NEWS 12 HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS April/May 2025 www.hpmag.co.uk previous editions of the awards, the guest speaker for the evening, Perry McCarthy, delighted the audience with tales from his remarkable career. Known for his ‘against the odds’ journey to Formula 1, McCarthy captivated guests with anecdotes from his time as the original Stig on BBC’s Top Gear. The evening’s mood was further elevated as McCarthy took part in presenting the main awards and also participated in a charity game of ‘Higher or Lower,’ which raised £1755 for WaterAid—the BPMA’s chosen charity for the event. Wayne Rose, BPMA’s Director and CEO, expressed his satisfaction with this year’s awards programme, noting the enthusiastic participation and the high calibre of entries: “It was another great night celebrating the hard work and achievements of the pump industry. The awards dinner provides the perfect opportunity to catch up with industry colleagues and make new connections in a relaxed and friendly environment.” He continued: “I was again impressed by the quality of entries, and I am so pleased to have this fantastic annual showcase as part of the BPMA’s support package for the pump sector.” The evening culminated with the announcement of the 2025 Pump Industry Awards winners. With sponsorship from some of the most respected names in the industry, the awards recognised the outstanding achievements of businesses and individuals whose work stood out in the year leading up to December 2024. The full list of winners includes: Product of the Year – Sponsored by DFA Media Group Winner: Salamander Pumps – AquaScan Project of the Year – Sponsored by World Pumps Winner: Selwood – Complex Overpump during STW Repair and Maintenance Works for Northumbrian Water Group Environmental Contribution of the Year – Sponsored by SPP Pumps Winner: Crest Pumps – Revolutionizing Data Center Sustainability with AVF-C Pump Technology Manufacturer of the Year – Sponsored by WEG UK Winner: SPP Pumps Distributor of the Year (less than £3m turnover) – Sponsored by Calpeda Winner: Deckpro Pumps Distributor of the Year (more than £3m turnover) – Sponsored by Caprari Winner: Tomlinson Hall Supplier of the Year – Sponsored by Wilo Winner: WEG UK Contribution to Skills & Training – Sponsored by Crest Pumps Winner: Tomlinson Hall / Middlesbrough College – Pump Centre of Excellence Rising Star Award – Sponsored by Innomotics Winner: Patrick Worth, Anglo Pumps Sustainable Contribution for a Better World – Sponsored by AESSEAL Winner: Wilo – Water Security and Optimisation Project Entries for the 2026 Pump Industry Awards will open in midJune, with a deadline for submissions set for November 28, 2025. The awards, free to enter and open to all companies within the pump sector, will once again celebrate the remarkable achievements of the industry. For more details and to submit entries, visit www.pumpindustryawards.com.
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