WITTENSTEIN High Integrity Systems Receives King’s Award for Enterprise with Visit from Lord Lieutenant of Somerset

Celebrating Excellence: WITTENSTEIN High Integrity Systems' Remarkable Achievement

WITTENSTEIN high integrity systems recently had an illustrious visitor, Mr Mohammed Saddiq, the Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset, accompanied by Deputy Lieutenants Brigadier Nigel Beacom and Mr Denis Burn. They gathered at the company's Long Ashton office for a prestigious occasion—the presentation of the King's Award for Enterprise in the International Trade category. This accolade is a testament to the company's outstanding contributions to global trade and innovation.

The honor reflects WITTENSTEIN high integrity systems' incredible global impact, with a staggering 95% of its business activities taking place beyond the UK. Central to the company's success is its flagship product, SAFERTOS®, a safety-critical Real Time Operating System (RTOS). SAFERTOS® is integrated into numerous applications that ensure the safety and reliability of various sectors, including automotive, medical devices, aerospace, and industrial machinery. This RTOS is instrumental in systems ranging from Advanced Driver Assistance Systems to medical infusion pumps, interacting with millions of users around the globe each day.

During the ceremony, Lord-Lieutenant Mr Saddiq highlighted the significance of the award, stating, "Winning the King's Award for Enterprise is a remarkable achievement, one that recognizes not only the company's excellence and ambition but also its positive impact on the local community here in Somerset." He praised WITTENSTEIN high integrity systems as an exemplary model of what can be achieved through innovation, dedication, and a strong sense of purpose.

Andrew Longhurst, Managing Director of WITTENSTEIN high integrity systems, expressed his pride in the recognition, remarking, "This award isn't just a recognition of our international success; it's a reflection of the trust our customers place in us and the belief our team has in what we do." This acknowledgment is not only an individual achievement but a celebration of the larger spirit of innovation that drives the company’s commitment to safety-critical software engineering.

The journey to receiving the King’s Award was marked by years of demanding engineering work and continuous improvements. The company's dedication to producing reliable and advanced safety-critical software demonstrates how seriously they take their responsibility to engineers and end-users alike.

Looking to the future, WITTENSTEIN high integrity systems is gearing up for an exciting transition as they prepare to move into a new office space in January. This new environment is specifically designed to cultivate collaboration, creativity, and further innovation, paving the way for an upcoming chapter filled with opportunities. The new office signifies the company’s ongoing commitment to expanding its international reach and maintaining its high standards for excellence.

In conclusion, WITTENSTEIN high integrity systems stands as a beacon of success and innovation in the field of safety systems. Their accomplishment not only reflects their superb market position but also underlines the critical role they play in enhancing safety across various sectors worldwide. For more information about the King's Award and WITTENSTEIN's contributions to the industry, visit their official site at WITTENSTEIN high integrity systems.