A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended! Your presence helped make the evening a truly remarkable celebration of resilience, dedication, and achievement.

 

From inspiring conversations to unforgettable moments on stage, BEA 2025 highlighted the very best of the business community. We were proud to honour the following organisations and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, creativity, and impact over the past year.

This year, we proudly honour One Complete Solution (M) Sdn Bhd (OCS Malaysia) as the winner of the UK-Malaysia Business of the Year award. Rising from Second Runner-up last year, OCS Malaysia has become a leading integrated facilities management provider, delivering services from maintenance and security to energy optimisation and sustainability consulting. The company creates local impact through job creation, inclusive employment, and talent development, while leveraging technology to boost efficiency, client satisfaction, and ESG outcomes. With a 95% client retention rate and regional expertise export, OCS exemplifies how global standards and local commitment drive lasting economic, social, and environmental value.

This award goes to any organisation that has successfully partnered with a UK or Malaysian counterpart over the last 2-5 years. The joint-venture collaboration and synergies created through this partnership will have driven exceptional commercial results and shown significant value-creation to the economy; capitalising on the best of UK & Malaysia expertise through a seamless partnership.

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Accountant General’s Department of Malaysia won the UK-Malaysia Partnership of the Year Award for transforming Malaysia’s accounting profession. By bridging talent gaps in digital finance, AI, data analytics, and sustainability reporting, the partnership has boosted public sector efficiency, investor confidence, and global-ready talent, positioning Malaysia as a leader in future-focused finance.

Arup won the Talent Excellence Award for their people-first approach to developing talent at all career stages. Through leadership programmes, mentoring, upskilling, and an inclusive culture, Arup has strengthened retention, boosted internal mobility, and built a future-ready workforce that drives organisational resilience and industry impact.

This award recognises exceptional collaborations between BMCC international school members and Malaysian-based schools or organisations in a project or initiative that contributes to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This award celebrates partnerships that drive positive change in education, enhance learning experiences, and promote sustainable development, highlighting the collective impact of these initiatives on both the local and global education landscape.

For the K12 Partnership Excellence Award, Nexus International School Malaysia was recognised for their Global Citizenship Initiative, an SDG-driven programme combining curriculum and community partnerships. Through hands-on projects supporting refugees, conservation, and underserved communities, Nexus develops student leadership, empathy, and real-world problem-solving, setting a benchmark for purpose-driven, partnership-led education.

This award recognises and celebrates organisations across all industries that have demonstrated outstanding commitment to fostering the spirit of diversity and inclusion within the workplace through effective strategies and initiatives.

For the DEI Excellence Award, Weir Minerals Malaysia received recognition for championing inclusion in a traditionally male-dominated manufacturing sector. Their people-first initiatives, from equitable career pathways to mental health advocacy, have driven a 133% increase in women in manufacturing, higher retention, and measurable gains in safety, productivity, and innovation. With a rising DEI score and ongoing efforts to grow female talent pipelines and strengthen inclusive leadership, Weir Minerals Malaysia continues to set a benchmark for sustainable, equitable workplace culture.

This award is given to an organisation that successfully pursued new solutions through the application of digital, innovative, and disruptive technologies to operate with greater efficiency and ultimately contribute to Malaysia’s productivity enhancement and pave the way towards technological advancement, especially in the last three years.

For the Technology and Innovation Excellence Award, Sunway Medical Centre was recognised for their digital transformation and adoption of advanced technologies. With AI diagnostics, telemedicine, automated labs, and robotics, including Malaysia’s first 24-hour Telemedicine Command Centre, Sunway has elevated patient care, streamlined operations, and set a new benchmark for healthcare innovation, positioning themselves as a regional leader in technology-driven care.

This award seeks to recognise the achievements of an organisation that demonstrated outstanding achievements in adopting ESG practices and ultimately contributing significantly towards the environment and communities, as well as advocating for these initiatives within their industry, supply chains and clients.

Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad earned the ESG Excellence Award for their strong, measurable commitment to sustainable growth, achieving a 46% reduction in emissions, advancing carbon capture and renewable initiatives, and deploying digital tools to strengthen climate performance. The company also delivered impactful social and governance results, from industry-leading safety standards and increased board diversity to community programmes that support education, health, and marine conservation. Together, these efforts position Hibiscus Petroleum as a responsible, forward-looking energy player setting higher benchmarks for ESG leadership.

This award seeks to recognise the achievements of small and medium enterprises that have demonstrated outstanding achievements in delivering exceptional products and/or services and contribute significantly towards their sector and the overall economy.