Saturday 18th April 2026, Grosvenor House, London
For over 50 years, HAE EHA has been recognising the incredible businesses and people who work tirelessly to progress the plant, tool, equipment and event hire industries. Find out more about the industry event of the year below.
View Highlights From 2026
Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the Hire Awards of Excellence in 2026. If you and your business would be interested in sponsorship opportunities at future events, contact us.
Main Sponsor
Sunbelt Rentals
HAE Insurance Services
EHA Insurance Services
JCB Sales
Snorkel Europe
Point of Rental Software
Cleveland Group (Hire & Sales)
Makita (UK)
Hire HQ
Executive Hire Show
Instagrid UK
PSM Plant & Tool Hire Centres
LUX Technical
Allens Catering Equipment & Furniture Hire
Prefabricated Access Suppliers & Manufacturers Association (PASMA)
Hire Certification Services
HireTrain
Stallard Kane
Fantastic Media
Why Apply?
Get Recognised
So many businesses across the hire sector are doing excellent things all year round, unrecognised. The Hire Awards of Excellence are a chance to shine a spotlight on your business’ wins and successes.
Whether a successful CSR initiative, or an innovative product integration, you deserve to be showcased!
Reward your Employees
We have several awards recognising the people who drive the hire industry, from Young Apprentice to Hire Achiever, including a new category for 2026; Operations Manager of the Year!
If you think you have a member of staff who has gone above and beyond this year, why not celebrate them with an award nomination?
The Hire Awards of Excellence has taken place, and the winners are shown below. Congratulations to all participants!
Categories
Click each category to view this year’s winners!
Best Use of
Digital Media
Sponsor: Fantastic Media
Diversity &
Inclusion Initiative
Sponsor: Stallard Kane
Sustainability
& CSR Initiative
Sponsor: Instagrid UK
Hire Industry
Product
of the Year
Sponsor: Executive Hire Show
Hire Industry
Supplier
of the Year
Sponsor: PSM Plant & Tool Hire Centres
SafeHire Plant,
Tool & Equipment
Hire Company
of the Year
Turnover under £10 million
Sponsor: Snorkel Europe
SafeHire Plant,
Tool & Equipment
Hire Company
of the Year
Turnover over £10 million
Sponsor: HAE Insurance Services
SafeHire Event
Hire Company
of the Year
Turnover under £3 million
Sponsor: EHA Insurance Services
SafeHire Event
Hire Company
of the Year
Turnover over £3 million
Sponsor: EHA Insurance Services
Health & Safety
Team Champions
of the Year
Sponsor: PASMA
Health & Safety
Champion
of the Year
Sponsor: PASMA
Young
Apprentice
of the Year
Sponsor: Hire HQ
Operations
Manager of
the Year
Sponsor: Hire Certification Services
Apprentice
of the Year
Sponsor: Hire HQ
Workshop
Manager of
the Year
Sponsor: Makita (UK)
Hire Manager
of the Year
Sponsor: HireTrain
Hire Achiever
of the Year
Sponsor: Point of Rental Software
Photo Gallery 2026
A Word From The Winners
“To be recognised as Supplier of the Year for the third year running is a fantastic achievement for the whole team. It reflects the hard work, dedication, and commitment we put into supporting our customers and delivering products that meet the needs of the hire industry.”
Niftylift
Winner: Hire Industry Supplier of the Year award in 2026
“Winning this award means so much to us. It’s a reflection of the care, commitment, and high standards our team brings to everything we do.”
Kevin McGuinness, Allens Catering Equipment and Furniture Hire
Winner: SafeHire Event Hire Company of the Year Turnover Over £3million award in 2025
“This recognition is a testament to the powerful work our team has been doing to break down barriers and create a more inclusive, welcoming environment across our business. We’re proud to be playing our part in creating a more innovative, inclusive future for the industry.”
Chippindale Plant
Winner: Diversity & Inclusion Initiative award in 2025
“Huge thanks to the Hire Association Europe (HAE) and Event Hire Association (EHA) for a fantastic event, bringing together the best of our fabulous hire industry.”
HSS: The Hire Service Company
Winner: Workshop Manager of the Year and Hire Achiever of the Year awards in 2025
“This is more than just an award. It’s a reflection of our people, our clients, and our passion.”
Stuart Slaughter, Plato Catering Hire
Winner: SafeHire Event Hire Company of the Year Turnover under £3million award in 2025
“What a fantastic night at the HAE Awards. The entire evening was a resounding success, bringing together industry leaders and showcasing incredible achievements.”
Seddon Plant & Engineers
Co-sponsor (along with DeWalt) of Sustainability & CSR Initiative award in 2025
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