Press Release

Issued by IFPL.

October 28, 2014

IFPL, an Isle of Wight based company specializing in tailored engineering solutions for the global in-flight entertainment industry, was presented The Queen's Award for Enterprise: International Trade on Wednesday, 17th September.

Each year The Queen's Awards are presented in three categories to around 140 companies. IFPL won the award by demonstrating that the business had achieved substantial growth in overseas earnings and commercial success for its business size. The prestigious award, announced in April of this year, was presented to IFPL by His Royal Highness the Duke of Kent as part of a visit to the Isle of Wight. His Royal Highness was given a tour of IFPL and a product demonstration, followed by the presentation of the award.

IFPL managing director Geoff Underwood said the visit was an honour: “The Queen's Award affects us in two ways. Most of our customers are based in the United States and they understand that the award is a prestigious accolade. Additionally, the staff take great pride in the fact the company has been recognised. It's a national award and we're really proud of that. Last time when we won, it was 2008. We've doubled our sales in that time and we now have 46 employees.”

The Duke of Kent congratulated IFPL staff for their achievements: “I just want to congratulate you on your great success in achieving another Queen's Award. As you are probably aware, these things are not given away lightly and in fact the list of award winners every year is a very small one. You're one of a distinguished band of top-class companies who've shown the world they can take on anybody. Many congratulations to everyone who works for IFPL.”