Island Businesses Celebrate Chamber Awards Shortlist as Tickets Go on Sale for Spectacular Bembridge Fort Event

Businesses and organisations from across the Isle of Wight are celebrating after being named as finalists in the 2026 Isle of Wight Chamber Business Awards.

The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce has unveiled this year’s shortlist, with winners set to be announced at a gala evening on Friday, 11th September at Bembridge Fort.

Recognising excellence, innovation and achievement across the Island’s business community, the awards bring together organisations of all sizes and sectors, from established names to emerging enterprises making their mark for the first time.

This year’s event marks an exciting new chapter for the Awards, with Bembridge Fort providing a spectacular setting for one of the highlights of the Island’s business calendar.

Rob Johnson, Chief Executive of the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce, said:

“Every year, the Chamber Awards remind us just how much talent, ambition, and innovation we have on the Isle of Wight, and this year is no exception.

“Our finalists represent an impressive mix of businesses and organisations from every sector and of every size. It’s fantastic to see some familiar names returning alongside many businesses engaging with the awards for the first time.

“That blend of established success and fresh energy says a great deal about the strength and vibrancy of our business community. Congratulations to everyone who has been shortlisted. Reaching this stage is an achievement in itself, and we look forward to bringing the Island business community together for what promises to be a memorable evening.”

Tickets for the 2026 Isle of Wight Chamber Business Awards are now on sale here, with finalists, sponsors, and guests set to come together to celebrate business excellence, achievement, and collaboration.

Business Social Impact – Sponsored by Joedan

WightFibre

Island Echo

RPL Construction Ltd

Community Award – Sponsored by Moore (South) LLP

Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

Friends of the Animals

Home-Start Isle of Wight

Creative Impact Award – Sponsored by Medina Publishing

Robertson Foster Ltd

The Wight Brand (TVMI Ltd)

MooksGoo

Customer Service Award – Sponsored by RPL Construction

Milford Del Support Agency Ltd

Biscoes Solicitors

Tolchards Ltd

Employer of the Year – Sponsored by Glanvilles Damant Legal Services

WightFibre

Yokogawa Marex

Biscoes Solicitors

Entrepreneurship Award – Sponsored by Red Funnel  

Wight Coaches Ltd

Medina Bookshop

Simplex Accounting Ltd

Environment and Sustainability Award – Sponsored by IFPL

Isle of Wight Tomatoes

Ringway Island Roads

Certas Energy UK Ltd

Growth Business of the Year – Sponsored by WRS

WightFibre

Silver Arch Group

Captiva Homes

Hospitality Business of the Year – Sponsored by Cherry Godfrey

The Seaview Hotel

Newclose County Cricket Ground

The Blacksmiths

Micro Business of the Year – Sponsored by Gurit

Isle of Wight Studio Glass Ltd

Newclose County Cricket Ground

Simplex Accounting

Manufacturing and Export Business of the Year – Sponsored by GKN Aerospace     

IFPL Group Limited

Diverse Marine

Power Device UK Limited

Small Business of the Year – Sponsored by Wightlink

Wight Coaches Ltd

Island Echo

Strings Bar & Venue

Start Up Business of the Year – Sponsored by PC Consultants

JMD Building Consultancy Ltd

Diamond Adventures Ltd

Penny Tree Surgery & Landscaping

Technology and Innovation Award – Sponsored by Lifeline Alarms

IFPL Group Limited

Marine Data Systems Ltd

Diverse Marine

Tourism and Leisure Business of the Year – Sponsored by Visit Isle of Wight

Robin Hill Adventure Park

Isle of Wight Studio Glass Ltd

Ventnor Botanic Garden CIC

Training and Development Award – Sponsored by Yokogawa Marex

Ringway Island Roads Ltd

Isle of Wight County Press

Captiva Homes Ltd