Experian, the global business solutions company has been named the UK's National Business of the Year in recognition of its record of “exceptional financial performance, strong growth, innovative strategies and leadership in its sectors”. These include the provision of credit checking, vehicle history and market data services to the automotive sector in the UK and US. Experian is a licensee of DVLA data for market analysis purposes.

Announcing the Award, Michael Wilson, Business and Economics Editor of Sky News, said: “Experian has shown pioneering spirit, bringing several firsts into their sectors and are truly 'World Class'. They are now almost an institution.”