BKT has reached another significant milestone in its global manufacturing journey, with its flagship Bhuj production facility in India being awarded the Sword of Honour 2025 by the British Safety Council. The prestigious award was presented at a formal ceremony held at Drapers’ Hall in London, recognising BKT’s outstanding commitment to workplace health and safety management.

 

 

The Sword of Honour is one of the highest accolades awarded by the British Safety Council and is reserved for organisations that demonstrate exceptional standards in managing health and safety risks. In 2025, BKT was selected as one of only 70 organisations worldwide to receive this recognition.

A Benchmark for Health and Safety Management

BKT’s Bhuj plant achieved the award following a Five Star Audit Report, the highest possible rating under the British Safety Council’s health and safety management audit scheme. This result reflects the plant’s robust systems, consistent operational discipline, and the dedication of its workforce in maintaining a safe, healthy, and high-quality working environment.

 

As part of the award, BKT received a hand-crafted stainless-steel ceremonial sword, created exclusively for the 2025 Sword of Honour recipients — a symbol of excellence, commitment, and leadership in workplace safety.

 

Lucia Salmaso, Managing Director BKT Europe and
Mike Robinson, Chief Executive, British Safety Council

 

Industry Recognition from the British Safety Council

Commenting on the achievement, Peter McGettrick, Chairman of the British Safety Council, praised BKT’s efforts, stating that achieving recognition of this level requires full dedication and professionalism, adding that the organisation was proud to support companies demonstrating such high standards.

Mike Robinson, Chief Executive of the British Safety Council, also congratulated BKT and its employees, highlighting the company’s commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

 

What This Means for Agrigear Customers

For Agrigear, as the authorised distributor of BKT tyres in Ireland, this achievement reinforces the strength of the brand we represent. High manufacturing standards, strong safety culture, and sustainable practices directly translate into product reliability, consistent quality, and long-term performance for customers in agriculture, construction, and earthmoving sectors.

BKT’s focus on people, processes, and responsibility across its production facilities continues to set benchmarks within the off-highway tyre industry — ensuring customers can trust not just the product, but the values behind it.

 

Contact Agrigear Today

To learn more about BKT products, contact our expert team at 042-9666444 or visit our website www.agrigear.ie.