The judges praised Jablite for the ‘tremendous risks taken during the current economic climate,’ and for a creating ‘a great product with huge potential that clearly reduces energy use.’

These annual awards are hosted by EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, and recognise excellence in enterprise, innovation, environmental performance and skills development among UK manufacturers.

Jim Davison, South East Region Director for EEF, commented: “Companies like Jablite Limited are leading the way by creating such great products that reduce energy use and are now repositioning themselves as specialist suppliers of new and innovative insulation systems. Congratulations to them on winning this award.”