The finalists for the EDP Business Awards 2024 have been announced, with businesses across the region receiving recognition for their hard work.
We find out about the finalists of the Medium Business of the Year award, which is sponsored by MAD-HR.
A1 ADAS Solutions
A1 ADAS Solutions in Norwich provides both specialist ADAS (advanced driver assistance system) and vehicle diagnostic products and services, plus garage workshop equipment, to the automotive aftermarket.
Iain Molloy began the family-run business in 2020 as a one-person enterprise, and now it operates under three brands, with its ‘whole solution’ approach earning it recognition as an innovator of ADAS and diagnostic services.
The judges were impressed by A1, saying it is “punching above its weight, in terms of financial performance and innovation”.
Judges also liked the attention the leadership team gives their staff and customers, describing their level of care as “palpable” and clearly shining through in the submission.
GeoAcoustics
Great Yarmouth-based GeoAcoustics has been supplying sonar equipment since 1978.
It designs, builds and sells the equipment, and has three main product lines that allow customers to view objects on the seabed, determine the depth/ shape of the seabed, or detect objects buried beneath it.
Its products are used in more than 70 countries and export sales are predominantly through a network of 50 channel partners, ensuring that sales and support are available to customers locally.
The judges gained a real sense of “care, pride and authenticity throughout the judging process” with GeoAcoustics, and liked “its commitment to investing in environmental and economical sustainability, innovation and people development”.
Hadley & Ottoway
A longstanding removals and storage business based in Watton, Hadley & Ottaway provides high-quality removal services tailored to both residential and commercial clients.
It offers storage solutions catering to various needs, with 24-hour monitored security measures for peace of mind.
It is also a founding member of the British Association of Removers (BAR), which underscores its commitment to quality and professionalism.
The judges said Hadley & Ottaway’s commitment to its team, customers and local community is “truly commendable”.
They were also impressed by its “contribution to its community through its charitable efforts”, along with reducing its environmental impact.
Indigo Swan
An award-winning energy consultancy based in Norwich, Indigo Swan places integrity over profit.
It helps businesses make well-informed decisions about their energy, as well as helping them to become more energy efficient and head towards net zero.
With its open and honest approach, Indigo Swan works hard to nurture relationships built on strong foundations of integrity and trust.
It doesn’t want to be the cheapest or the biggest energy consultants in the UK, it wants to be the very best.
The judges were impressed by Indigo Swan’s “commitment to investing in its people, its systems and infrastructure”.
They also praised its approach to refocusing its strategy on sustainability, renewables and green energy, which helped it stand out from the competition.
The winner of the Medium Business of the Year award will be revealed at the EDP Business Awards ceremony on Thursday, November 28 at Norfolk Showground. For more information or to buy tickets, visit edpbusinessawards.co.uk
To see the finalists in all categories, please click here.
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