In a landmark achievement for the UK energy sector, Octopus Energy has been declared Britain's Most Admired Company for 2025. The supplier, which is now the largest in the country, secured the top honour during a ceremony held at the London Stock Exchange on Friday, 16th January 2026.
A Historic Win for a Young Challenger
This victory is particularly significant as Octopus Energy is the youngest business ever to receive this prestigious accolade. The award, based on the leading corporate reputation rankings, is voted for by peers and competitors within the business community. Previous winners have typically been established for decades, with some histories spanning over a century, making Octopus's rapid ascent to the top all the more remarkable.
Beyond the main title, the company also delivered an outstanding performance in the sector awards, walking away with six gold and two silver sector awards. This clean sweep underscores its dominant reputation across multiple business criteria.
Leadership and Peer Recognition
Founder and Chief Executive Greg Jackson expressed profound gratitude for the recognition. "Business leaders use the word 'humbled' all the time – but this really is the case today," Jackson stated. He highlighted that the award, voted for by other businesses including direct competitors, "feels like a real achievement."
Jackson credited the win to the incredible focus and dedication of Octopus Energy's 12,000-strong team, its long-term investors, and the British public for choosing a better energy alternative. He also thanked the wider business community for welcoming the relative newcomer.
Acclaim from Industry Leaders
The announcement was met with high praise from senior figures in finance and research. Dame Julia Hoggett, CEO of the London Stock Exchange, issued a statement commending Octopus Energy. She noted the company is recognised not just for strategic clarity and operational excellence, but for its visible leadership in the national energy transition, where resilience, affordability, and ambition meet.
Sandra Macleod, Group CEO at Echo Research, which oversees the rankings, added her perspective. "Octopus Energy’s recognition reflects a blend of strategic clarity, decisive leadership and visible societal and environmental contribution," Macleod said. She emphasised that being rated the most admired company in Britain, not just in their sector, is a rare signal of trust from peers, analysts, and City commentators.
This historic win solidifies Octopus Energy's position not only as a major utility provider but as a transformative force in British business, setting a new benchmark for how young, innovative companies can achieve the highest levels of peer admiration and trust.
