TTS Shortlisted for Prestigious Exporter of the Year Award
Added by Love Business East Midlands | 5 May 2026
TTS, a leading Nottinghamshire-based supplier of educational resources, has been shortlisted for the highly regarded Exporter of the Year category at the British Educational Suppliers Association (BESA) Awards.
The nomination recognises TTS’s outstanding international growth and its contribution to supporting educational settings and learners worldwide. Operating from its UK headquarters, TTS now exports to over 80 countries across six continents, providing innovative, curriculum-aligned resources to thousands of schools and millions of learners.
With more than 40 years of experience, TTS has built a global reputation for developing high-quality, hands-on learning tools that support children from Early Years through to early secondary education. Its product range spans key areas such as STEM, computing, literacy, and Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping educators deliver engaging and effective learning experiences.
Export activity has become a central pillar of the company’s growth strategy, and TTS is targeting further expansion into more than 100 countries over the next five years, while continuing to drive all international trade through its UK operations. TTS is committed to supporting local employment and strengthening Britain’s position as a global leader in education.
The company’s international success is underpinned by strong partnerships with schools, distributors, and governments worldwide. Through these collaborations, TTS not only supplies resources but also provides training, curriculum support and expertise to help improve educational outcomes at scale.
Ian Mackinnon, TTS CEO, said:
“We are delighted to be shortlisted for Exporter of the Year at the BESA Awards. This recognition reflects the dedication of our teams and partners globally, as well as our commitment to supporting teachers and students with the very best resources.
“Exporting will play a vital part of our future success, enabling us to share British educational expertise with classrooms around the world.”
The BESA Awards celebrate excellence across the UK’s education supply sector, recognising organisations that demonstrate innovation, impact and leadership. Winners will be announced at the BESA Awards ceremony in London on Thursday 9th July 2026.
