Global Procurement Group Lands Two Finalist Spots
2020 Lloyds Bank National Business Awards
Global Procurement Group has been named a finalist in both the LDC Growth through Innovation Award and the Lloyds Bank Mid‑Market Business of the Year Award. In the world of energy, being a finalist is no small feat.
What Global Procurement Group Brings to the Table
With a team that spans Europe, the U.S. and Asia, the company focuses on energy management, procurement and cutting‑edge tech. It helps businesses:
- control energy needs proactively
- cut costs and consumption
- reduce carbon footprints
Headquarters in Gateshead, Newcastle, Leeds, the U.S., France, Malta and India have allowed the firm to build lasting partner relationships for almost a decade under founder Fokhrul Islam.
Growth Snapshot
Over the last four years (until 2019/20), Global Procurement Group quadrupled its turnover to over £43 million and expects to have around 700 employees by the end of 2020. The UK arm, Northern Gas and Power, moved into a brand‑new, six‑storey headquarters on the Gateshead waterfront—a Grade A property that screams modern efficiency.
Leadership Voices
Finance Director Chris Baty said: “We’re thrilled to hit the finals in two categories. It’s the result of an incredible effort from every team member over the past year, in tough times.” He added that the company launched ClearVUE Lite and a new smart‑grid price comparison engine—BusinessEnergyQuotes.com—to support 18,000 customers.
“Soon, we’ll roll out ClearVUE PRO, the newest in energy metering, monitoring and management. It will give businesses sharper insight and more control over their energy.”
Senior Relationship Manager Michelle Ord of the North East Chamber of Commerce praised the company: “It’s a real North East jewel, creating jobs and revenues across the region while expanding overseas. This recognition is well deserved.”
Past Winners & Winners’ Circle
Previous champions of the Lloyds awards include Joe Wicks, James Timpson OBE, DPD UK, and Hotel Chocolat. Sarah Austin, Awards Director noted: “The Lloyds Bank National Business Awards are the place to be for any successful company—big or small. This year was fiercely competitive, so kudos to all finalists.”
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