43347月30日，2024年英國商業大獎（BBA）啟動儀式在上海英國商會辦公室舉行。作為連續六屆英國商業大獎的支持與贊助者，曼徹斯特大學中國中心受邀參加了啟動儀式。英國商業貿易部副使節施睿耀先生（Mr Sohail Shaikh), 英中商業發展中心主席、倫敦金融城懂事協會主席、英國中國商會高級顧問John McLean OBE，以及曼徹斯特大學中國中心主任傅霄瀟女士出席了此次啟動儀式。
On 30 July, the 2024 British Business Awards (BBA) officially launched at the British Chambers of Commerce Shanghai. The University of Manchester (UoM) China Centre, a sixth-time sponsor of the British Business Awards, was invited to join the launch event. Mr. Sohail Shaikh, Deputy HM Trade Commissioner, John McLean OBE, Chair of China UK Business, Development Centre, Chair of IoD City of London, Senior Advisor of CCCUK, Ms. Sherry Fu, Managing Director of UoM China Centre were invited as guest speakers of the launch event.
在此次活動中，英國商業大獎的組織者、合作伙伴和今年的評審代表概述了大獎類別、申請流程和時間表，并為感興趣申請大獎的企業分享見解。曼徹斯特大學中國中心主任傅瀟霄女士在活動中發表了講話，強調了中心對助力商業發展和創新的一貫承諾。她表示：
“自2008年曼徹斯特大學中國中心成立以來，我們對支持和促進商業發展與創新的承諾與英國商業大獎的宗旨完美契合。通過贊助英國商業大獎，我們不僅表彰那些在各自領域取得卓越成就的企業和個人，也強調了學術界在促進經濟發展方面的重要作用。作為一所以國際化為特色的大學，我們很高興支持這樣的活動，這個平臺讓我們展示了對國際合作、伙伴關系以及吸引國際人才的承諾。”
曼徹斯特大學中國中心主任傅瀟霄女士
During the event, BBA organisers, partners, and a lead judge for this year outlined the scope of the award categories, the process, and the timeline. They also shared insights for companies looking to enter. Ms. Sherry Fu, Managing Director of UoM China Centre, delivered a speech highlighting the centre's ongoing commitment to business growth and innovation. She stated:
“Since the inception of The University of Manchester China Centre in 2008, our commitment to supporting and promoting business growth and innovation aligns perfectly with the ethos of the British Business Awards. By sponsoring the awards, we are celebrating the achievements of those who have excelled in their respective fields and highlighting the vital role that academia plays in fostering economic development. As a university with a strong international presence, we are happy to support events that bring together businesses worldwide. This platform allows us to demonstrate our commitment to international collaboration, partnership, and attracting international talents.”
上海英國商會主席、JWDK創始人兼首席執行官Kirsten Johnston宣布了2024年英國商業大獎的回歸。她強調了在近年來面臨挑戰的情況下，中英企業和文化合作的重要性，并鼓勵所有杰出的公司和個人都參與到此次大獎評選并展示其商業才華。Kirsten Johnston強調，本屆英國商業大獎共有九個獎項類別，包括英國最佳企業、杰出英國貢獻、創新、英國杰出校友、教育合作、可持續發展、商業合作、杰出領導力、以及社會影響力。
Kirsten Johnston, Chair of the British Chamber of Commerce Shanghai and Founder & CEO of JWDK, announced the return of the British Business Awards in 2024. She emphasised the importance of Sino-British corporate and cultural collaboration, especially in light of recent challenges. She encouraged outstanding companies and individuals to participate and showcase their talents, highlighting the nine award categories which include leadership, partnership, innovation, education, social impact, sustainability, and commercial endeavours.
上海英國商會主席、
JWDK創始人兼首席執行官Kirsten Johnston女士
本屆英國商業大獎共有九個獎項類別
英國商業大獎由在華英國商會共同舉辦，旨在表彰對中英貿易、投資及商業合作發展做出杰出貢獻的企業、機構與個?。每兩年一屆的大獎已成為中英商界中的一個重要活動，展示了那些致力于中國貿易和投資的組織與個人的風采。今年的頒獎典禮將于2024年11月21日在上海舉行。
曼徹斯特大學中國中心為能夠支持這一倡議并為中英企業之間的合作共贏做出貢獻感到自豪。
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The British Business Awards, organised by the British Chambers of Commerce in China, aim to recognise and promote excellence in innovation, enterprise, and endeavour within both the British and Chinese business communities. The biennial awards have become a prestigious feature of the business calendar, showcasing organisations and individuals committed to trade and investment in China. The awards will be presented at a Gala Dinner on 21st November 2024 in Shanghai.
Britain's reputation for business excellence, world-class production, innovation, and market leadership across various industries continues to be recognised in China. The University of Manchester China Centre is proud to support this initiative and contribute to the ongoing success and collaboration between British and Chinese businesses.
