Newcastle — The North East Business Awards 2025 showcased the strength of the UK’s regional economy, with Filtronic, a radio frequency (RF) technology specialist based at NETPark in Sedgefield, crowned as Business of the Year.
The accolade recognizes Filtronic’s significant growth and achievements over the past year, including its expanding partnership with SpaceX, which has elevated the company’s profile on the global stage. Building on an initial $60 million agreement, Filtronic recently extended its collaboration with Elon Musk’s aerospace giant, underscoring the North East’s role in advanced communications and space‑enabled connectivity.
Other winners at the ceremony included Opencast (Growth Award), Active Families North East (Business for Good Award), CF Fertilisers UK Ltd (Best Place to Work), and COG Legal (Innovation Award). Together, these honorees reflect the diversity and resilience of the North East’s business ecosystem.
Industry observers note that Filtronic’s recognition is not only a milestone for the company but also a signal of how regional enterprises can compete globally. By investing in high‑performance engineering and expanding operations in Leeds and Cambridge, Filtronic has reinforced its role as a key player in the UK’s technology landscape.
The North East Business Awards, now in their 21st year, remain the region’s most prestigious platform for celebrating enterprise. For Asia‑based readers, the story of Filtronic offers a compelling benchmark: regional hubs, when supported by innovation and global partnerships, can thrive as engines of competitiveness in the international economy.
