The closing date to enter next year’s prestigious Fleet News Awards is just one week today.
Fleet decision-makers, suppliers and manufacturers have until Friday November 29 to get their entries in – but it’s not too late for you to start the process by heading to the awards website.
The Fleet News Awards will be presented to the best people, companies and vehicles in front of an audience of more than 1,200 industry leaders at the Grosvenor House Hotel on March 12, 2025.
It is an opportunity to get your company and your name in the headlines, bringing positive publicity that has been proven to have clear business benefits as well as being career enhancing and highly motivating for staff.
In each of the categories, judges will be looking for evidence of quality, innovation and improvements as they deliberate and decide on the winners.
The process will be overseen by awards chairman Christopher Macgowan OBE and audited by Brian Cooper of EY.
Paul Hollick, chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals and a judge on the fleet panel, said: “Putting together a convincing entry for the Fleet News Awards is not necessarily an easy job for a fleet manager.
"They need to show how they have approached the fleet objectives and issues facing them with great energy, enthusiasm, ability and innovation. Above all, they’ve got to illustrate – in hard facts and figures – how they have made relevant, measurable and impressive improvements.
“However, if they win, the reward is the fleet industry’s highest level of recognition, something which carries considerable professional kudos both within and outside their organisations. If you can place a Fleet News Award on your desk, you know you’ve done an exceptional job of managing your fleet.”
Enter now - head to the awards website
TESTIMONIALS
"Receiving the Fleet of the Year award is a tremendous honour for The AA. This recognition underscores our relentless dedication to providing top-notch service and support to fleets nationwide. It's a testament to the hard work and commitment of our entire team. The AA is dedicated to instilling confidence in drivers, now and in the future. We are proud to be the recognised as fleet of the year. It is the ultimate acknowledgment of being a leader in our market and we remain steadfast in our mission to set the standard for excellence in the fleet industry."
Duncan Webb, fleet director, The AA – winner of fleet of the year, 1000+ vehicles
“Winning the Fleet and Transport Manager of the year award at the prestigious fleet News awards is a massive honour. Being selected by industry experts for the work you do is amazing. It’s hard to put into words the feeling when your name is read out as the winner. Everyone should strive to have this accolade from the Fleet News awards - it is the pinnacle of success for any fleet manager.”
Aaron Powell, fleet director, Speedy Hire, winner of fleet manager of the year
“These awards for Hilux and Proace City are appreciated and significant recognition for our LCV fleet and business strategy.”
Neil Broad, General Manager One Toyota Fleet Services, winner of best all-terrain workhorse and best small van
“If you can place a Fleet News Award on your desk, you know you’ve done an exceptional job of managing your fleet”
Paul Hollick, AFP chair and awards judge
TIMELINE
- Awards deadline: November 22, 2024
- Judging days:
- Supplier: January 21
- Manufacturer: January 22
- Fleet interviews: January 29-30
- Finalists revealed: mid-February 2025
- Awards night: March 12, 2025, Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London
CATEGORIES
Fleet Awards
Excellence in Fleet Safety and Compliance
2024 winner: JJX Logistics
Environmental Fleet of the Year
2024 winner: Royal Mail
Most Improved Fleet Operator
2024 winner: Wheatley Group
Fleet of the Year (sub-250 vehicles)
2024 winner: Univar Solutions
Fleet of the year (250-1,000 vehicles)
2024 winner: National House-Building Council
Fleet of the Year (more than 1,000 vehicles)
2024 winner: The AA
Supplier Awards
Fleet Dealer of the Year
2024 winner: TrustFord
Rental Company of the Year
2024 winner: Enterprise Mobility
Technology Provider of the Year (NEW)
Converter/bodybuilder of the year
2024 winner: Bri-Stor Systems
Graphics/livery company of the year (NEW)
Support Services Provider of the Year (NEW)
Leasing Company of the Year (up to 20,000 vehicles)
2024 winner: Grosvenor Leasing
Leasing Company of the Year (more than 20,000 vehicles)
2024 winner: Novuna Vehicle Solutions
Manufacturer Awards
Commercials
Best Small Van
2024 winner: Toyota Proace City
Best Medium Van
2024 winner: Ford Transit Custom
Best Large Van
2024 winner: Ford Transit
Best All-terrain Workhorse
2024 winner: Toyota Hilux
Best Truck up to 7.5 tonnes (NEW)
Cars
Best Lower Medium Car
2024 winner: Kia Niro
Best Compact SUV
2024 winner: Hyundai Kona
Best Mid-size SUV
2024 winner: Audi Q4 e-tron
Best Premium Car
2024 winner: BMW i4
Best Executive Car
2024 winner: BMW 5 Series
Manufacturer
Zero Emission Manufacturer of the Year (NEW)
Most Improved Fleet Manufacturer of the Year
2024 winner: MG Motor UK
Headline Awards
Fleet Supplier of the Year (shortlist from supplier category winners)
2024 winner: The AA
Fleet Manufacturer of the Year – Car (READER VOTED)
2024 winner: BMW Group UK
Fleet Manufacturer of the Year – Van (READER VOTED)
2024 winner: Ford Pro
Fleet/Transport Manager of the Year
2024 winner: Aaron Powell, Speedy
Fleet News Hall of Fame
2024 inductees: Ian Leonard and Julie Summerell
Judging panel
- Chairman: Christopher Macgowan OBE
- Auditor: Brian Cooper, Ernst & Young
Fleet Awards
- Stephen Briers, Fleet News
- Aaron Powell, Speedy and fleet manager of the year
- Paul Hollick, AFP
- Lorna McAtear, National Grid
Supplier Awards
- Denise Lane, Euro Car Parts
- Kerry Teesdale, MJ Quinn
- Richard Crook, DHL Express
- Leroy Thomas, Affinity Water
- Sarah Gilding, South Yorks Police
- Dale Eynon, Defra Group Fleet Services
- Jo Coffey, City Electrical Factors
Manufacturer Awards
CARS
- Matt dePrez, Fleet News
- Lorna McAtear, National Grid
- James Rooney, Network Rail
- Duncan Webb, the AA
- Nadim Mehar, Alstom
- Simon Harris, UK Vehicle Data
- Andy Cutler, Glass’s
- Paul Titchmarsh, Cap UK
- Ben Edwards, Arval consultant
COMMERCIALS
- Matt de Prez, Fleet News
- Lorna McAtear, National Grid
- Duncan Webb, ISS
- Matt Hammond, Altrad
- Andy Picton, Glass’s
- Ken Brown, CAP
- Paul Kirby, Van Expert
- Matt Dillon, LeasePlan
- Eddie Parker, Arval
- Justin Laney, John Lewis Transport
- James Rooney, Network Rail
Headline Awards
- Judges as above, relevant to the category.
Pictures from the 2024 Fleet News Awards
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The Fleet News Awards provides categories and new opportunities for fleets, manufacturers and suppliers to enjoy the huge benefits that go with winning, being shortlisted and sponsorship.
Sponsorship: contact Emma Rogers or Kelly Crown now to discuss the opportunities available.
Table bookings: ensure you are part of the Fleet News Awards 2025. Premium tables, standard tables and tickets available - celebrate with your colleagues, meet old friends and make new acquaintances. Call Sandra Evitt on 01733 468123 or email sandra.evitt@bauermedia.co.uk.
When: Wednesday, March 12
Where: Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London
The results and gallery for Fleet News Awards 2024
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Mike Roberts returned to Fleet News in 2021 having previously been its news editor in the early 2000s.
He is now managing editor for Fleet News, AM and Rail in the Bauer B2B portfolio. Prior to this he was managing editor of Fleet News' sister-title Smart Transport.
Mike started his career in local newspapers in the 1990s and has since worked on several specialist titles, both in print and online.
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