FIJI Water, America’s number one premium imported bottled water, has reaffirmed its long-standing partnership as the Supreme Award sponsor for the Prime Minister’s International Business Awards (PMIBA) 2025, organised by Investment Fiji.
Speaking at the sponsorship signing event yesterday, Investment Fiji deputy board chairman Mark Halabe, acknowledged FIJI Water for its commitment to recognising outstanding businesses in Fiji.
“FIJI Water has continuously supported the PMIBA since 2017. Their sponsorship of the Supreme Award is a tradition that has strengthened the reputation and credibility of these awards,” Mr Halabe said.
“This partnership speaks volumes about FIJI Water’s belief in recognising excellence and promoting business success in Fiji. We are proud to have them remain by our side as a key partner for the 8th consecutive year.”
The Supreme Award is the highest honour at the PMIBA and is not a category that businesses apply for directly.
Instead, the winner is selected from across all categories and judged on exceptional commercial performance, international growth, innovation, job creation, sustainability and meaningful community impact.
“As a company committed to sustainability, and economic empowerment, we understand the importance of recognising and rewarding those who go above and beyond,” The Wonderful Company and FIJI Water executive vice president and general counsel Craig Cooper said.
“Our sponsorship is a way of supporting organisations that raise the bar, redefine what’s possible and inspire others to do the same.
“We’re looking forward to this year’s Supreme Award winner with great anticipation and acknowledge Investment Fiji for enhancing business excellence through this prestigious platform.”
This year’s awards are themed “Navigating Global Winds: Resilience, Innovation, and Sustainable Growth”, and will again feature 15 categories, celebrating businesses of all sizes across a wide range of sectors.
Other categories include the Premier Small, Medium and Large Business Operating Internationally Awards, Excellence in Innovation, Excellence in E-Commerce Transformation, Best Sustainability Initiative, and Employer of the Year Award, among others.
In addition to the main categories, Recognition Awards will also be presented to business leaders in the diaspora who have demonstrated significant achievements internationally and have invested in Fiji’s economic development.
Applications for the PMIBA 2025 close on July 25, 2025.
Businesses are encouraged to submit their entries and showcase their achievements to Fiji and the world.
Note: This article was first published on the print version of the Fiji Times dated June 21, 2025
