excellence Awards. Each of our winners and highly commended businesses exemplifies the innovation, resilience, and commitment that make the Scottish Borders a vibrant place to do business. These awards are a tribute of their hard work and dedication, and a recognition of their contributions to our community. We are grateful to our sponsors, partners, and everyone who supported this event, and we look forward to continuing to champion business excellence in our region."A huge congratulations to all our winners and those who were highly commended! Your success is an inspiration to us all.This event would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors:
Adsmart from Sky - Excellence in Innovation and Technology
Charlesfield Farms Ltd - Band: John Beattie & The Ruckstars
DYW Borders - Business of the Year 11 to 50 Employees
DYW Borders - DYW Champion Business Award
Jackson Distillers Ltd - Net Zero Business of the Year
Moira’ - Table Centrepieces
Peebles Hydro - Drinks Reception
Plexus - Excellence in Manufacturing
SBCC - Business of the Year 1 to 10 Employees
Scottish Borders Council - Excellence in Food & Drink
Scottish Borders Council - Excellence in Hospitality & Tourism
South of Scotland Enterprise - Young Business Person of the Year
SQA - Business of the Year 51+ Employees
Strawberry Lemonade Events - Fair Work Business of the Year
Utility Warehouse - Borders Favourite Business
We extend our deepest gratitude to them for their commitment to fostering business excellence in the Scottish Borders. Their involvement is a testament to the strength and unity of our local business community.The Scottish Borders Business Excellence Awards continue to grow in prestige and impact, highlighting the importance of recognising and celebrating business success. We look forward to next year’s event, where we will once again shine a spotlight on the region’s top businesses and their achievements.





