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Entries are now open for the Greater Newry Business Awards 2026, with Newry Chamber announcing 23 categories are available to enter including two brand new additions. The Gala Awards Night where the winners will be announced will take place on Thursday 24 September at the Canal Court Hotel in Newry.
Now in its 11th edition, the biennial awards have been recognising business success in the Newry area since 2004. This year's event is supported by Principal Sponsors Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and NIE Networks.
Two new categories have been added for 2026: Best Healthcare & Wellbeing Business and Best Construction Sector Business. Entry is free, and any business or organisation within the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area can enter up to four categories.
Conor Patterson, President of Newry Chamber, said: "Newry Chamber is proud to launch the Greater Newry Business Awards 2026. As a Chamber, we are immensely proud of the businesses across our district who have made the region synonymous with entrepreneurship, innovation, excellent service, product quality and customer care."
He added: "I know that the energy, innovation and resilience that our local businesses exhibit each and every day will help propel our region to even bigger and better things. Sometimes in this part of the world, we don't take the time to acknowledge just how amazing and exceptional we are and that's what these awards are all about."
The awards offer local businesses a chance to benchmark quality, examine how they are perceived by customers and measure themselves against competitors. Recognition also supports employee morale and can improve overall company performance.
Peter McClenaghan, Head of Communications & Engagement at NIE Networks, said: "NIE Networks are proud to be a Principal Sponsor of the 2026 Greater Newry Business Awards. This exciting event celebrates the area's most ground-breaking, productive and thriving companies."
He added: "We hope the numerous award categories encourages the many businesses throughout the Greater Newry Area to shout out loud and proud about the wins they have made and the success they have achieved."
Councillor Philip Campbell, Chairperson of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, said: "Newry, Mourne and Down District Council are delighted to be a Principal Sponsor of this year's Greater Newry Business Awards. This is a great opportunity to showcase the innovative, successful and high-performing businesses that are located right across our district."
Cllr Campbell added: "With a range of categories to enter, the 2026 Business Awards will offer recognition to a range of sectors and business approaches, which all contribute to driving forward growth and investment across the district."
The deadline for entries is Friday 17 July 2026 at midnight, with the shortlist announced on Thursday 3 September. Ticket sales close on Friday 18 September. Full details on categories, criteria and how to enter are available at www.newrychamber.com.
