Sponsor The Excellence Awards 2025
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 2025 event, you can find out more in our sponsorship packs:
*Please note that some categories have already been sponsored by businesses. Please get in touch with our events team to check current availability.
Our 2025 Sponsors
Asda
Headline Partner
With special thanks to our headline sponsor Asda, who have supported The Excellence Awards for over a decade.
We are extremely grateful for the support they have given us over the last 10 years, and we look forward to delivering another fantastic event together.
Loch Ness
Event Water Sponsor
Loch Ness Water is a premium glass bottled drinking water sourced directly from the body of Loch Ness and then prepared and bottled in the Scottish Highlands.
Each bottle encapsulates a tiny fraction of the myth and legend associated with Loch Ness.
Guthrie Group
Sustainability Award
Guthrie Group is one of the largest independent distributors of Workwear, PPE, Cleaning & Catering Supplies in Scotland.
With over 35 years’ specialist experience we are proud to serve the Scottish Food & Drink Industry.
Frame
Food Tourism Business Award
Established in 1989, Frame began as a small advertising and design agency in Glasgow. The business has since grown into a multi-disciplinary creative and communications agency, offering a diverse range of services to a multitude of industries.
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS)
Scotch Brand Product of the Year Award
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) is a public body, working across Scotland's red meat supply chain to improve the efficiency, sustainability, integrity and profitability of the Scottish red meat sector. QMS also helps to maximise the sector's contribution to Scotland's economy.
Caledonian MacBrayne
Distilling Product of the Year (Dark Spirits)
Distilling Product of the Year (Light 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.
Food and Drink Federation Scotland
Young Talent Award
The FDF is the membership body for food and drink manufacturers. Their members benefit from regulatory support, advocacy and chances to network.
Isle of Barra Distillers
Artisan Product of the Year
Isle of Barra Distillers is a family-run craft distillery founded in 2017 by Barra natives Michael and Katie Morrison. Located on Scotland’s most westerly island, the distillery draws inspiration from its rugged Atlantic surroundings and rich heritage. Their flagship product, Barra Atlantic Gin, is distinguished by its use of hand-harvested carrageen seaweed, sustainably sourced from the island's shores.
Levercliff
Dairy Product of the Year
Levercliff is a UK-based category consultancy with over 30 years of experience in the food and drink industry. They specialize in helping businesses understand their consumers, respond to customer needs, and build profitable and sustainable operations. Their services encompass category management, consumer insights, and commercial skills development.
NFU Mutual
Best for Scottish (Independent Business)
NFU Mutual, is a UK-based mutual insurance company established in 1910 by seven farmers in Stratford-upon-Avon. Initially created to offer cost-price insurance to encourage membership in the local farmers' union, it has since evolved into a leading provider of insurance and financial services across the UK.
Nielsen IQ
Beer & Cider Product of the Year
NielsenIQ, now branded as NIQ, is a global leader in consumer intelligence, providing comprehensive insights into consumer behaviour and retail performance.
ONE SeedPod
Business Innovation Award
ONE SeedPod is Scotland’s Food & Drink Innovation Hub, where ambitious food and drink businesses come to grow faster.
Based in Aberdeen, ONE SeedPod offers 11 state-of-the-art food-safe manufacturing kitchens, innovation spaces, and expert business and marketing support – all under one vibrant roof.
Palletforce
Best for Scottish (Multiple Operator)
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.
Scottish Bakers
Bakery Product of the Year
Scottish Bakers is Scotland’s dedicated trade association for the bakery sector, established in 1891. With over 130 years of heritage, it represents the interests of bakeries across Scotland, providing support, advocacy, and resources to help businesses thrive in a competitive and evolving market.
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.
The Grocer
Employer of the Year
The Grocer is the UK's leading trade publication for the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, offering comprehensive coverage of grocery retail, wholesale, and supply chain industries.
The Scottish Government
Organic Business of the Year Award
Bonnie & Wild
Food & Drink Campaign of the Year
Bonnie & Wild’s Scottish Marketplace is a beautiful Food Hall in Edinburgh, home to some of Scotland's best chefs, restaurants and street food kitchens.