As one of only two Northern Irish businesses to have been recognised in the Sustainable Development category in 2024, Henry Brothers was recognised for its approach which has resulted in significant benefits for the business, the environment and the wider construction sector. Judges said that the company is an 'excellent example' of inspiring others while growing its business.
Henry Brothers was also recognised for its innovative efforts, resulting in the establishment of a 27-acre Nature Reserve situated at its headquarters in Magherafelt. This reserve has welcomed over 5,000 students from schools across Northern Ireland, providing them with valuable educational experiences.
Ian Henry MBE, CR Director at Henry Brothers, commented: "It is a tremendous privilege to be awarded the King’s Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development. This achievement underscores our ongoing commitment to responsible business, something which is instilled deep within the culture of our organisation and is very much part of who we are as a company.
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"Sustainable practices have been at the heart of Henry Brothers’ operations since its inception, and we make a conscious effort to minimise our environmental impact while maximising positive social and business outcomes. In addition to our ambitious Net-Zero Strategy, our approach to sustainable development encompasses a number of initiatives designed to encourage positive health and wellbeing amongst our staff and enhance community engagement.
"At Henry Brothers, we believe that sustainable development is not just a business responsibility, but a necessity. This award is testament to the dedication and hard work of our employees across the company who have each made a substantial contribution towards our continued growth and success, while upholding our values of sustainability and corporate responsibility, ensuring that we remain Altogether Stronger. We look forward to continuing to drive positive environmental change and to creating lasting impact within the communities we operate in long into the future."
Henry Brothers is among the 252 organisations across the UK honoured with the prestigious King's Award for Enterprise. Founded in 1976, Henry Brothers has grown from a local, traditional builder to focusing on larger projects and sustainable buildings. It has 200 employees based in Magherafelt, Belfast, Scotland, the Midlands, and Manchester.
Last year, The Queen's Awards for Enterprise were renamed as The King's Awards for Enterprise to honour His Majesty The King's commitment to continuing the legacy of HM Queen Elizabeth II by acknowledging exceptional UK businesses. The Award programme, now in its 58th year, is the most prestigious business award in the country, with successful businesses able to use the esteemed King's Awards Emblem for the next five years.
