UK - Adlib, a leading technical production provider across the live experience industry, has been honoured with a King’s Award for International Trade for outstanding short-term growth in overseas sales.
The Award recognises Adlib’s international reputation and commercial success in delivering projects outside of the UK. Founded in 1984, Adlib is headquartered in Prescot, Merseyside, with locations in Glasgow and London. Between 2022 and 2024, Adlib’s overseas turnover saw significant growth, supported by the company's prominent position within the international touring market. Adlib’s strong relationships with their North American client base has consistently ensured that Adlib are relied on for European, and increasingly global, touring requirements.
John Hughes, managing director of Adlib comments, “We are immensely proud to have received this prestigious award. Over the past few years, we have experienced considerable growth while working with some of the industry's largest tours, productions, and live venues. We have evolved into a 220+ person, multi-disciplined organisation with a global reputation, offering audio, lighting, and video services at the highest level.” Hughes continues: "This award acknowledges our exceptional team of talented individuals who have helped deliver some of the most impressive shows on the international stage."
Following a successful management buyout in 2024, Adlib continues to flourish as a go-to provider for advanced technical production, collaborating with artists such as Sam Fender, Jason Derulo, and Hozier, and delivering projects and products across the thriving live experience industry. As a team of professionals delivering technical expertise for live events and permanent installations, Adlib is home to engineers, technicians, designers, and a large support team including account managers, logistics experts, and warehouse operatives.
The King’s Award for Enterprise, previously known as The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise, was renamed in 2023 to reflect His Majesty the King’s desire to continue the legacy of HM Queen Elizabeth II’s by recognising outstanding UK businesses. The Award programme, now in its 59th year, is one of the most prestigious business awards in the country, with successful businesses able to use the esteemed King’s Awards Emblem for the next five years.
