
Jim Ratcliffe
Awards & Honours
4
Awards Won
5
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Covers
2
Records
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's career is marked by historic achievements that set him apart in the business world. He transformed INEOS from a small startup into a global giant, a feat recognized by his induction into the UK Engineering Hall of Fame. His ability to identify undervalued assets and turn them into profitable enterprises is legendary in business schools. He holds the distinction of being the second-richest person in the UK, a title he has held for several years. His entry into football ownership was also historic, granting a single individual unprecedented control over a club previously managed by a committee. These accomplishments reflect a unique blend of industrial genius and strategic vision.

Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Knight Bachelor
Awarded for services to the chemical industry
Life Peerage
Created Baron Ratcliffe of Newton-le-Willows
Honorary Doctorate
Doctor of Science
Honorary Doctorate
Doctor of Science
Hall of Fame Induction
Inducted into the UK Engineering Hall of Fame
Rankings & Lists
Sunday Times Rich List
Forbes World's Billionaires
Magazine Covers
The Economist
2021-06-15
The Future of European Industry
Vanity Fair
2024-03-10
The New Tycoons: Jim Ratcliffe
Records & Feats
Second Wealthiest Person in the UK
Held the position of second-richest person in the UK since 2018, with a net worth exceeding £29 billion.
Fastest Growing Private Chemical Company
Guided INEOS to become one of the fastest-growing private chemical companies in history under his leadership.