This annual event receives overwhelming participation from countries such as the United States, Canada, Indonesia, Taiwan, Malaysia and many others. The panel of judges consists of top CEOs, scientists and professors from all around the world, including the United States, United Kingdom, Italy and Taiwan. Because of the quality of the participants, even the most knowledgeable panel of judges are hard-pressed to find the best of the best.

In the 2002 Global Golden Rim Awards, NEP Holdings (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. and Diamond Energy Water System once again distinguished themselves from their peers when they won the Golden Triumphant Enterprise Golden Rim Award and Global Quality Assurance Product Golden Rim Award respectively.

At the prize presentation ceremony held on 18th January 2002, NEP Holdings (Malaysia) Bhd. President Mr. Michael Lim was chosen to speak on behalf of all the Malaysian Award Winners, thus further gaining recognition for the company and brand.

The Global Golden Rim Awards is organised by a coalition of Chinese SMIs to recognise the outstanding performance of organisations and consumer products. SMIs from all around the world participate in this prestigious event.