The 15th Annual BWF Awards and Dinner will be taking place on Friday 24th November at the very prestigious hotel, The Langham, London.
Hosted in the most amazing setting of Europe’s first ‘Grand Hotel’, we will be celebrating the brightest and best that the UK woodworking and joinery manufacturing industry has to offer during an evening of fun and fine dining.
There are SEVEN award categories available to enter, offering opportunities for people, projects and processes the chance to shine.
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The BWF Woodworking Project of the Year Award recognises innovation and the very best in design, application and ability in joinery manufacture.
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[su_spoiler title=”BWF Innovation Award – Sponsored by Anker Stuy” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]
The BWF Innovation Award recognises excellence in technical innovation, product development, design, manufacturing or application.
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The BWF Health & Safety Award acknowledges an individual or collective effort, or initiative, which has made a notable difference to the health and safety practices and culture within a business.
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[su_spoiler title=”BWF Rising Star Award – Sponsored by ASSA ABLOY” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]
The BWF Rising Star Award recognises an individual whose dedication and hard work has made a real difference either to the organisation in which they work, or to the wider woodworking and joinery community.
Nomination forms are welcomed from all areas of a business – HR, Health & Safety, Quality, Customer Service, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Production, etc. Those shortlisted will likely have set an example that inspires or challenges others to follow their lead.
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[su_spoiler title=”BWF Heritage Project of the Year Award – Sponsored by Remmers” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]
The BWF Heritage Project of the Year recognises excellence in a conservation, restoration or renovation application.
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[su_spoiler title=”BWF Process and Resource Efficiency Award” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]
The BWF Process & Resource Efficiency Award recognises exceptional projects or initiatives that demonstrate the most efficient use of business resources or materials.
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[su_spoiler title=”BWF Apprentice of the Year Award – Sponsored by CITB” open=”no” style=”default” icon=”plus” anchor=”” class=””]
The BWF Apprentice of the Year celebrates the achievements of all apprentices within the woodworking businesses. Previous winners of the Award have really stood out from the crowd, either through fantastic feats in their work or extraordinary commitment that has added value to their place of work.
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All entries, including supporting evidence, must be received no later than 17.00 on Wednesday 13th September 2023.
Shortlisted entries will be notified at least one month in advance of the BWF Annual Awards.
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Yes, anyone from the woodworking and joinery manufacturing industry is welcome to enter an Award, and/or buy tickets to attend the Awards
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Yes, you can purchase any number of tickets from one, up to a full table of ten
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The BWF Awards are taking place on Friday 24th November at the Langham, London Hotel. 1C Portland Place, London, W1B 1JA
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Yes, room reservations can be made. Overnight accommodation is not included in the price of a ticket and this process is not managed by the BWF.
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Black tie/formal evening wear.
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The drinks reception is from 18.45. Carriages at midnight.
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For more information on sponsorship opportunities of the BWF Annual Awards and Dinner, please contact Marketing and Comms Manager Gemma Price.
Tickets for this event are not yet on sale. Please check back soon for more information.