Katapult’s exporting success recognised

Themed attraction designer Katapult has received national recognition for its exporting success.

The Derby firm, which creates and designs themed attractions all over the world, received a ‘highly commended’ award at the recent Made in the UK Sold to the World Awards, organised by the UK Government Department for Business and Trade for our exporting success.

Katapult designs themed attractions and experiences at locations across the world.

Its work is enjoyed by 95 million visitors, at 120 attractions, in 26 different countries, every year. Its most recent work has seen the firm complete projects across the Americas, Asia and the Middle East.

Marco Forgione, director general of The Institute of Export & International Trade – and judge on the panel for this year’s awards – said: “These awards provide an important opportunity to recognise and celebrate the global trade success stories of small businesses from all nations and regions – and we hope these winners will inspire even more budding business owners.

“The evidence continues to tell us that businesses that trade internationally are more sustainable, more resilient, more innovative, employ more people and, ultimately, are more profitable.

“So, it is vital that these businesses are supported in their exporting journeys and that their success stories are celebrated.”