Hanley Energy wins prestigious Overall Exporter of the Year 2025 title
The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) has announced the winners of the 2025 Export Industry Awards. Meath-based, Hanley Energy, global innovators in Critical Power and Energy Management solutions, has been crowned the Overall Exporter of the Year after winning the Manufacturing Exporter of the Year and Services Exporter of the Year categories. With 11 high-profile companies winning awards across the 12 categories, this year saw one of the most competitive processes under the theme, “Navigating the Storm: Building Resilience, Adaptability, and Celebrating Success.” The IEA’s annual flagship event, a black-tie Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner with the who’s of export industry professionals, local and international dignitaries in attendance, was moderated by Ken Hughes at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre.
Established in 2009 by Dennis Nordon and Clive Gilmore, Headquartered in County Meath, Hanley Energy is a global leader in critical power and energy management solutions, exporting to over 36 international markets. Their resilience, innovation, and commitment to sustainable growth has set them apart as a shining example of Irish enterprise on the global stage.
Speaking at the Export Industry Awards, Simon McKeever, Chief Executive of the Irish Exporters Association, said:
“Hanley Energy exemplifies the very best of Irish exporting. In a rapidly changing global landscape, they have demonstrated exceptional resilience, adaptability, and a forward-looking approach to innovation. Their growth across multiple international markets shows not only the strength of their products and services, but also the deep expertise and determination of their people.
“This award celebrates Hanley Energy’s outstanding success in scaling internationally while maintaining their strong roots in Ireland. They are leaders in sustainable trade, creating solutions that strengthen the global energy sector while contributing significantly to Ireland’s reputation as a hub of excellence. It is a privilege to recognise their achievements with the title of Overall Exporter of the Year 2025.”
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Pictured L-R: Simon McKeever, CEO, Irish Exporters Association; Gabrielle White, President, Irish Exporters Association; Eddie Keyes and Edward Pepper of Hanley Energy, winner of Exporter of the Year category, sponsored by KPMG Ireland at the Export Industry Awards 2025.
2025 Export Industry Awards Category Winners:
| Award Winner | Shortlisted |
| Sustainable Trade Company of the Year
Sponsored by Trinity Executive Education, Trinity Business School, Trinity College Dublin
Winner: Dixon International Logistics |
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| Export Innovation of the Year
Winner: Suretank |
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| Sustainable Food & Drink Exporter of the Year
Sponsored by Bord Bia
Winner: Silver Hill Duck |
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| Seafood Exporter of the Year
Sponsored by Bord Iascaigh Mhara
Winner: Atlanfish |
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| Manufacturing Exporter of the Year
Sponsored by Ace Express Freight
Winner: Hanley Energy |
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| Life Sciences Exporter of the Year
Sponsored by Dixon International Logistics
Winner: Alexion Pharma International Operations Ltd |
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| All-Island Trade Award
Sponsored by InterTradeIreland
Winner: Relinea |
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| Private Irish Business of the Year
Sponsored by An Post Commerce
Winner: Portwest |
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| Services Exporter of the Year
Sponsored by Moffett Automation
Winner: Hanley Energy |
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| Logistics & Supply Chain Company of the Year
Sponsored by Descartes Tyme
Winner: Rhenus Logistics Ireland Ltd |
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| Sustainable Trade Exporter of the Year
Winner: Easydry Ltd |
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| High Potential Exporter of the Year
Sponsored by Enterprise Ireland
Winner: Drink Botanicals Ireland |
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