BC SoftWear celebrates major wins at the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2026
Leading UK‐based textiles supplier BC SoftWear has secured significant recognition at the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2026, taking home two category wins and the top honour of the evening. The annual ceremony, attended by business leaders from across the region, celebrates outstanding performance, innovation and contribution to the Thames Valley economy.
BC SoftWear was awarded SME Business of the Year, acknowledging the company’ s operational strength, sustained growth and long‐standing presence within the Thames Valley business community. The brand also won International Trade Business of the Year, recognising its expanding global footprint and the impact of its international partnerships across Europe, the Middle East and other key hospitality markets.
The company was additionally shortlisted for the Sustainability Award, reflecting BC SoftWear’ s ongoing commitment to responsible business practices and eco‐conscious manufacturing. The recognition highlights the brand’ s continued investment in lower‐impact production and its role in supporting responsible luxury within the hospitality sector.
The ceremony concluded with BC SoftWear being named Thames Valley Business of the Year, selected from all nominees across every category. Regarded as the highest honour of the event, the award celebrates exceptional leadership, innovation and regional impact, recognising the business judged to have made the most significant contribution to the Thames Valley community over the past year.“ Winning SME Business of the Year and International Trade Business of the Year, and then being named Thames Valley Business of the Year, is an extraordinary moment for us,” says Founder and CEO Barbara Cooke.“ These awards reflect the commitment of our team across Maidenhead and beyond, and we’ re
proud to represent the Thames Valley Chamber at the national finals later this year.”
BC SoftWear’ s recognition across multiple categories reinforces its position as one of the region’ s most established and internationally focused businesses, with continued emphasis on manufacturing, export growth and responsible operations. The awards mark a defining milestone for the company as it continues to expand its presence both in the UK and overseas.
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