Taking place on 15–16 April 2026 at the Exhibition Centre Liverpool, the UKIFDA EXPO & Conference brings together distributors, suppliers, industry partners and innovators from across the UK and Ireland.
The awards form a central part of the two-day event, shining a spotlight on the people and businesses who go above and beyond to support customers, champion best practices, embrace new technologies and lead the industry forward.
This year’s shortlist reflects an exceptional standard of entries, demonstrating the professionalism, commitment and forward thinking approach that continues to strengthen our sector.
All category winners will be announced and presented during the event, with the Depot of the Year, Driver of the Year and Young Person of the Year awards presented at the UKIFDA Dinner on 15 April.
The 2026 awards span six categories, each celebrating a different area of achievement:
Driver of the Year – Sponsored by OAMPS Hazardous Industries:
Honouring drivers who demonstrate outstanding professionalism, safety, customer service and leadership.
Depot of the Year – Sponsored by Pen Underwriting:
Celebrating depots that excel in operational performance, safety, teamwork and customer care.
Innovation Award – Sponsored by Fuel Oil News:
Recognising organisations delivering new ideas, technologies or approaches that strengthen the sector.
Green Award – Sponsored by Oilshield:
Highlighting businesses leading the way in sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Young Person of the Year – Sponsored by Just Tankers:
Showcasing emerging talent making a significant early career impact.
Customer Service Award – Sponsored by Worldpay (now Global Payments):
Celebrating individuals who consistently deliver exceptional service, professionalism and customer support.
To view all shortlisted finalists and learn more about each award category, click here:
With the shortlist now announced, anticipation is building for the awards presentations at the UKIFDA EXPO & Conference 2026. Attendees can look forward to two days of industry insight, networking and innovation showcases, culminating in the UKIFDA Dinner, where three of the headline awards will be presented.
UKIFDA extends its congratulations to all shortlisted finalists and thanks every organisation and individual who submitted entries this year. Their dedication and achievements continue to inspire progress across our industry.
To secure your place today and be part of the industry’s annual event, click here. To book for the dinner, please contact Dawn Shakespeare at ds@ukifda.org
12th March 2026
