La Sociedad de Promoción Exterior Principado de Asturias (Asturex) has failed the II Export Awards for the Best Internationalization Planawarding prizes to companies Exclusivas Méndez León y Ascol Genetics for its strategic excellence. The competition, sponsored by Caja Rural de AsturiasIt seeks to give visibility to the competitive capacity of the Asturian business fabric in international markets.
Recognition of planning and export talent
The jury for this second edition, chaired by Bruno López Vizcón, CEO Asturex, evaluated the applications under strict criteria of technical quality, innovation and results. In the category of non-exporting company, the recognition fell on Exclusivas Méndez León S.L.While ASCOL Genetics won the award in the category of export company.
In addition, the jury awarded a Special mention for international career to the company Normagrup Technologyhighlighting its consolidation in more than 50 countries after five decades of industrial activity. According to López VizcónThe objective of these awards is twofold: "to encourage those who are starting out and to showcase those who are already consolidating results, highlighting the value of products that travel from Asturias to everyone."
| Category / Concept | Award-Winning Entity / Details | Financial Endowment |
|---|---|---|
| Best Plan (Non-Exporter) | Exclusivas Méndez León S.L. (Siluvio Bodegas y Viñedo) | 3.000 Euros |
| Better Plan (Exporter) | ASCOL Genetics (Asturiana de Control Lechero, S. Coop.) | 3.000 Euros |
| Special Mention for Career Achievement | Normagrup Technology | Honorary recognition |
| Project Consultants | Those responsible for the award-winning plans | 750 Euros |
Profiles of the winning companies
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In the case of Exclusivas Méndez LeónThe jury valued the strength of their plan for marketing their wines under the DOP Cangas and the brand Siluvio, with clear objectives in Europe y North America. For its part, ASCOL Genetics His leadership was highlighted in genetic innovation for dairy production and its robust international genetics distribution network Holstein.
From the financial sector, Beatriz Álvarez González, Director of International Business of Caja Rural de AsturiasHe emphasized that internationalization is a key path to growth. "The combination of support from Asturex with the financial support of Caja Rural "It contributes to creating a path to success towards internationalization," he stated during the event.
The awards are integrated into the Export Programs de Asturexwhich are divided into three strategic axes:
- Exporta Inicio: For companies new to international operations.
- Exporta Digital: Focused on the digitization of exports.
- Exporta MásFocused on consolidating companies that are already exporting.
The official awards ceremony will take place at a public event next May, reaffirming the institutional commitment to the foreign trade Asturian.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the Export Awards
What categories do these internationalization awards include?
The awards are divided into two main categories: Best Plan for non-exporting companies and Best Plan for companies that are already exporting, in addition to special mentions for career achievements.
What is the financial incentive for the winners?
The winning companies each receive a prize of 3.000 euros, while the external consultants who collaborate on the winning plans receive 750 euros.
Which institutions are part of the judging panel?
The jury is composed of representatives from Asturex, Caja Rural de Asturias, the Universidad de Oviedo (Jovellanos Faculty), SRP, ICEX, FADE and Agencia Sekuens.
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