Investment Fiji has welcomed BRED Bank (Fiji) Pte Limited as the sponsor of the Excellence in Innovation Award at the Prime Minister's International Business Awards (PMIBA) 2026. This marks BRED Bank’s first year as a PMIBA sponsor and brings a leading financial institution into a national award that has recognized Fijian business achievements for more than three decades.

The Excellence in Innovation Award celebrates businesses that turn new ideas into practical results. It is designed for organisations that have introduced new or improved products, services, processes or business strategies that help them work more efficiently, serve customers better or grow in a sustainable way. Entrants will need to show what changed, why it mattered and how innovation improved productivity or created value for the business and its customers.

BRED Bank (Fiji) Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Pierre Tastet said BRED Bank is proud to partner with Investment Fiji as the sponsor because this award strongly aligns with the bank’s commitment to supporting businesses that are driving economic transformation through new ideas, improved processes and sustainable value creation. Through this sponsorship, BRED Bank is pleased to align its energies with Investment Fiji and the wider business community to support initiatives that create opportunities, encourage investment and promote responsible business growth.

Investment Fiji Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Kamal Chetty said BRED Bank's support is well matched with the 2026 theme, 'Economic Transformation and Inclusive Growth.' The theme focuses on businesses that are helping Fiji move into higher-value industries, use digital tools more effectively and create opportunities beyond the main urban centres.

"We are delighted to welcome BRED Bank to the Prime Minister’s International Business Awards partnership. Its support will help us highlight businesses that are responding to challenges with innovation and clear results. These are the businesses that can open new markets, create jobs and contribute to a stronger and more inclusive economy. We look forward to building this relationship in the years ahead," Mr. Chetty said.

The Prime Minister’s International Business Awards continues to connect Fiji with investment and trade opportunities. Applications for PMIBA 2026 are now open. For more information or to apply, visit www.iba.org.fj or contact Investment Fiji on 331 5988.

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