A FILM has been produced to encourage more companies in Somerset to apply for a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise (KAE).

The two-minute film was commissioned by the Somerset Lieutenancy, which runs the awards locally, and features some county recipients of the accolade.

Among them is Atlantas Marine, of Yeovil, which was honoured after trebling its turnover in three years, supplying and operating underwater surveillance equipment in oceans around the world.

The Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset, Mohammed Saddiq, said: “A company like Atlantas Marine is what this award is all about.

“I cannot think of a more fitting winner. It is why we were keen to showcase them in our film, which I hope shows just how prestigious the King’s Award is.

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“It is more than just a badge. Many business speak of the tangible benefits it brings in attracting new business, boosting staff morale and attracting and retaining talent.”

The KAE recognises outstanding success in innovation, international trade, sustainable development and promoting opportunities through social mobility.

Charlie Foll, founder and managing director of Atlantas Marine, said: “It’s the culmination of 20 plus years of having a fantastic team and delivering a fantastic service to the offshore under water inspection industries.”

Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset, Mohammed Saddiq, during a visit to Atlantas Marine in Yeovil

The Somerset Lieutenancy is hoping the film – produced by former BBC TV correspondent Clinton Rogers, who is a Deputy Lieutenant in Somerset – will encourage more companies to apply for the KAE.

It will be shown at a Somerset Business Breakfast at the University of Bath on May 6, the day the winner’s of this year’s awards will be announced.

Companies can find out more about the King’s Award for Enterprise, including how to apply, at gov.uk/kings-awards-for-enterprise, or on 020 4551 0081.