The award was presented at JW Marriott Grosvenor House, London, on Friday 25 September. RBF Cargocare provides specialist customs and logistics support with a team available around the clock. When unexpected border issues arise, it works directly with authorities and customers to find practical solutions and keep goods moving.

The business has expanded its team and processing capacity since Brexit while maintaining a personal approach to service. It has also invested in staff training and technology to support its work with importers, exporters, growers, hauliers and retailers.

The judges said: "An exemplary business service partner for the UK produce industry. RBF Cargocare combines deep customs expertise with round-the-clock problem-solving to keep a time-critical supply chain moving. By reducing risk, administration, and delays, RBF is providing vital confidence and trust for importers, exporters, growers, hauliers, and retailers."

Jon Beech, CEO at RBF Cargocare said:

"I am thrilled that we have been named Business Service Partner of the Year 2026 at the FPC Fresh Awards. This is really about our team. We work incredibly hard behind the scenes to keep our customers’ goods moving every single day and we are there to solve problems when it matters. It’s an honour to be recognised."

Nigel Jenney, Chief Executive of the Fresh Produce Consortium, said: "For fresh produce businesses, a customs problem can quickly become a product problem. RBF Cargocare understands that urgency and takes ownership when its customers need help most. Its expertise and willingness to find solutions make it an invaluable partner to the industry."

The other finalists were Cibus Pest Control, Details Flowers Software, Digipal, MDS, MorePeople, OAL Group, Simvia and Smurfit Westrock. Their entries showed the range of specialist services that help fresh produce and floriculture businesses operate and grow.

The Business Service Partner of the Year award is sponsored by JAMPRO. The FPC Fresh Awards celebrate achievement across the fresh produce, cut flower and plant industries and their global supply chains.