Application Timeline
Step 1- Application
Applications to open on Monday 9 September 2024
- Complete your application form for the Franco-British Trade & Investment Awards 2024.
- Only fully completed applications submitted prior to the deadline of 12:00 CEST on Monday 21 October 2024 will be accepted.
Step 2 - Application Review
- Trade & Investment advisers and specialists at the Commercial Section of the British Embassy in Paris and the Franco-British Chamber will filter applications until the end of October 2024.
Step 3 - Jury
- The Franco-British Trade & Investment Awards Jury will meet to decide on the Award Winner for each category at the end of October 2024.
Step 4 - Ceremony
- The Award Winners will be invited to attend the official Award Ceremony held at the Residence of His Majesty’s British Ambassador to France on Thursday 5 December 2024. We encourage companies to save this date, so that they can attend the ceremony in person.
Prizes
The Franco-British Trade & Investment Awards will be presented at the British Ambassador's Residence. The Awards will provide winning companies with a bespoke set of prizes designed to reward success as well as improve visibility and networking opportunities. Both the Franco-British Chamber and the Commercial Section of the British Embassy in Paris wish to support prize winners throughout 2025, offering recognition for outstanding achievement and increased support with their Franco-British business development.
Please find below our list of prizes:
- Trophy
- Recognition and visibility from Awards ceremony
- An invitation to the King’s Birthday Party 2025 at the British Ambassador's Residence
- Franco-British Chamber of Commerce corporate membership
- Bespoke Business Development package proposed by the Franco-British Chamber
- Additional prizes from our Franco-British Trade & Investment Awards sponsors
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is there a fee for entering the Franco-British Trade & Investment Awards?
No. Participation in the competition is free of charge.
Can we apply for more than one category?
There is a maximum of 2 categories for each business. Large organisations with multiple business units are encouraged to coordinate internally to decide which category to apply for.
How are the applications judged?
The Jury, which is independent and impartial, takes its decisions by an absolute majority on the basis of the criteria set out in the application file. The Jury’s decisions are final and non-contestable. In the event of a tie, the Chairperson of the Jury has the casting vote.
Can I get feedback on my application?
All participants will be informed individually of the outcome of the Jury's deliberations.
When are the winners announced?
Winners of the different categories will be announced at the Awards ceremony on 5 December 2024.
Can previous winners apply to the Franco-British Trade & Investment Awards 2024?
Previous winners cannot apply for the same category at the Franco-British Trade & Investment Awards 2024. They can however send their application for a different category.