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HISTORY: They’re experts at packaging.

Shelley-based Progress Packaging Ltd is designing and producing bags and boxes for some of the most prestigious names in retailing, fashion, sports, cosmetics and jewellery.

Clients include in-demand brands such as Victoria Beckham, Celine, cycling brand Rapha, luxury fragrances business Miller Harris, Harrods, fashion name Net A Porter and Hardy Amies.

Among its achievements, the company, which is led by managing director Simon Farrow and employs six people, completed a full rebrand and design of a collection range of products for Miller Harris covering items as diverse as candles, perfumes and accessories which retail in Harvey Nichols, Harrods and Selfridges.

The company, which employs six people, has gained ISO9001 as well as Forestry Stewardship Council Approval.

Managing director Simon Farrow said: “We are thrilled. We did not think we were going to come here tonight and win. Being nominated is an honour.

“It is good to be recognised here in Huddersfield. A lot of our customers are obviously in London and the south, but we have a great team of local employees and this is for them.

“It is tremendous to be recognised in this way.”

Examiner Business Awards 2015 at The John Smith's Stadium: Celebrating the award are the team from Progress Packing (L-R) Liam Donaghey, Simon Farrow and Adele Farrow