Tuesday, November 11, 2025
The furniture and interior design industry turned its attention to Wales as Bisley won the Outstanding Contribution to Manufacturing Award at the Insider Made in Wales Awards 2025, held at the Marriott Hotel in Cardiff on October 23rd, celebrating innovations and successes in Welsh industry. For Bisley, the award is more than just a trophy; it is a powerful validation of their unwavering, decades-long commitment to UK-based manufacturing. In an era where global supply chains are frequently subject to turbulence, and many competitors have outsourced production, Bisley has deliberately anchored its entire operation in its vast, high-tech factory in Newport, South Wales. This strategic choice is now being recognised as a key pillar of strength, enabling the company to maintain exceptional quality, respond with agility to market demands, and continuously evolve its product line for the modern workplace and home.
The Outstanding Contribution to Manufacturing award specifically honours an individual, team, or organisation that has made a significant, long-term impact on the manufacturing sector in Wales. Bisley’s victory directly reflects the company’s rich heritage, independence, and the substantial economic and industrial footprint its Newport operations generate.
Richard Costin, CEO of Bisley, expressed his pride in the achievement, highlighting the cultural significance of the win:
“We are thrilled to win the Outstanding Contribution to Manufacturing award at what is a prestigious event that celebrates and recognises Welsh manufacturers. We are passionate about manufacturing in our Newport-based factory, and we are absolutely committed to providing high-quality care and service to our customers globally.”
The Newport facility is a design and production powerhouse, serving as the central hub from which Bisley exports its renowned products—from the iconic MultiDrawer™ to contemporary locker systems and bespoke commercial installations—to over 50 countries worldwide. The commitment to local production supports hundreds of jobs and fosters a highly skilled workforce, combining the area’s rich industrial heritage with state-of-the-art production technology. This combination of precision engineering and human craftsmanship is what sets the brand apart in the competitive global market for commercial and home furniture.
Innovation in furniture design
Bisley’s win is intimately connected to its continuous push for innovation that directly addresses the evolving needs of the furniture design industry. Their capability to manage the entire process—from in-house design and prototyping to fabrication and global distribution—allows for remarkable flexibility and speed-to-market.
Recent product developments demonstrate this capability:
The award specifically acknowledges the “people” behind the manufacturing success. The long-term impact recognised by the accolade stems from a stable, dedicated team, many of whom have worked at the Newport site for over two decades.
Mr. Costin acknowledged the team as the true heart of the business: “I am so proud of the Bisley team – our business is filled with skilled, brilliant people, and I’d like to personally thank them, our subsidiaries, and our loyal customers for their unwavering support and commitment to the Bisley brand.”
This dedication to people goes beyond the factory floor. By nurturing local talent and maintaining an integrated in-house design and production team, Bisley ensures that the expertise, precision, and quality of British craftsmanship remain embedded in every product shipped globally. This commitment to local, high-quality production serves as a beacon for the wider UK design community, proving that a focus on national manufacturing can lead to both commercial success and prestigious industry recognition.
The accolade achieved at the Made in Wales Awards solidifies Bisley’s position not just as a UK manufacturer, but as a crucial global supplier whose stability and commitment to excellence provide design professionals with the confidence to specify their products for the most demanding and high-profile international projects. The victory is a celebration of heritage, independence, and the ongoing power of high-quality, innovative Welsh manufacturing to shape the future of workspaces and interiors worldwide.
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