20 Nov Royal Representatives Present King’s Award to Sky Medical Technology
This week marked an extraordinary moment in Sky’s journey—one that we are deeply proud to share.
We had the honour of welcoming Lady Redmond MBE, the Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire, and Sir Phil Redmond CBE to the Innovation Centre at Sci-Tech Daresbury (where we are headquartered), to officially present us with the King’s Award for Enterprise. Even after several months, the significance of this recognition has not diminished; if anything, the formal presentation brought its meaning sharply into focus.
As many will know, Sky received the King’s Award for Enterprise in the Innovation category back in May 2025 in recognition of the geko® device in reshaping the way chronic lower limb wounds are treated. Clinically proven to more than double the rate of wound healing, the geko device is enabling more scalable, cost-effective care across major healthcare systems. Seeing its positive impact on patients continues to drive everything we do.
Our celebration brought together more than 30 of our clinical partners, suppliers, investors, and members of the Sky team—people who have each contributed to our progress in meaningful ways. Over refreshments and thoughtful conversation, we reflected on the milestones, challenges, and commitments that have shaped our development over the years.
Lady Redmond offered a generous and inspiring speech, acknowledging the dedication that underpins an achievement of this kind. We were also honoured to hear Robin Roberts from the Cheshire Lieutenancy read the official charter from His Majesty King Charles III—a moment that underscored the weight and history of the King’s Awards.
During his remarks, our CEO and Founder, Bernard Ross, emphasised a message that has guided us from the very beginning:
Chronic wounds remain one of the most persistent and costly challenges in global healthcare. Our mission has always been to deliver a solution that is both effective and accessible for the patients who need it most.
For this reason, the King’s Award holds particular meaning. It recognises not only the innovation behind the geko device but also its real-world impact—accelerating healing, reducing pain, and improving quality of life for patients who often have limited options.
We were also grateful for the words shared by John Leake, Business Growth Director at Sci-Tech Daresbury, who highlighted how our work reflects the spirit of innovation that defines this campus. Sky has been headquartered at Sci-Tech Daresbury for more than 15 years, and the support, collaboration, and sense of community here have played an undeniable role in our progress.
Now in its 59th year, the King’s Awards for Enterprise represent the highest level of business excellence in the UK. Carrying the King’s Awards Emblem for the next five years is both a privilege and a reminder of our ongoing responsibility to push boundaries and pursue improvements in patient care.
As applications for the 2026 King’s Awards opened on 6 May 2025, we hope many organisations will feel encouraged to put themselves forward. The process is rigorous, but the recognition—and the reflection it prompts—is profoundly worthwhile.
This week’s ceremony was not simply a celebration; it was a moment to honour the collective effort behind our work and to look ahead with renewed purpose.
We are proud of what we have achieved—and even more motivated for what comes next.
The King’s Award for Enterprise –Daresbury presentations video
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