Made For Trade has been honoured with the King’s Award for Innovation 2024. This prestigious accolade shines a spotlight on the revolutionary Korniche Roof Lantern. It further cements Made For Trade’s progressive reputation and acknowledges its ground-breaking contribution to redefining the fenestration sector.
Established in 1965, The King’s Award for Enterprise is the UK’s most distinguished business commendation. The award continues HM Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy and celebrates businesses that pioneer innovation, sustainable practices, and social mobility. Receiving the award is a testament to Made For Trade’s commitment to forging revolutionary solutions for industry products.
Made For Trade’s achievement demonstrates its commitment to excelling and pushing boundaries within the home building industry. Korniche has established Made For Trade as a national operation despite its base in the North East of England. It has moved from a fabricator of third-party systems to a business that designs, engineers, and builds its own products at scale. The Korniche Roof Lantern has set a new paradigm in design and functionality, raising standards in the industry.
Commenting on the win, Bradley Gaunt, managing director of Made For Trade, said: “As the managing director of Made For Trade, I’m delighted to announce that we’ve won the prestigious King’s Award for Innovation. At Made For Trade, innovation is our top priority. Winning this award validates our team’s hard work and dedication. It boosts our reputation and opens up new opportunities for growth and collaboration. Thanks to everyone at Made For Trade for their passion and commitment. Together, we’ll keep innovating and achieving success.”
Exhibiting a cutting-edge design, swift assembly time, and seamless fitting, roof lanterns have disrupted the home building sector and had a revolutionary impact on installation, surpassing traditional roof products. Before the introduction of the Korniche Roof Lantern, the market was saturated with PVC-clad aluminium systems that were not only thermally inefficient but also required extensive manual adjustments, such as drilling and cutting, which made their installation process cumbersome.
In stark contrast, the Korniche Roof Lantern is designed for streamlined installation, taking just minutes to fit and glaze compared to pre-existing and competitor products.
The King’s Award highlights the power of transformation, innovative thinking, and Made For Trade’s steadfast dedication to excellence that can revitalise even the most established products.
