Sponsor The Excellence Awards 2026
Would you like to sponsor The Excellence Awards?
Central to everything Scotland Food & Drink does is partnership and collaboration. The Excellence Awards are no exception. We are extremely grateful for the support of our sponsors and partners who help make the awards a success.
If you are interested in being involved in our 2026 event, you can find out more in our sponsorship packs:
Drinks Reception Sponsorship Pack
*Please note that some categories have already been sponsored by businesses. Please get in touch with our events team to check current availability.
Interested in sponsoring? Get in touch below.
Palletforce
Best for Scottish (Multiple Business of the Year)
Palletforce is a leading UK-based express palletised freight distribution network, established in 2001. With over 100 independent member companies, it connects businesses across the UK and Europe, offering flexible and efficient delivery solutions.
Caledonian MacBrayne
Distilling Product of the Year (Dark Spirits)
Distilling Product of the Year (White Spirits)
Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) is the major operator of passenger and vehicle ferries to the west coast of Scotland, serving ports on the mainland and 22 of the major islands.
Seafood Scotland
Fish & Seafood Product of the Year
Seafood Scotland is the national trade and marketing organisation representing the Scottish seafood industry. Established in 1999, it serves as a non-commercial body dedicated to promoting and developing Scotland's seafood sector.
Scottish Bakers
Bakery Product of the Year
Scottish Bakers is the Trade Association for the production, retail and craft bakery sector in Scotland.
Scottish Bakers help bakery businesses grow by providing tailored support and toolkits. The trade association also provides networking opportunities, and access to industry insights, thereby enabling bakeries to enhance their skills, reach new markets, and improve the operational efficiency.
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS)
Scotch Brand Product of the Year
QMS is the public body responsible for helping the Scottish red meat sector improve its efficiency, sustainability, integrity and profitability and maximise its contribution to Scotland's economy.