The Scottish horticultural developer and manufacturer behind the innovative Air-Pot system has been recognised with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise – honouring its sustained success in international trade.

The Edinburgh-based Caledonian Tree Company, makers of the patented Air-Pot plant growing system, has exported to 40+ countries worldwide during the last 36 years with just a small team.

Jamie Single, co-founder, says: “We’re small but mighty! Selected from hundreds of UK businesses considered for this honour, the award recognises our team’s commitment to innovation and our long-term success in developing an international market for our horticultural growing systems. It is a huge badge of honour that we will all carry with pride.”

Founded in 1990 by Jamie and Suzie Single, The Caledonian Tree Company employs eight staff in Scotland in its offices and manufacturing facility and works with four international representatives supporting growers across global markets.

Suzie adds: “All those years ago, we were simply on a mission to build a better plant pot – little did we foresee the highs, heartaches and hurdles that lay ahead.

“But as plantsmen say, ‘from little things, big things grow’ and we’re incredibly proud Air-Pot® has survived and thrived, and that today our team is being recognised through The King’s Awards.”

The firm’s innovative Air-Pot container system is manufactured from recycled HDPE and is designed to enhance root structure, improve plant health and support more sustainable growing practices worldwide.

Used by commercial growers, nurseries, botanical gardens, research institutions and home growers globally, the system is proven to deliver significantly increased growth and long-term plant performance.

Now in its seventh iteration, with the Air-Pot 7 range, its technology continues to evolve, with the company expanding both its product range and international reach. The founders’ daughter, Georgie Single, is the second generation to be involved in the business too.

Approved by His Majesty The King, this significant award places the Scottish company among the UK’s most respected exporters and grants use of the King’s Award Emblem until 2031.

The King’s Award for Enterprise is the UK’s most prestigious business honour. It highlights outstanding achievement in international trade. Organisations have received Royal recognition through the initiative, initially as the Queen’s Award, since it was first conceived in 1965.

It’s a globally respected mark of excellence and is widely recognised for helping companies develop further and build on their successes, while strengthening their brand.

As a 2026 recipient, Air-Pot is entitled to use the official King’s Awards for Enterprise Emblem on its products and communications for five years from the announcement date, today, helping share its success and inspiring others.

The award will formally be presented to the company at a later date by His Majesty’s Lord‑Lieutenant of the City of Edinburgh.

Georgie will also attend a Royal Reception at St James’s Palace in July, celebrating the achievements of 2026 recipients.

For further information, visit www.air-pot.com.