The deadline is fast approaching to nominate you or your company for a top honour at the 2023 AFBE-UK Diversity and Inclusion Gala and Awards.  

Entries are open to all individuals and UK-registered companies within the engineering and energy sectors. The closing date for nominations is Friday, June 30 (2023).  

The AFBE-UK Awards aim to celebrate the growing diversity of engineering landscape and recognise the exceptional contribution that companies and individuals make to the industry.  

The categories available for nominations include:  

• STEM Champion of the Year – sponsored by Wood plc
• Young BME professional of the Year – sponsored by Leonardo
• Mentor of the Year – sponsored by the Royal Academy of Engineering
• BME Leader of the Year – sponsored by the Royal Air Force
• Company of the Year – sponsored by SSE

There is also a Special Appreciation award which will be announced on the night.  

The finalists will be announced in September and the award winners will be revealed at the AFBE-UK event which takes place on Thursday, November 23 [2023] at the P&J Live, Aberdeen.  

Mo Oyetunji, chair of AFBE-UK Awards Committee, said: 
“The AFBE-UK Gala and Awards is not only an evening of celebration, but also a platform that amplifies success stories, inspires others and fosters a spirit of excellence within the UK. 

“The deadline for nominations is rapidly approaching, so don't delay. Submit your nominations today to recognise the exceptional individuals and organisations that are driving progress and shaping the future.”  

The principal sponsor of the diversity and inclusions awards is bp and the platinum sponsor is the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 team. Other sponsors include Wood plc; The Royal Air Force (RAF); Royal Academy of Engineering; Harbour Energy; Shell; Serica Energy; Leonardo; Petrofac; SSE; RS; Spirit Energy; ARUP; Kellas Midstream; WSP; EnQuest and the Institute of Engineering and Technology.  

Tickets for the event are still available and start at £90 for AFBE-UK student members, £120 for professional members and £150 for non-members.  

There are a number of sponsorship opportunities remaining for the AFBE-UK Gala and Awards event. 

For more information and to purchase tickets or nominate an individual for an award, click here.

KeyFacts Energy Industry Directory: AFBE UK