Canary Islands Business Excellence Award 2026

Overview

The Canary Islands government has announced the upcoming XV edition of the Canary Islands Business Excellence Award for 2026, aimed at recognizing outstanding companies in the region. This prestigious honor, established by Decree 156/2009, highlights quality, innovation, and excellence as keys to boosting regional competitiveness.

"The award serves as a source of valuable data to inform economic policies and promotes public recognition of top companies."

The award has no monetary prize but aims to enhance visibility and foster ongoing excellence and innovation among Canary Island businesses.

Award Details

Eligibility

• Participating companies must operate in the Canary Islands.
• Restrictions are in place for previous winners to ensure new firms are recognized.

Categories

• Medium to large enterprises
• Small industrial companies
• Small non-industrial firms

Special Mentions

• Two special mentions will be awarded in each sector for notable candidates.

Application Process

• Applications are due two months after the announcement’s publication.
• Submissions are made online via the regional government portal.
• Requirements include detailed documentation and self-evaluation forms.

Evaluation and Criteria

A committee will evaluate the nominations based on:

• Management approach
• Results
• Innovation projects
• Company inclusion policies

Recognition

Winners will receive:

• A traditional Canary craft trophy
• A diploma

Ceremony

• The awards will be presented during a public ceremony.

Objectives

• Foster succession of ongoing excellence and innovation
• Boost the visibility and competitiveness of businesses regionally and beyond.