The King's Awards Magazine 2023

AIS

AIS, a global leader in the engineering, manufacture and application of insulation and passive fire protection systems, buoyancy and SURF (subsea, umbilicals, risers and flowlines) products, is delighted to win its sixth Award for Enterprise in the prestigious King’s Awards. Gloucester-based AIS obtained the International Trade Award for its outstanding short-term growth in overseas sales in key markets, including China, Brazil, the United States, Malaysia and Ghana. “To receive the King’s Award for International Trade is a great honour,” says Managing Director Andrew Bennion. “It is a testament to our export strategy that saw us emerge from the challenges

“AIS has made huge efforts to develop our services globally, allowing us to align with our customers in key locations,” says Director of Business Development – Energy Division, Asaf Hisherik. “Our export strategy, together with the development of local teams, allows us to be cost-competitive and responsive, whilst maintaining the excellent quality our customers expect from us.” Recognition from His Majesty King Charles III is the culmination of an exciting year for the company,

having acquired subsea specialist CRP Subsea in 2022. AIS is thrilled to receive the King’s Award for International Trade. It is a testament to the hard work of everyone at AIS, both in the UK and internationally. AIS Quedgeley West Business Park, Bristol Road, Gloucester GL2 4PA info@aisltd.com • www.aisltd.com

of the Covid pandemic stronger than ever. We also understand the importance of investing in our products and people, and I believe this focus has contributed significantly to our success.” Overseas sales increased by 70.25% across three years, despite travel restrictions during the pandemic. AIS’ versatile team found a solution that included remote training and supervision to develop its export markets.

Akula Living

ALLpaQ Packaging Group

For Akula Living, the family- owned business based in Yorkshire, manufacturing high quality marine-grade outdoor furniture is more than just a job – it’s a passion. With a focus on excellence and attention to detail, Akula Living has established itself as a leading supplier to the global hospitality, cruise and commercial sectors. At the heart of the company’s success is its commitment to

ALLpaQ, a leading manufacturer in the packaging industry, and vital contributor in the vaccine rollout, has been awarded the King’s Award for International Trade. Founded in 2009, ALLpaQ Packaging Group is the originator of all-plastic bioprocess containers. The company also offers custom fabricated laboratory accessories,

single-use bags and a range of support services to empower scientists, from discovery and development to clinical testing and manufacturing. With fabrication facilities in the UK, ALLpaQ is present in more than 25 countries through direct sales and strategic partnerships. A full in-house service means ALLpaQ delivers the customisation needed to optimise the in-process supply chain, from clinical development to commercial scale. Managing Director, Phill Allen, explains the prestigious award is a: “Direct result of the tireless efforts, commitment and innovation of our wonderful ALLteaM, especially during the challenging times of recent years, including the Covid-19 pandemic, where we played a small but vitally important role in supporting our clients in the production and rollout of vaccines globally.”

Akula Living is the preferred supplier to commercial, hospitality and cruise outdoor spaces

vertical integration, which enables its team to oversee every aspect of the manufacturing process, from design to delivery. Akula Living is able to create outdoor furniture that not only looks great but also performs exceptionally well in all weather conditions and heavy usage environments. Tim Appleton, Akula Living’s CEO, is honoured to receive the King’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade, recognising the team’s effort to establish a manufacturing brand synonymous with quality, exceptional design and durability, with excellent after sales support. The Award acknowledges the company’s past success and motivates its team to continue to excel.

AKULA LIVING Akula House, 4, Cromwell Office Park, York Road, Wetherby, West Yorkshire LS22 7SU Tel: 01937 862705 • www.akulaliving.com /company/akulaliving akulaliving

ALLPAQ PACKAGING GROUP Unit 4, Albright Rd, Widnes WA8 8FY Tel: 01472 800373 • enquiries@allpaq.com • allpaq.com

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