Brigade was announced as one of only 252 organisations nationally to be recognised with a King’s Award for Enterprise in May. The company was chosen for its excellence in international trade. It is the second time Brigade has achieved the accolade having previously been presented with the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade in 2019.
Joining lady Colgrain on the visit were deputy lord lieutenant Kevin Holford and the leader of Kent County Council, Roger Gough. The guests were accompanied by managing director Philip Hanson-Abbott and the Brigade team on the tour of its facilities, including its research and development department.
Commenting on the visit, Philip Hanson-Abbott said: “We were thrilled to welcome Lady Colgrain to our headquarters and to have the opportunity to introduce her to our team and demonstrate what makes Brigade so special. We are absolutely delighted to be recognised by what is one of the most prestigious business awards in the world – to be visited by Kent county’s official representative of His Majesty The King is a great honour and one that was thoroughly enjoyed by all our team on site.”
The King’s Award for Enterprise, previously known as The Queen’s Award for Enterprise, was renamed last year to reflect his majesty the king’s desire to continue the legacy of HM Queen Elizabeth II by recognising outstanding UK businesses.
