Horizon Works to sponsor Manufacturer of the Year award

Insider’s Made in the North East Awards 2024 have been launched – and we’re delighted to announce that Horizon Works will be sponsoring the Manufacturer of the Year (under £25m) Award for the second time!

The annual awards, which are organised by Insider Media, celebrate the success and achievements of the region’s manufacturing sector and the hard-working and talented workforces they employ.

Horizon Works sponsored the Manufacturer of the Year (under £25m) Award in the 2023 Made In The North East Awards. Our Managing Director, Samantha Vassallo, presented the award to the winning company, Peterlee-based custom battery solutions manufacturer Alexander Battery Technologies, at a glittering awards ceremony at the Hilton Newcastle Gateshead in March.

The winners of 2024’s awards will be revealed at an awards dinner which will take place at the Hilton Newcastle Gateshead on March 14, 2024.

2024’s award categories are:

• Digital Technology Award
• Manufacturing Innovation Award
• Automotive, Aerospace & Rail Award
• Export Award
• Food & Drink Award
• Sustainable/Ethical Manufacturer Award
• Future Talent Award
• Apprentice of the Year
• Manufacturing Start-up Award
• Manufacturer of the Year (under £25m)
• Manufacturer of the Year (over £25m)

Samantha Vassallo said: “We’re delighted to be supporting the Insider Made in the North East Awards 2024 by sponsoring the Manufacturer of the Year (under £25m) category.

“The 2023 awards ceremony was a very special evening and it was fantastic to see so many pioneering North East companies being recognised for their innovative products and services, business growth and commitment to their workforces.

“We’re looking forward to seeing the Insider Made in the North East Awards 2024 celebrate the achievements of North East England’s vibrant manufacturing community once again next March!”

Tom Allport, North East Head of Region at Insider, said: “The 13th annual Made in North East Awards will again celebrate and reward manufacturing and engineering businesses in the region and the skilled workforces they employ.

“We are very pleased to welcome back Horizon Works as a category sponsor and look forward to working with them in partnership on the Made in North East Awards 2024 and wider initiatives.”

Look out for more details on how to enter the Insider Made in the North East Awards 2024 – and more information about the event here.