Question 1

When will the award ceremony be held, and when will the winners be announced?

Accepted Answer

The award ceremony will be held tentatively in May 2026, along with the announcement of the winners.

Question 2

What are the eligibility criteria for the awards?

Accepted Answer

In order to qualify for a Proudly Brunei Business Award, applicants should fulfill the specific criteria defined for the award category in which they are interested. The selection criteria differ depending on the category. For more information, refer to the Business Awards page.

Question 3

Am I eligible for the award if my business is not a Sdn Bhd?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Any Brunei-registered business entity whether sole proprietorship, partnership or Sdn Bhd can apply for the award, subject to fulfilling other criteria.

Question 4

Am I eligible for the Startup category if my business has been operating for less than 3 years?

Accepted Answer

No. Startups need to be in operation for a minimum of 3 years to be eligible for the Startup Category.

Question 5

Can I apply for more than 1 award category?

Accepted Answer

Applicants can apply for up to two awards. As long as your business meets the category-specific criteria for the applied award categories.

Question 6

Am I eligible for the Youth Entrepreneur category if I turn 36 years old during the award ceremony?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As long as you are 35 years old at the time of application for the award.

Question 7

What are the documents needed for nomination?

Accepted Answer

While the exact documents required for the Proudly Brunei Business Awards may vary depending on the award category and specific criteria, some common documents that the nominees might need to provide include:

Business registration certificate 
Last 3 years financial statements (audited, if applicable) 
Business licenses or permits (relevant to their industry) 
Company profile or overview 
Evidence of business growth, innovation, or achievements (case studies, project descriptions, etc.) 
Testimonials or references from clients, partners, or stakeholders 
Any relevant certifications or accreditations

Do check the Business Awards page for a complete list of required documents tailored to each award category.

Question 8

When can I expect to receive a reply to my email inquiry?

Accepted Answer

The team will respond to your email within the next 2 business days (Monday – Friday only).

Question 9

What is the Proudly Brunei Business Awards (PBBA)?

Accepted Answer

The Proudly Brunei Business Awards is a Brunei Economic Development Board (BEDB) organized prestigious national initiative that recognizes and celebrates outstanding Brunei based companies for their excellence and contributions to their respective sectors. By fostering a competitive business environment and promoting entrepreneurial culture, the awards support Brunei's national vision of a dynamic and sustainable economy.

Question 10

How can I be nominated for or apply for the award?

Accepted Answer

Interested businesses can submit application form through the following page: Business Awards

Question 11

When is the deadline for applications?

Accepted Answer

The application deadline is 25 January 2026.

Question 12

What are the award categories?

Accepted Answer

The award categories are divided into Open Award Categories and Priority Cluster Categories.

Open Awards Categories: 
Business Growth
Innovation
Youth Entrepreneur
Woman Entrepreneur
Startup

Priority Cluster Categories: 
Food
Tourism
Downstream
ICT
Services

These awards recognize excellence in various sectors and achievements in specific industries.

Question 13

What are the benefits of winning a Proudly Brunei Business Award?

Accepted Answer

Winners of the award will receive: a one-year feature through a promotional campaign with utilization of the Proudly Brunei winners’ logo; collaboration opportunities with strategic partners; and bonus prizes. More information on the strategic partners and the benefits will be shared soon.

Question 14

Who can I contact for more information?

Accepted Answer

For additional help, please feel free to contact the Proudly Brunei Business Awards Secretariat by sending an email to proudly.brunei@bedb.gov.bn or calling us at +673 836 3442. Our team is always ready and happy to assist you with any queries you may have.

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