INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Viper Innovations is proud to receive the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade. The award follows Viper’s earlier success in 2016, when the company received the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation. Viper Innovations is a high-tech engineering company providing cutting-edge electrical integrity solutions to the global subsea, rail and industrial sectors. The King’s Award recognises the company’s exceptional international growth, expanding global customer base and its contribution to promoting UK innovation worldwide. Viper’s flagship products include V-LIFE®, a revolutionary cable recovery technology, and V-LIM, a real-time cable integrity monitor. These solutions are trusted by operators worldwide to ensure critical reliability and extend the life of assets. Exporting plays a central role in Viper’s business strategy. Over the past decade, the company has built on British engineering excellence to grow a strong international presence. Exports now account for around 40% of total business, with revenue rising 30% between FY23 and FY25. Growth is being driven by recurring revenues from core services and the launch of innovative new technologies. Viper Innovations Ltd
Managing Director Edward Davies says, “Receiving the King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade is a testament to the ingenuity, dedication and vision of our incredible team. It validates our international strategy and supports our ambition to further expand our global footprint.” Following a successful management buyout in 2024, Viper has increased its strategic focus on long-term growth. A key part of this strategy is the launch of a dedicated
Viper’s flagship products include V-LIM, a real-time cable integrity monitor
business development hub in Houston, marking a major step in Viper’s expansion, with plans to replicate this model in other key markets. With a clear sales approach, strong customer relationships, and a reputation for innovation, Viper Innovations is well positioned to continue its international growth and long-term success. VIPER INNOVATIONS LTD Marine View Office Park, 45 Martingale Way, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 7AW Tel: 01275 787878 • enquiries@viperinnovations.com www.viperinnovations.com @viperinnovates @viperinnovationsltd
The Viper Team
Virtual Human Resources (VHR)
Virtual Human Resources (VHR) is an international technical recruitment company that delivers high impact staffing solutions across the aerospace and aviation, F1 and automotive, engineering and manufacturing, civils and infrastructure, defence and security, renewables and energy, and marine sectors. Operating in 58 countries and supporting more than 180 clients, VHR helps organisations solve critical skills shortages with speed, compliance and care. Since its inception in 2003, VHR has established a consultative approach to recruitment. Founded by industry professionals, the business understands the complex technical and regulatory needs of global engineering led sectors. Today, VHR’s international team speaks 22 languages and works in collaboration with clients and candidates to deliver tailored, ethical recruitment services. VHR offers a wide range of workforce solutions, including: • Contract recruitment • Permanent recruitment • Executive search • Managed service/Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO)
At the heart of VHR’s model is its unique ability to provide not just people, but complete workforce solutions. VHR’s in-house Contractor Care team ensures every worker receives support before, during and after placement, building long-term relationships based on respect, transparency and trust. What sets VHR apart is its focus on sustainable talent creation. VHR partners with clients to identify semi- skilled labour markets, then trains individuals to client specifications through bespoke programmes. This approach helps bridge global skills gaps while offering life-changing opportunities to candidates. Retention rates from these programmes regularly exceed 95%. VHR continues to grow with offices in Europe, the Middle East and North America, and is expanding its Executive Search and Fixed Price recruitment services. With more than 75 industry awards and decades of international expertise, VHR is proud to support global innovation and economic development through ethical recruitment. In addition to its recruitment expertise, VHR is a vocal advocate for improving industry standards. VHR champions ethical hiring practices and promotes diversity and inclusion across all levels of the sectors it serves. Whether supporting large-scale engineering projects or placing specialist contractors, VHR remains committed to creating a better future for businesses and workers worldwide.
VHR is a specialist in engineering and technical talent worldwide
VIRTUAL HUMAN RESOURCES (VHR) Luna House, 37-39 Bermondsey Wall West, London, SE16 4RN Tel: +44 (0)207 500 7980 • hello@v-hr.com www.v-hr.com VHRGlobalTechnicalRecruitment lifeatvhr virtual-human-resources @vhrglobal Celebrating industry-leading recruitment with the company’s award-winning team
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