The 2026 Responsible Business Awards in NI
The Awards showcase transformational stories of businesses taking real action to build thriving communities and have celebrated those businesses demonstrating strong, inclusive leadership, who continually innovate to tackle pressing social issues and to repair and rebuild our planet.
2026 Finalists Announcement
Finalists in the 2026 Responsible Business Awards in Northern Ireland have been announced at a breakfast event with sponsors, partners and judges hosted by Belfast-based radio station and Awards media partner U105.
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Record entries narrowed to standout Finalists in 2026 Responsible Business Awards
Finalists in the 2026 Responsible Business Awards in Northern Ireland have been announced at a breakfast event with sponsors, partners and judges hosted by Belfast-based radio station and Awards media partner U105.
These annual Awards, organised by responsible business network Business in the Community and supported by key sponsor Henry Brothers, recognise, reward and celebrate inspirational and impactful organisations in Northern Ireland that are taking practical action to address pressing social and environmental issues.
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Finalists in the 2026 Responsible Business Awards in Northern Ireland join the judges in-person for the final stage of the Awards judging process on 23 and 24 June
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Search begins for Northern Ireland’s most responsible businesses as 2026 Awards open for entries
Business in the Community (BITC) has officially opened entries for the 2026 Responsible Business Awards in Northern Ireland, celebrating organisations that lead the way in responsible and sustainable business practice.
These Awards - in partnership with Henry Brothers - reward and recognise businesses large and small and from every sector who go beyond profit to be a force for good.
Awards Categories 2026
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NI RESPONSIBLE COMPANY OF THE YEAR AWARD
For the company that best demonstrates a pioneering approach to responsible business, with an established commitment to making positive impacts across its people, the planet and the places where it operates.
FINALISTS: Belfast City Airport and Belfast HarbourSponsored by
CLIMATE ACTION AWARD
For the organisation that best demonstrates how it is leading the way in climate action in Northern Ireland.
FINALISTS: Belfast Harbour; Clearbox; Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland; Drumhorc Pallets; Henderson Group; Northstone Materials Limited; Regency Carpet Manufacturing; Renewable Energy Systems Ltd; RTU Ltd; and SilotankSponsored by
COLLABORATIVE ACTION AWARD
For the organisation that best demonstrates how it has maximised its positive impacts by going beyond its core business activities to collaborate with or support another organisation/s, business, or group, to make a greater positive impact on society and/or the environment.
FINALISTS: ABP; Access Employment Ltd; Belfast City Airport; Belfast Harbour; CRASH Services; DLJ Water Ltd; SSE Airtricity; Translink - Belfast Grand Central Station; and Translink - Stuff a BusSponsored by
DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION AWARD
For the organisation that best demonstrates excellence in creating and developing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that offers opportunities for all.
FINALISTS: AMS; Belfast Harbour; Capita Plc; Craft Training; Fujitsu; Henderson Group; JP Corry; Queen's University Belfast; SONI; and Ulster UniversitySponsored by
EDUCATION & SKILLS AWARD
For the organisation that best demonstrates how its actions have helped inspire and support young people and/or people facing barriers to work to develop the skills they need for a successful working life.
FINALISTS: Bank of Ireland UK; Belfast City Airport; Cahoots NI; EY; Fujitsu; JP Corry; Northern Ireland Water; Pilgrim's Europe; Re-Gen Waste; and Think Design Engineer FoundationSponsored by
EMPLOYER OF CHOICE AWARD
For the organisation that best demonstrates how it is committed to creating a culture where employees thrive and takes a proactive and flexible approach to its strategy for retaining and developing talent.
FINALISTS: Aflac NI; AG Paving + Building Products; AG Wilson Limited; Belfast City Airport; Belfast Harbour; Dowds; Mackle Petfoods; NIE Networks Ltd; Phoenix Energy; and Regency Carpet ManufacturingSponsored by
IMPACT IN YOUR COMMUNITY AWARD
For the organisation that best demonstrates a positive impact on communities, going beyond its core business to invest time, resources, and expertise to tackle one or more key social issues.
FINALISTS: Almac Group; ATG Group; Bank of Ireland UK; Barclays; Belfast City Airport; Belfast Harbour; BPerfect Cosmetics; Craft Training; Danske Bank; Translink; and Version 1Sponsored by
NATURE & BIODIVERSITY AWARD
For the organisation that best demonstrates a significant commitment and contribution to improving biodiversity and the natural environment in Northern Ireland.
FINALISTS: Belfast Harbour; DLJ Water Ltd; Heron Manufacture; Northstone Materials Ltd.; Renewable Energy Systems Ltd; and Southern Health and Social Care TrustSponsored by
ONE-TO-WATCH AWARD
A member organisation that has joined Business in the Community since January 2024 and has made significant progress in the development and implementation of its Corporate Responsibility (CR) Strategy.
FINALISTS: Avove Ireland; Energy Saving Trust Ltd; McQuillan Companies; and Water Solutions Ireland LtdSponsored by
RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS AMBASSADOR AWARD
For a nominated individual who has made a significant contribution to responsible business practice within their organisation and in the wider business community, with a positive impact on people and the planet.
FINALISTS: Richard Chambers, AG Wilson Limited; Aisling Murphy, Irwin M&E; and Aidan Taggart, Version 1Sponsored by
RESPONSIBLE DIGITAL/TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION AWARD
For the organisation that best demonstrates use of digital/technology innovation to make a positive impact on people, planet and/or the communities where it works.
FINALISTS: Derrybros Shipping & Customs Clearance; Energy Saving Trust Ltd.; and Northern Ireland WaterSponsored by
RESPONSIBLE PRODUCT/SERVICE AWARD
For the organisation that best demonstrates how it has innovatively designed or developed product/s or service/s that tackle an environmental or social challenge.
FINALISTS: ATG Group; Energy Saving Trust Ltd.; Express Merchants Ltd; EY; Responsible Plastic Management Program; and Sign SourceSponsored by
WELLBEING AT WORK AWARD
For the organisation that best demonstrates excellence in inspiring and supporting its employees to prioritise their health and wellbeing and embrace positive lifestyle choices.
FINALISTS: AG Wilson Limited; AMS; Ballyclare High School; Eakin Healthcare; Fujitsu; GRAHAM; NIE Networks Ltd; Phoenix Energy; SONI; and TranslinkBe part of the responsible business network in NI
“These Awards provide a platform to showcase and celebrate the most innovative and inspirational responsible businesses. As the only Awards dedicated entirely to responsible business in NI, this is a unique opportunity for leaders in all areas of corporate responsibility to be recognised and rewarded for going beyond profit to be a force for good for society and the environment, and its serves as a way to inspire others to follow suit.”
