Supplier awards

Van Leasing and Fleet Management Company of the Year

Winner: Hitachi Capital Commercial Vehicle Services

A hotly-contested award in which some of the biggest names in leasing and fleet management went head to head. But for the second year running, none could quite match the range of services and the sheer professionalism offered by Hitachi.
 

Van Rental Company of the Year

Winner: Europcar

Highly commended: Hiregate

In a sector which has seen the loss of some high profile names in the past year, Europcar was judged to be ahead of the rest in the rental sector. But new name Hiregate impressed the judges too, with its focus on customer service and its old-fashioned approach, giving the personal touch to its dealings.

Van Equipment Supplier of the Year

Winner: ATS Euromaster

There were more entries for this sector than any other, but ATS Euromaster shone out as the best example of a totally van fleet-focused company.

Van Fleet Safety Award

Winner: Kwik-Fit Fleet

The use of winter tyres has been in the spotlight of late, but it was Kwik-Fit Fleet who was in the game first, offering fleet operators an option that can not only help keep vehicles on the roads in winter but can also save lives too. A worthy winner, the judges felt.