CELEBRATING MORAY BUSINESSES TODAY & EVERY DAY
We’re delighted to announce the winners of our 2025 Annual Business Awards, revealed last night at the Laichmoray Hotel in Elgin. These awards celebrate the innovation, resilience, and community spirit that define Moray’s business community.
Congratulations to our winners...
Most Promising Enterprise:
Finalists:
Byres Farm
Brilliantly Brave - WINNER
Celebrated for their creativity, innovation, and remarkable growth potential. Their fresh ideas and entrepreneurial spirit highlight the exciting future of Moray’s business landscape.
Exporter of the Year:
Finalists:
AJ Engineering
Walker’s Shortbread - WINNER
Recognised for their outstanding international reach, commitment to quality and the global reputation they continue to build for Moray-made products.
SME of the Year:
Finalists:
Pinefield Glass
Tony Weir Contractor Ltd
Russell Construction Ltd - WINNER
Impressing judges with their strong performance, customer focus, and ambitious approach to growth. Their success demonstrates the impact that small and medium-sized enterprises have on the local economy and community.
Corporate Social responsibility:
Finalists:
Gleaner
AES Solar - WINNER
For their commitment to sustainability, environmental responsibility, and community engagement. Their work reflects a forward-thinking approach that benefits both business and society.
Lifetime Achievement Award:
Michael Urquhart
Recognising an outstanding career and lasting contribution to Moray’s business community. Michael's dedication, leadership and influence have left and lasting mark on the region and continue to inspire future generations of business leaders.
Thank you to all our members and guests who joined us for the evening. We are especially grateful to the team at Laichmoray Hotel for their outstanding hospitality, to Shan Saba, our host and Director of Moray Chamber, for making the evening truly memorable, and to our guest speaker Peter Green from Gordonstoun School.
Sarah Medcraf, Chief Executive at Moray Chamber of Commerce, said:
“What an incredible evening. There’s something really magical about bringing together businesses of different sizes, shapes and sectors to celebrate all the successes of Moray. Huge congratulations to our winners and both the winners and finalists should be very proud. A great achievement and real highlight to finish the year.”
A sincere thanks to Associated Seafoods Ltd, whose generous sponsorship brought the evening to life.
