The prestigious award acknowledges the company's development of the cryoFIL® platform, designed to tackle manufacturing challenges within the rapidly expanding cell and gene therapy sector. Operating from its Warwickshire engineering campus, 3P innovation collaborates with global pharmaceutical and medical device leaders to create advanced automation systems for next-generation healthcare products. This latest accolade underscores the company's expertise in bespoke automation and pharmaceutical equipment, supporting clients from laboratory development through to full commercial production.
Councillor Rob Howard, Warwickshire County Council's Portfolio Holder for Economy and Rural Development, praised the achievement, stating, "It is fantastic to see a Warwickshire business recognised with one of the UK's most prestigious business awards. 3P innovation's success demonstrates the world-class engineering expertise that exists across the county, helping to strengthen our local economy. The company's continued investment in innovation, skills and its workforce is helping to create high-value jobs, support economic growth, and showcase Warwickshire's reputation as a place where ambitious businesses can succeed."
Nick Brooks, Managing Director at 3P innovation, expressed his pride: "Receiving a King's Award for Enterprise is a tremendous achievement for our team and reflects the hard work, expertise and commitment that has gone into developing cryoFIL®. This innovation addresses a real challenge facing advanced therapy manufacturers and has the potential to help more life-changing treatments reach patients. We are proud to be a Warwickshire business competing on a global stage and delighted that our achievements have been recognised through this prestigious award."
While headquartered in the UK, 3P innovation maintains a global presence with sales agents in markets including the United States, Japan, India, and Europe. This international reach has been supported by significant investment, including £9 million in its Tournament Fields campus in Warwickshire, creating purpose-built facilities for sophisticated automation and pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment.
The company also prioritises staff development, offering undergraduate internships, graduate schemes, and apprenticeships through a partnership with Coventry-based MGTS, ensuring a pipeline of future engineering talent. 3P innovation has collaborated with the Warwickshire Skills Hub for recruitment support and workforce development advice, and its STEM ambassadors engage with the University of Warwick and Coventry University to foster regional talent.
The Lord-Lieutenant of Warwickshire, Tim Cox, commented on the significance of the award: "The King's Awards for Enterprise celebrate the very best of British business, recognising organisations that demonstrate excellence, innovation and ambition. 3P innovation is a worthy recipient of this award, and I am delighted to see a Warwickshire company gaining national recognition for its pioneering work in advanced manufacturing and healthcare technology. This achievement is a testament to the dedication, expertise and innovation shown by the whole team."
This latest King's Award for Innovation adds to 3P innovation's accolades, which include two Princess Royal Training Awards and previous Royal Awards for Enterprise, highlighting its consistent success and innovation. The company's ongoing investment in technology, skills, and people demonstrates how Warwickshire businesses are competing globally while contributing to the development of future healthcare solutions.
