The winners of the GIMA awards were announced last night across 16 closely fought categories. GIMA Director, Vicky Nuttall, spoke at the awards and said: “I would like to be the first to extend my congratulations to all of the winners.
“It’s been another tough year of judging, due to the incredibly high standard of entries. In fact the quality has been so high this year that we have actually introduced an additional award in order to accommodate excellence across the board.
"My sincerest congratulations to all our winners, who are truly deserving of the accolade given to them. They have all demonstrated exceptional qualities, from cutting edge design to inspirational retail support.
“My thanks also go to the panel of dedicated judges who gave up their time to take part in this year’s judging process. Their expertise and knowledge has been invaluable, and we are grateful for their assistance.
“Thanks must also be given to all of those companies that entered and sponsored the awards, without them this event would not take place, so we are extremely grateful for their ongoing support.”
GIMA AWARDS 2015 – THE WINNERS
GIMA Sword of Excellence
Winner: Burgon & Ball – Weed Slice
About the winner: “The amazing new ‘Sheffield made’ wonder weeder is set to revolutionise weeding in borders, vegetable gardens, gravel driveways and paths. The key to Weed Slice’s performance lies in its uniquely designed head. The sharpened front edge and point allows it to skim just under the surface of the soil, slicing through weeds. The two points on the back of the head cut through soil, meaning it can be used it in both directions, cutting weeding time in half!
The judges have also awarded Eden Greenhouses with a GIMA Sword of Excellence Special Commendation for its Zero Threshold Birdlip Greenhouse. Eliciting a strong response from all judges thanks to the simplicity of design, this award representing the first time a special commendation has been added to the Sword of Excellence award roster.
