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Bute Energy recognised for strengthening Welsh supply chains

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We have been awarded Supply Chain Excellence and named Wales Business of the Year at the Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid Business Awards 2026, recognising our approach to supporting Welsh businesses and building resilient, local supply chains.

The award reflects our focus on engaging suppliers early – ensuring Welsh companies are well positioned to take part in major infrastructure projects as we move into delivery.

A recent example is the Meet the Buyer event for Twyn Hywel Energy Park we held at Penallta Rugby Club in Ystrad Mynach. Hosted ahead of construction starting, the event brought together tier-one contractors and local SMEs, giving businesses visibility of upcoming opportunities and helping them prepare for involvement in the project.

This kind of early engagement is central to how our business works – creating clearer pathways for Welsh suppliers to participate, while supporting skills development and long-term economic value within local communities.

We embed local procurement and social value into our projects from the outset, helping ensure the transition to renewable energy delivers lasting benefits for Wales – including jobs, skills and business growth.

Our CEO Martin Chown said:

“We’re incredibly proud to have won both Wales Business of the Year and the Supply Chain Excellence award.  These awards reflect the tireless dedication of the Bute Energy team and our commitment to delivering a decarbonised energy system – keeping as much of the investment in Cymru for our people, supply chain and communities.

“We also want to thank our business and third sector partners who are an integral part of Team Bute – we’re proud to work alongside so many brilliant Welsh organisations.”

How is Bute Energy supporting Welsh supply chains?

Alongside initiatives like the Twyn Hywel Meet the Buyer event, we’re strengthening local supply chains through:

Local procurement weighting built into tender processes

 

A 2% Social Value Standard applied to all contracts

 

Early engagement with SMEs and third-sector partners

 

Supply chain mapping to align Welsh capabilities with project needs

 

Workforce development programmes linked to construction opportunities

 

Long-term Welsh investment and shared ownership models

 

Teaming up with suppliers

Our work with current and potential suppliers begins early on in our developments. From social value delivery to employment commitments.

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