Awards Categories

THE ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY AWARDS 

Each category reflect the trade’s objectives that are common to all organisations. Your submissions will be judged against the achievements of all types of business – rather than just those of direct competitors in your industry sector.

Entrants should provide independent and robust data that supports the claims made.

Products and Services

  • Commercial/Industrial Product of the Year
  • Residential/Domestic Product of the Year
  • Lighting Product of the Year 
  • Trade Tool of the Year (including Test & Measurement)
  • Training Resource/Provider of the Year

Projects and Installations

  • Renewable Installation of the Year
  • Electrical Project of the Year

Contractor and Wholesalers

  • Contractor of the Year (Turnover under £5 Million)*
  • Contractor of the Year (Turnover over £5 Million)*
  • Contractor of the Year – Community Involvement
  • Contractor of the Year – Staff development (inc. Apprenticeships)
  • Wholesaler of the Year

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CATEGORIES AND JUDGING CRITERIA 2025

  1. Commercial/Industrial Product of the Year 
  2. Residential / Domestic Product of the Year
  3. Lighting Product of the Year
  4. Trade Tool of the Year (including Test & Measurement)   

The first five categories focus on product innovation and development, encompassing both new products and innovative improvements to existing ones.

In no more than 600 words your entry must explain: 

  • What is innovative about the product.
  • What sets the product apart from its competitors.
  • How it came about and why the innovation is needed.
  • How does the innovation benefit the user.

Please supply any supporting information such as brochures, press releases, reviews and client testimonials.

5. Training Resource/Provider of the Year

This award will be presented for a resource created to aid those working in the electrical sector with their ongoing training and professional development, while enhancing their knowledge and encouraging best practice. The entries will be judged on the basis of innovation, quality of content and effectiveness. To enter, you must submit a maximum of 600 words, detailing the rationale behind the resource and its development, and how it assists those in the electrical sector. Please supply any supporting information such as brochures, press releases, reviews and client testimonials.

6. Renewable Installation of the Year

7. Electrical Project of the Year

This award will be presented to an outstanding electrical project or an installation that has been completed in the UK during the last 12 months. The judges will be looking for innovation, use of sustainable and energy-saving technology, and adherence to brief and budget. Projects from all areas of the industry are encouraged to enter, either public or private sector. To enter, you must submit a maximum of 600 words, detailing the brief, implementation and successful completion of the project, drawing particular attention to creative solutions implemented to overcome project specific problems. Please supply images and supporting information such as architectural drawings or plans.

8. Wholesaler of the Year

Wholesaler of the Year entry should include the following:

  • An introduction to the company, e.g. years in operation, number of staff, areas covered/branches, services offered …
  • Improved market performance, including sales growth and increasing market share.
  • Commitment to staff e.g. training and ongoing development, inclusivity, mental health and wellbeing support.
  • An explanation of what sets your company aside from other electrical wholesalers of a similar size.
  • Examples of how the company is keeping up with trends and technological advancements e.g. updates in customer engagement, stock management, digital sales and/or the introduction of sustainable practices.

Your entry should consist of a submission statement of no more than 600 words. In addition, please supply any supporting information such as brochures, press releases, reviews and customer testimonials. (Please be aware that all company data will be treated in the strictest confidence by the organiser).

9. Contractor of the Year (Turnover under £5 Million)*

10. Contractor of the Year (Turnover over £5 Million)* 

*Based on most recent accounts submitted to Companies House at time of judging

These categories are open to contracting companies (electrical or M&E) operating in the UK. Entries should include the following:

  • An introduction to the company e.g. years in operation, number of staff, areas covered/branches, services offered …
  • Commitment staff development e.g. training opportunities, ongoing staff development, inclusivity, mental health and wellbeing support.
  • Improved market performance, sales growth and market share, along with explanation of how this growth was achieved.
  • An explanation of what sets your company aside from other electrical wholesalers of a similar size.
  • Examples of sustainable practices/advancements
  • Community activities or charity work
  • An explanation of the company’s biggest achievement over the past year e.g. notable projects, new premises, targets hit, new practices introduced.

Entry submissions should consist of no more than 600 words, covering the points above to explain why your company should be considered for the award. Please include supporting information such as brochures, press releases, reviews and testimonials from clients and details of annual turnover. Please note that any sensitive information included in your entry will be treated in the strictest confidence by the organiser.

11. Contractor of the Year – Community involvement

This award will be presented for contracting companies (electrical or M&E) operating in the UK who go above and beyond to prioritise their local communities. The entries will be judged on the company’s impactful actions within the following areas:

  • Community engagement and outreach
  • Job creation and local employment
  • Environmental responsibility
  • Education and skills development
  • Fundraising and charity work
  • Local economic support

To enter, you must submit a maximum of 600 words. In addition, please supply any supporting information such as brochures, press releases, reviews and customer testimonials.

12. Contractor of the Year – Staff development (inc. apprenticeships)

This award will be presented for contracting companies (electrical or M&E) operating in the UK who demonstrate exceptional commitment to the well-being and professional development of their staff. The entries will be judged on the company’s impactful actions within the following areas:

  • Employee health and wellbeing Initiatives
  • Training and career development
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Health and safety standards
  • Workplace environment and culture

All entries should include the following:

  • Evidence the product, activity or project took place during 2024/25.

Personal correspondence regarding judging will not be entered into; the judges’ decisions are final on all matters.