We are thrilled to unveil the shortlist for the prestigious DfT Special Recognition Awards 2025, honouring exceptional individuals and organisations that have gone the extra mile to deliver change in the highways and road infrastructure technology sector.
This year, we received a record-breaking number of entries, reflecting the sector’s outstanding innovation, commitment, and drive to deliver positive change.
The winners will be revealed at a glittering awards ceremony during Strictly Highways on the evening of 01 October at the iconic Winter Gardens in Blackpool.
Now in their sixth year, the DfT Special Recognition Awards were established by the late Steve Berry OBE, the Department for Transport’s former Head of Highways Maintenance, Innovation and Resilience. These awards stand as a testament to Steve’s legacy, continuing to inspire excellence and progress within the sector.
Charlotte Bromley, Head of Events at LCRIG, shared her enthusiasm:
“The response this year has been incredible, with more entries than ever before. We are extremely grateful to our judges who have taken the time to review them all, and to everyone who submitted. These awards, established by the late Steve Berry OBE, continue to showcase the innovation and dedication within our sector, and it’s fantastic to see them growing year on year.”
DfT Special Recognition Awards 2025 Shortlist
Employer Initiative of the Year Award
Sponsored by Triopsis
- FM Conway
- London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham and Cadent Gas Ltd
- Multevo
- Ringway Infrastructure Services Ltd
- UltraCrete
- Wiltshire Council
Highways Apprentice of the Year Award
Sponsored by Winvic
- George Buchanan
- Hannah Black
- Jess Banbury
- Joshua Battersby
- Kizito Brady
Best Use of Technology in the Highways and Transportation Sector Award
Sponsored by Polaris Software
- Bucher Municipal
- East Riding of Yorkshire Council
- Eurovia
- Felicity Smart Infrastructure
- Geoplace
- Stockport Council
- Surrey County Council
- SWARCO & Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
- Via East Midlands
- WJ Group & HAAS Alert
Transport Technology Innovation Award
Sponsored by Multevo
- Agilysis
- Aisin RoadTrace
- Duku EV
- Eurovia Surfacing, Safety Shield and BOMAG
- SWARCO
- VivaCity
- Yunex Traffic
Net Zero Project of the Year Award
Sponsored by Tarmac
- Cappagh Contractors Construction (London) Ltd
- Clee Hill Plant Ltd
- East Riding of Yorkshire Council
- Hartlepool Borough Council
- Liverpool City Council
- Low Carbon Materials
- Multipave NW Ltd
- Roadtechs Group
- Staffordshire Council Council in Partnership with Amey
- Winvic Construction Ltd
- Yunex Traffic
Collaborative Partnership Award
Sponsored by Kiely Bros
- Derby City Council in collaboration with City of Bradford, Derbyshire County Council, Leicester County Council, North Lincolnshire Council, Nottinghamshire County Council and City of York Council
- Galliford Try in collaboration with Leicestershire County Council, AECOM and various supply chain partners
- Hartlepool Borough Council in collaboration with Tarmac
- KaarbonTech in collaboration with Wigan Council and Hello Lamp Post
- Liverpool City Council in collaboration with Dowhigh Ltd, Huyton Asphalt Ltd, Colas Ltd, Tarmac Trading, Mott Macdonald, AECOM, Wilde and Amey
- London Borough of Barnet in collaboration with Metis Consultants and Tarmac Kier Joint Venture
- London Borough of Enfield in collaboration with Transport for London, National Highways, Thames Water, Norman Rourke Pryme, Metis Consultants and Kensons Highways
- Low Carbon Materials in collaboration with Durham County Council and MGL Group
- M Group Highways (Oxfordshire) in collaboration with Oxfordshire County Council, Oxford Direct Services, Breedon Group, Drayton Construction, BGG Garden and Tree Care, Cashelton, Chevron, DJT Surfacing, Drainline, Hazell & Jefferies, HTM Ltd, Minster Group, MJT Construction, TSM Ltd, Wilson and Scott
- SWARCO in collaboration with Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
- Wilde Consultants Ltd in collaboration with Stockport Council
The winner of the Best of Britain Award, sponsored by Gaist, will be announced at the awards ceremony.
We extend our heartful congratulations to all those shortlisted and express our gratitude to everyone who submitted entries for this year’s awards.
Join us for an evening of celebration and inspiration on 01 October as we announce the winners.
For more information and to reserve your spot at this highly anticipated event, please click here.