Continuing our introduction of the sponsors for this year’s DfT Special Recognition Awards, we are delighted to showcase more partners who share our commitment to driving innovation and collaboration in the highways and transport technology sector. The awards ceremony will be held at the historic Winter Gardens in Blackpool as part of the Strictly Highways event on the evening of 02 October 2024.
Award Categories and Their Sponsors:
Employer Initiative of the Year – Sponsored by WJ Group
“WJ Group are proud to sponsor the ‘Employer Initiative of the Year’ category at the 2024 DfT Special Recognition Awards. Community is one of WJ’s core values, and we aim to treat everyone with fairness, inclusion and respect, so we’re always happy to celebrate initiatives that improve people’s working environment, particularly when the industry is facing a skills shortage and attracting and retaining people is of the utmost importance. We’ve been supporting Strictly Highways since its inception because we recognise the value of bringing everyone together to collaborate, share best practice, and drive the industry forward in a positive direction.”
Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Eurovia
“Eurovia are delighted to be sponsoring the ‘Apprentice of the Year’ award at the DfT Special Recognition Awards this year as apprenticeships play a vital role in cultivating a pipeline of talented and skilled employees to develop our industry. This category is so important for our industry and is vital for Eurovia’s continual development of our people.
“In 2022, four of our apprentices at Eurovia Surfacing made history, becoming the first Road Surfacing Operative (RSO) apprentices in the country, and we have continued this development by onboarding a further new Cohort this year. Apprenticeship programmes support the success of a company as they provide a valuable opportunity for individuals to gain practical skills and experience. By investing in apprenticeship programmes, we can develop a skilled and knowledgeable workforce, improve employee retention, and foster a culture of continuous learning and development. Apprenticeships help bridge the gap between education and employment, allowing individuals to enter the workforce with the necessary skills and experience to succeed in their chosen field. We are very happy to be able to continue to support LCRIG at events such as Strictly Highways. LCRIG is a hub for industry collaboration and is aiding the sector to reach a more innovative and greener future.”
The Transport Technology Innovation Award – Sponsored by Transport Technology Forum
“The Transport Technology Forum is all about bringing together local and national government, the supply chain and academia to deliver innovative and sustainable transport solutions,” explained manager Darren Capes, who is ITS Policy Lead at the Department for Transport. “Innovation is what the TTF stands for, and so supporting the innovation award at Strictly Highways fits perfectly with what we strive to achieve every day – making sure the latest innovations in making transport safer, greener and more efficient, get the recognition and awareness they deserve. I look forward to seeing the range of great new ideas being nominated for the award.”
Don’t Miss Your Chance to Enter
There’s still time to submit your entry and recognise the outstanding achievements of colleagues, projects and initiatives. Submit your entries by Friday, August 23 2024, at 17:00. Find out more and enter here.
Join Us at Strictly Highways
Public Sector delegate places are still available for Strictly Highways 2024. This event is not just an awards ceremony but a comprehensive, CPD-accredited, conference offering invaluable networking opportunities, and discussions which delve into key industry topics such as innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. For more information and to secure your place today, visit Strictly Highways 2024.