TWO projects developed by Carlisle-based company Nighthawk Software have received awards at this years prestigious Royal Highland Show, held at Ingleston, near Edinburgh.

Both projects were nominated in the category of Technical Innovation, a category created to recognise design and innovation across agri-sector machinery and equipment. The awards showcase inventions and innovations that demonstrate a positive impact on agriculture; horticulture; equestrian; forestry; renewable energy; and estate activities.

SafeForestry, a risk assessment and competency mobile app developed for their clients Duffy Skyling, originally covering the forestry industry, but currently being expanded to cover a wider range of industries such as farming and construction, was nominated for a Silver award in Technical innovation.

Also receiving an award was their innovate farm management platform Agri Ignite developed for 5 Agri. While still in development and not currently publicly available, Agri ignite was recognised with a commendation in the technical innovation category, primarily on the company's work to provide a digital tool to assist 5 Agri with completing this years IACS applications. This commendation may later be upgraded to a Gold/Silver award once the project launches.

“It’s a great honour to receive an award from such a prestigious event such as the Royal Highland Show, so to receive awards for two projects in the same category is extra special. It’s a testament for the hard work put in by the team over the last few years to develop these two exciting projects.” said Gavin Coates, Director of Nighthawk Software.