Jul 2nd, 2025
4 mins
Gerald McDonald Group, one of the UK’s longest-standing suppliers to the food and drink industry, has been named the Agriculture, Food and Drink category winner for the Department for Business and Trade’s prestigious “Made in the UK, Sold to the World” Awards 2025.
Now in its third year, the awards programme highlights standout British exporters who are helping to promote UK products on the global stage. Gerald McDonald & Company was recognised for its sustained export growth, innovative supply chain capabilities, and global reach – delivering ingredients to customers in over 30 countries across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
Accepting the award at the official ceremony, Managing Director and the 4th generation to lead the company, Maxim McDonald commented:
“Winning this award is a proud moment for the whole team at Gerald McDonald Group. Exporting has always been a vital part of our growth – it’s how we share our ingredients, values, and expertise with the world. This recognition not only celebrates our international success, but also the incredible partnerships and people that make it all possible.”
The judging panel praised the business for its robust international strategy, heritage-led innovation, and commitment to sustainability – traits that have helped cement its position as one of the UK’s leading independent exporters in the food ingredients space.
This latest accolade marks another milestone in Gerald McDonald’s continued investment in global growth and its mission to bring British ingredient excellence to the world.
Winners will receive a promotional package that includes a one-year membership to the Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade, a custom campaign across Department for Business and Trade channels, and professional photography to use for their business. As well as being invited to the Award show in London.
About Gerald McDonald Group
Founded in 1917 and operating from a purpose-built, BRC AA–certified facility in Basildon, the family-run company supplies high-quality ingredients, including juices, purees, citrus derivatives, herbs, spices, and essential oils, to the global food, drink, flavour, and fragrance industries. Over the past century, Gerald McDonald Group has developed a reputation for quality, flexibility, and long-standing supplier relationships.
