THE Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) has successfully hosted the highly anticipated 8th Business Excellence Awards (BEA) on Saturday night at the Aquatic Center.
The event, widely regarded as SICCI’s most prestigious annual gathering, drew an impressive turnout from the business community. Members of SICCI came together to celebrate outstanding achievements and recognize excellence within the Solomon Islands business sector.
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele graced the occasion, underscoring the significance of the event in fostering innovation, resilience, and economic growth.
This year’s BEA showcased an impressive 47 nominations across 12 categories, reflecting the diversity and dynamism of the local business landscape.
The BEA continues to serve as a platform to honor enterprises and individuals who contribute to the economic development of Solomon Islands through exceptional business practices and leadership.
The celebration marked another milestone in SICCI’s efforts to promote a vibrant and sustainable business environment, with attendees commending the Chamber’s commitment to excellence and its role in fostering private-sector growth.
Below are the winners of 8th Business Excellence Award;
- New Zealand High Commission Tourism Business of Year Award Winner 2024 – Heritage Park Hotel
- Guadalcanal Plain Palm Oil Limited (GPPOL) Small Business Enterprises Award of the Year Winner 2024 – Tavuli Daily News
- Medium Business Enterprises Award of the Year Winner 2024 – United Risk Service
- Australia and New Zealand Bank Large Business Award Of The Year Winner 2024 – Guadalcanal Plain Palm Oil Limited (GPPOL)
- Reeves International Building and Constructions Award of the Year Winner 2024 – Hatanga Limited
- Bank South Pacific Business Contribution to the Community Award of the Year Winner 2024 – Solomon Ports Authority
- Our Telekom Entrepreneur of the Year Award Winner 2024 – Lemoniz Limited
- Trans Pacific Assurance Solomon Islands Innovation and Technology Award of the Year Winner 2024 – Our Telekom
- Bred Bank Solomon Islands Exporter of the Year Award Winner 2024 – Guadalcanal Plain Palm Oil Limited (GPPOL)
- BYGroup New Business of the Year Award Winner 2024 – Trans Pacific Assurance Solomon Islands
- Solomon Islands Ports Authority Agribusiness of the Year Award Winner 2024 – Kokonut Pacific Solomon Islands
- Solomon Islands Prime Minister’s Award of the Year Winner 2024 – Guadalcanal Plain Palm Oil Limited (GPPOL)
- Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry Appreciation Award 2024 – Solomon Islands Electoral Commission
In his closing remarks, Chief Executive Officer of SICCI, Mr James Dolarii acknowledged the Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister and Crown Ministers, Permanent Secretaries and Senior Government Officials, representatives from Diplomatic Community, the Governor of Central Bank of Solomon Islands and the SICCI Board for their support and attending the event.
He also acknowledged the Sponsors; Bank South Pacific, Our Telekom, ANZ Bank, Trans Pacific Assurance Solomon Islands, Bred Bank, Guadalcanal Plain Palm Oil Limited, BYGroup Company, New Zealand High Commission, Reeves Envico International and Solomon Ports for their contributions towards the event.
“To the private sector Directors, Executives, Managers and senior staff, thank for standing by SICCI through times past and I look forward to you continues support to SICCI going forward.
“The esteemed 8th BEA judging panel, thank you for your commitment, dedication and professionalism in carrying out your duty as judges for this BEA.
“Special acknowledgment to Solbrew and Sullivans for sponsoring the compliment drinks, also the National Sports Council, Freedom, Kutchie Lightings, Décor, Catering Services, SINU School of Tourism volunteers.
“To the BEA Committee Chairlady Mrs, Sandra Fore and SICCI staffs, thank you for your sacrifice and commitments towards this event.
“All your supports have made this event possible,” Dolari said.
