The winners have been announced!
Thank you for all those who attended the IMI Annual Dinner and Awards evening. It was a fantastic night where we celebrated automotive excellence and honoured the businesses and individuals who make a difference.
And we’re excited to share that the Automotive 30% Club’s Inspiring Automotive Women LinkedIn Campaign is now officially live, with the winning women being recognised at the IMI Annual Dinner & Awards in March 2026, at a private reception.
Explore the Annual Dinner and Award 2025 winners...
Apprentice of the Year Award
This award recognises apprentices who are making a significant contribution in their workplace and are excelling in learning.
Learner of the Year Award
This award celebrates learners by highlighting their exceptional achievements and dedication to professional development and learning.
Partner of the Year Award
The Partner of the Year Award recognises partners who deliver outstanding results and have made a significant positive impact.
International Partner of the Year Award
This award celebrates global partners who deliver exceptional results and have made a significant impact on the international auto skills agenda.
Contribution to the Work of the IMI Award
The Contribution to the Work of the IMI award recognises individuals or businesses who serve as outstanding ambassadors and support the IMI’s vision and mission.
Championing Diversity in Automotive Award
This award recognises an individual or organisation who have made a significant contribution to championing diversity in the automotive community.
The President’s Award: Outstanding Contribution to the Motor Industry
This award recognises an individual or business who has made a long-term, positive impact through hard work and/or leadership.
The Sue Brownson Award 2025
In honour of the late Sue Brownson OBE, a former IMI President who made an extraordinary contribution to the automotive industry, this award recognises outstanding individuals who positively impact the sector.
Automotive 30% Club: Inspiring Automotive Woman Award
Explore the winners of the Automotive 30% Club Inspiring Automotive Woman Award, ahead of the overall winner being announced during the IMI Awards Ceremony.
IMI Bursary Winners
The IMI offers an annual bursary to a member of the IMI community who has faced personal or financial challenges and who has a passion for automotive to be able to access learning, tools or resources.
FMI Bursary Winner
The Fellowship of the Motor Industry awards an annual bursary to an individual who has demonstrated remarkable dedication to their automotive career in the face of personal challenge or adversity.
Take a look at some of our photos from the IMI Annual Dinner and Awards 2025
View all our photos from the night here.
With thanks to our IMI Annual Dinner and Award 2025 sponsors...
LKQ Euro Car Parts
Headline Sponsor
Autotech Group
Award Sponsor
Belron
Award Sponsor
Delphi
Award Sponsor
Northgate
Award Sponsor
Snap-on
Award Sponsor
Toyota
Award Sponsor
Comma
Silver Sponsor
Boswell Aftermarket
Supporting Partner