Award Categories


Data Science/AI Innovation of the Year

The judges are looking for nominations from individuals or teams working in the Data Science Ecosystem, that can demonstrate their research and application of Data Science/AI and how this has been recognised within the industry.

Defence/Maritime Innovation of the Year

The judges are looking for nominations from an individual or organisation that has made innovative improvements within the Defence / Maritime sector.

Manufacturing Innovation of the Year

The judges will be looking for nominations from companies in the manufacturing sector that best demonstrate a modern, efficient and innovative approach.

Digital Innovation of the Year

The judges will be looking for nominations that can demonstrate how companies have developed a unique design or innovation which has accelerated their digital journey or that of a client.

Health Innovation of the Year

The judges will be looking for nominations from companies who can demonstrate how innovative research has benefited the health sector within their community.

Community Innovation of the Year

The judges are looking for nominations from an organisation or individual. Nominees will need to demonstrate how they have innovatively made a social change to improve their community.

Environmental Innovation of the Year

The judges are looking for nominations that can demonstrate creativity in providing a solution to current environmental issues and the need for sustainability.

Education Innovation of the Year

The judges are looking for nominations from those who provide support to companies or educational establishments to assist with the day-to-day running of their business, such as time on admin and more time being effective in their environment.

Young Innovator of the Year

The nominee will have made an impact with their own company or within Portsmouth digital eco-system at a young age. (up to 21 years)

Innovative Business of the Year

This award is the ultimate accolade for all our entrants and the winner will be chosen from each of the category winners. The judges will be looking for the company/person who has shown the most enterprise, passion and drive in taking their business forward through innovation.