A Liverpool-based health-tech company has been recognised for its ground-breaking work in medical imaging and IA-powered cardiac diagnostics. Tony McDonough reports

Med tech company MyCardium AI, which develops artificial intelligence tools and services for cardiac imaging and cardiovascular diagnostics, has been crowned the overall winner of this year’s Merseyside Independent Business (MIB) Awards.

A spinout from the University of London, MyCardium AI claims its technology is 40% more accurate than expert human analysis and could mean significantly faster results and diagnoses for doctors and cardiac patients.

Its ‘human in the loop’ approach is trusted by clinicians worldwide to improve accuracy, reduce costs and accelerate the development of new treatments.

MyCardium AI collected two awards, including digital &technology business of the year, at a glittering back-tie ceremony on Thursday 16 October in front of an audience of almost 500 from across the city region.

Now in its eleventh year, the MIB Awards, founded by Morecrofts Solicitors, honours the innovation, resilience and diversity of Merseyside’s independent business community.

Alison Lobb, Managing partner at Morecrofts, said: “Each year, the MIB Awards uncover remarkable stories of innovation, creativity and determination.

“This year’s finalists reflect that spirit perfectly, and MyCardium AI is a shining example—using cutting-edge technology to make a tangible difference to people’s lives and the future of healthcare. We are incredibly proud to recognise their achievement.”

The Liverpool BID Company returned as headline sponsor for 2025. Its CEO, Bill Addy, added: “Independent businesses don’t just drive our economy—they define the character and spirit of our communities.

“The MIB Awards are a vital platform to celebrate those who push boundaries, improve lives and set new standards. MyCardium AI truly embodies that mission, and we congratulate them on a well-deserved win.”

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There were 14 awards in total, with winners being decided by independent judging panels made up of experts from a range of industries.

Finalists represented sectors including health and wellbeing, retail, construction, tourism and professional services, highlighting the strength and scope of Merseyside’s independent business community.

Other notable winners on the evening included Girls on the Go, who took home two awards for best start-up and health and wellbeing, and engineering firm Sutcliffe who were named professional services business of the year, and business personality of the year for its chief exec Sean Keyes.

The awards were sponsored by JEC Business Finance, Everton FC, Merseyrail, Forresters IP, ONE Knowsley, The Guide Liverpool, Bruntwood, Butterworth Spengler, B&L Creative, Titanic Hotel Liverpool, Handelsbanken, DSG Accountants, and FPC.

A full list of winners can be found below.

Community Interest Company of the Year – Thrive
Trades or Manufacturing Business of the Year – Trojan Lighting Solutions
Professional Services Business of the Year – Sutcliffe
Culture & Tourism Business of the Year – Hope Street Hotel
Best Creative Business – Loud Speaker
Best Start Up- Girls On The Go
Retailer of the Year – Solo Car Sales
Children Focussed Business of the Year – Safe Hands
Food Venue of the Year – Derek’s
Health & Wellbeing Business of the Year – Girls On The Go
Digital & Technology Business of the Year – MyCardium AI
Employer of the Year – Structec (N.W)
Business Person of the Year – Sean Keyes, Sutcliffe