Glitz and glamour as UKMHA presents Archies 2022

Oct 21, 2022 Warehousing Ireland Awards, Events, Materials Handling Comments Off on Glitz and glamour as UKMHA presents Archies 2022

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For its inaugural Archies event UKMHA chose the theme of Hollywood Glamour… and the delivery certainly lived up to the billing.

From the moment the capacity audience entered the VIP Lounge there was a real sense of occasion including a red-carpet walk – complete with paparazzi – a gala-style dining experience and a glittering ceremony.

For the winners of this years’ Awards for Excellence it was undoubtedly a night to remember with host Mark Durden-Smith delivering a dazzling performance ranging from the dignified to the downright hilarious.

“It was a fantastic night and we’d like to extend huge congratulations to all the winners” said Tim Waples, Chief Executive of organisers UKMHA. “As ever, it was a hard-fought contest and every entry deserves recognition for the quality of their nomination.

“Of course, an event like this wouldn’t have been possible without our main category sponsors: IBCS, Combilift, CFTS, Toyota Material Handling, F-TEC, Close Brothers, B&B Attachments, TVH and Mentor; along with our event sponsors: Hubtex, Investec, RTITB and GemOne; our supporters Calor and Transmon Engineering; and our Media Partner HSS.”

Those picking up an Archie include Bennie Equipment, Calor, FB Chain, STILL, Triathlon Battery Solutions, Hiab, Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks, Hyster, and for Safe Site, The Bury Black Pudding Company.

In celebration of rising industry stars, Apprentice of the Year went to Sam Cookson of Toyota Material Handling.

Services to the Industry was awarded to Graham Hanson in recognition of his work at Bennie Equipment.

As usual, the ultimate accolade – Lifetime Achievement – was greeted with particular warmth with the capacity audience acknowledging the huge contribution made by Ivan Groundwater of Groundwater Lift Trucks. Ivan started his working life as an engineering apprentice, and with the support of his wife Kathleen built a highly successful dealership covering a broad swathe of Scotland. Now retired from the role of MD, Ivan is still actively involved in the business focusing once again on the tools and the running of the workshop facilities.

“After a two-year hiatus it was great to be able to once again celebrate the industry in person and in such great numbers,” added Tim Waples. “I would like to say a personal thank you to everyone who attended. We’re already looking forward to next year.” 

Winners at the Archies 2022

Award Category	Winners	Sponsor
Supplier of the Year	Calor	Combilift
Dealer of the Year	Bennie Equipment   Highly Commended: Hitec	IBCS
Safe Site	The Bury Black Pudding Company	CFTS
Safety Ancillary Product	FB Chain	Toyota Material Handling
Safety Manufacturer Product	STILL	F-TEC
Innovation Ancillary Product	Triathlon Battery Solutions	UKMHA
Innovation Manufacturer Product	Hiab	Close Brothers
Environment	Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks	B&B Attachments
Ergonomics	Hyster	UKMHA
Apprentice of the Year	Sam Cookson of Toyota   Highly Commended: James Stout of Linde	TVH
Services to the Industry	Graham Hanson	Mentor
Lifetime Achievement	Ivan Groundwater	UKMHA

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