The Newport Business Awards are returning for their second year, with entries now open for businesses across the city, proudly supported once again by Newport City Council.
Following the success of the inaugural Newport Business Awards, the awards are back to celebrate the diverse and thriving business community across Newport.
The awards are open to all businesses operating within the city, from start-ups and independent businesses to established companies and international organisations.
Now in their second year, the Newport Business Awards feature 17 categories, recognising achievement across a broad range of sectors and areas of business. Categories include Start-up of the Year, Innovation and Technology, alongside awards celebrating the contribution and success of businesses across Newport.
The awards aim to shine a spotlight on the businesses, people and ideas helping to drive Newport’s economy, while providing an opportunity for businesses of all sizes and stages to gain recognition for their achievements.
The Newport Business Awards return to Rodney Parade, for the 2027 awards ceremony on the 11th March 2027. With Newport City Council returning as Headline Sponsor for the 2027 awards, alongside UHY Hacker Young, who have also returned as a Category Sponsor. Their continued support helps celebrate and recognise Newport’s thriving business community and the businesses helping to drive the city’s economy.
Kevin Ward, Chair of Judges of the Newport Business Awards said:
“I’m delighted to be chairing the judging panel again this year. Newport has so much to be proud of when it comes to its business community, and I see first-hand the passion and commitment that goes into making our city a great place to live and work. I’m really looking forward to celebrating that at this year’s awards.”
Liz Brookes, Founder of the Newport Business Awards and Managing Director of Grapevine Event Management said:
“We’re delighted to be bringing the Newport Business Awards back for a second year following the fantastic response to our inaugural awards. Last year gave us the opportunity to celebrate the incredible businesses, people and organisations that make Newport such a vibrant place to do business, and we’re excited to continue that journey.
“We’re looking forward to seeing this year’s entries and hearing the stories behind the businesses that continue to make a difference across the city.”
It’s free to enter the awards, with 17 categories to choose from, individuals and companies can enter or nominate for up to 2 categories.
They are:
- Best BID Independent Business of the Year
- Creative & Digital Business of the Year
- Employer of the Year
- Entrepreneur of the Year
- Family Business of the Year
- Finance and Professional Service Business of the Year
- Green Business of the Year
- Innovation and Technology Business of the Year
- International Business of the Year
- Leisure & Hospitality Business of the Year
- Newport Community Award
- Manufacturing Business of the Year
- Retail Business of the Year
- SME Business of the Year
- Start-Up business of the Year
- Third Sector Organisation of the Year
- Young Business Person of the Year
Entries are now open via the official awards website. The closing date for applications is 15th January 2027 with the winners announced at the black-tie ceremony on Thursday 11th March at Rodney Parade.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information on sponsorship opportunities for the Newport Business Awards 2027 contact: newport@grapevineeventmanagement.co.uk
