Double Honour: King’s Award 2024 & Queen’s Award 2019 for Enterprise – International Trade Excellence
The 2M Group of Companies has once again been recognised for its global impact, receiving the King’s Award for Enterprise for its excellence in international trade in 2024. This marks the second time the company has achieved this prestigious honour, following its Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade in 2019.
The King’s Awards for Enterprise are among the highest official accolades for UK businesses, celebrating outstanding achievements across innovation, sustainable development, and international trade. Winners gain the right to use the esteemed King’s Awards emblem as a mark of excellence.
Under the visionary leadership of Mr. Mottie Kessler OBE, CEO, Chair and Founder, and Dr. Maggie Kessler OBE, International Business Director and Co-owner, the 2M Group of Companies has expanded its international presence while making significant contributions to the UK economy. The group operates across key sectors including Aerospace, Oil & Gas, Cosmetics, Green Sustainable Chemicals, and Manufacturing.
“We are proud and grateful to receive such esteemed recognition from His Majesty. This award celebrates our global accomplishments and inspires us to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation and sustainability within the chemical industry. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible team, whose commitment and excellence have made this possible.”
Mottie Kessler OBE, CEO and Chairman – 2M Group of Companies
“We are excited for what lies ahead as we continue to innovate and grow our global footprint. This award is a powerful testament to the importance of UK exports and the vital role the chemical industry plays in international trade. I would like to thank our long-standing business partners, the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) for their invaluable support, and most importantly, the dedicated 2M team across all locations”
Maggie Kessler OBE, Co-Owner and Business Export Director – 2M Group of Companies
The 2019 Queen’s Award recognised not only 2M’s international growth but also its commitment to inspiring the next generation through the 2M STEM programme, launched in 2016. This initiative continues to support young people in accessing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Since 2013, the company has also proudly served as an Export Champion for the Department for Business and Trade.
About the 2M Group of Companies
The 2M Group of Companies supplies added-value, chemistry-based products, services, and application expertise to the life science and material science sectors. 2M works in close partnership with the world’s leading chemical and natural ingredients companies.
Headquartered in the UK, the 2M Group operates subsidiaries across Benelux, China, France, Germany, Italy, the Nordic countries, Poland, Spain, and the USA, exporting to over 90 countries worldwide.
From championing social sustainability to actively reducing its carbon footprint, the 2M Group of Companies is deeply committed to the long-term sustainability of the chemical industry—Delivering Sustainable Chemistry for a Better Life™.
The 2M Group of Companies includes 2M Manufacturing, 2M Equest, 2M Services (MP Storage and Blending, SampleRite UK, SampleRite China), the Banner Chemicals Group (2M Water Treatment, 2M CASEPL, Stowlin), CE-O2 Trockeneis, Laboratorios Prady Normapiel, and the Surfachem Group (2M Laurichem USA, Bregaglio Italy, Chemir Spain, Ingretech France, Surfachem Germany, Surfachem Nordics, Surfachem Poland, Surfachem UK).
The 2M Group of Companies offer a wide range of products for a wide range of business sectors including BannerSolve®, CleanAirBlue™, Pigmentan™, Precision Cleaning Solutions, Surfac®, Perklone™ EXT, Perklone™ MD, Triklone™ LE, Triklone™ N and Triklone™ U.
2M Group of Companies Recognition
- 2024 – King’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade
- 2023 – Corporate & Social Responsibility Award, Chemicals Northwest
- 2022 – Northern Women’s Power List & Transformational Leader shortlist
- 2021 – Community Interaction – Highly Commended, Chemical Business Association (CBA)
- 2020 – The Sunday Times Top Track 250, ranking private UK companies with the biggest sales
- 2020 – Community Interaction Award, CBA (for STEM initiatives)
- 2019 – Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade
- 2013–present – Export Champion, Department for International Trade (Northern Powerhouse)
- 2012 – The Sunday Times Top Track 200, ranking private UK companies with the biggest international sales
About the Kings Award for Enterprise
Previously known as The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise, the programme was renamed in 2023 to honour His Majesty The King’s commitment to continuing the legacy of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. These awards celebrate the achievements of exceptional UK businesses across key areas of excellence.
For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/kings-awards-for-enterprise