Partner of the Year Award 2026

Celebrating Strategic Partners

Award Overview

This award recognises an individual or organisation who has made a long-term, sustainable, and positive impact on the automotive sector through their hard work and leadership. Their contribution is characterised by professionalism, high integrity, and dedication. This individual or organisation has faced numerous challenges in an ever-evolving industry, but they have adapted, embraced change, and uncovered new opportunities to drive the sector forward.

Nominations close at the end of November.

Nomination Criteria

Lasting Impact: How has the individual or organisation made a lasting impact on the automotive industry, whether through innovative approaches, leadership, or other means?

Career Opportunities for Youth: Have they worked to increase career opportunities for young people, thereby supporting the next generation of automotive professionals?

Technical and Professional Innovation: How have they demonstrated innovation in technical and professional practices within their organisation or the wider sector?

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Have they actively promoted diversity and inclusion within their organisation or the broader automotive sector? What actions or initiatives have they implemented in this regard?

Sector Perception: How has their work positively impacted how their organisation or the automotive sector is perceived by the public or within the industry?

Community Spirit: Have they contributed to fostering a sense of community within the automotive industry, supporting collaboration and unity? 

Make your nomination below:

 

Nominee Details

Nominee Pronouns
Nominee Address
Nominee Telephone Number

Nominator Details

Nominator Pronouns
Nominator Address
Nominator Telephone Number

Submission

Please enter a minimum of 600 characters.

Please include any additional documents or evidence that support your nomination.
Events

Partner of the Year 2025 winner

Take a look at our Partner of the Year 2025 winner, Autotech Group.

Read Autotech Group's story
Events

International Partner of the Year Award

The International Partner of the Year Award celebrates global partners who deliver exceptional results and have made a significant positive impact on the international auto skills agenda. This award honours the collaborative efforts between the IMI and its international strategic partners, business partners, or IMI Centres, who work together towards common goals, share the same values, and contribute to the global vision and mission for the future of the automotive industry.

Read more