TECHNOLOGY
Category finalists
Healthcare Innovation Award in partnership with Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria
Zara King Designs – reducing pain , risk of infection and increasing dignity for bed bound patients .
Salvify – simplifying medical inventory management for the health sector .
Better Brand Agency - revolutionising falls prevention through innovative digital solutions .
Creative Innovation Award in partnership with Teesside University
Mi-box Live - combining numeracy , sport and games to make learning maths fun and engaging , blending Edtech with hands-on play .
Film Phones Pro – a transformative app for the TV and film industry .
The Auxiliary Project Space – an innovative hub for professional development , community engagement and creative innovation in Tees Valley .
Digital Innovation Award in partnership with Middlesbrough College
Embeddable – delivering pioneering systems for advanced digital solutions .
Radical Forge - transforming the games industry through unwavering resilience and a progressive , innovative approach .
Carbonetrix - innovating carbon management , enhancing data intelligence , and upskilling users to improve decisionmaking in construction .
Sustainability Innovation Award in partnership with Decerna
Laytrix - developing specialist sustainability equipment , design and consultancy services for the offshore and marine sectors .
Three Brothers Brewing – microbrewery with a commitment to net zero emissions , partnering to drive sustainability and innovation forward .
Chestnut Bio - creating innovative , sustainable alternatives to polypropylene plastics .
Professional Services Innovation Award in partnership with The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Cowies Consulting – innovating surveying for residential , commercial and listed properties with precise valuations to RICS standards .
Intasite - SaaS platform enhancing safety , compliance , and productivity for highhazard industries .
Network Notwork - blending business support with mental health advocacy , empowering businesses and equipping students and children with digital and entrepreneurial skills .
Social Innovation Award in partnership with Key Fund
Sticks and Stones – amplifying voices , celebrating diversity and fostering empowerment and representation in the creative arts and media .
Refugee Futures – connecting refugees and asylum seekers with local businesses to promote integration .
BCT Aspire – delivering a collective vision , uniting stakeholders and making a real difference in the lives of children , young people and the wider community .
Transport Innovation Award in partnership with Teesside University
Tees Valley Rural Action – innovating and enhancing rural mobility solutions and reducing isolation .
Seer – transforming logistics and international trade through innovative technologies .
Simfly – revolutionising flight training and experiences in Darlington , nurturing local talent and fostering passion for aviation .
The event highlighted groundbreaking contributions from organisations of all sizes .
A celebration of innovation
Innovative Small Business Award in partnership with The Federation of Small Businesses
Tanglewood Games – a co-development studio dedicated to providing the best ‘ unreal engineering support ’ to their clients .
Southern Asset Management – pioneering tech-driven asset management solutions .
MCD Systems – customised digital solutions , software development and technical consultancy to drive innovation and growth for businesses across industries .
Innovative Medium Business Award in partnership with The North East Chamber of Commerce
Materials Processing Institute UK – advancing materials , decarbonisation and digital technologies to drive growth , sustainability , and ethical industry practices .
AV Dawson – trusted freight logistics and port operator , leveraging cutting-edge digital tools to enhance efficiency and decision-making .
Tees Components – heavy engineering subcontractor with extensive machining capacity and skilled engineers , innovating large projects with precision .
Innovative Large Business Award in partnership with the Confederation of British Industry
CPI – pioneering social enterprise , bridging the gap between research and industry , accelerating the commercialisation of advanced technologies and sustainable solutions .
Lianhetech Seal Sands – delivering sustainable innovation in fine chemical manufacturing , specialising in custom synthesis and hazardous materials .
Caterpillar – leading sustainable product development with energy-efficient , low-emission vehicles using advanced technology and remanufacturing expertise .
The Innovation Tees Valley Awards 2025 not only celebrated the region ’ s most forward-thinking businesses but also provided a platform for networking , knowledge-sharing and collaboration .
With a diverse lineup of award categories , the event highlighted groundbreaking contributions from organisations of all sizes .
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