The Heroes Awards has officially unveiled the shortlist for its 2026 national awards programme, recognising the outstanding individuals and teams who have gone above and beyond to make a difference across the UK's highways, transport, utilities and infrastructure sectors. Now in its seventh year, the Heroes Awards has firmly established itself as the industry's premier celebration of the people whose dedication, courage, innovation and compassion often go unnoticed. From savi

The Heroes Awards has unveiled a bold new trophy for 2026, reflecting the growing prestige of an awards programme that continues to celebrate the extraordinary people making a difference across the infrastructure, highways, transport and construction sectors. Created exclusively for the 2026 ceremony by Gaudio Studios in London, the contemporary trophy has been designed to stand apart from traditional awards, combining modern craftsmanship with timeless elegance. The bespoke

Nominations for the 2026 Heroes Awards have officially closed following a record-breaking response that saw hundreds of entries submitted from across the UK. Organisers confirmed that nominations closed at 5pm after a final extension was granted in response to overwhelming demand from individuals, businesses and organisations seeking to recognise people whose actions have made a meaningful difference to others. The extension followed an unprecedented volume of nominations rec

Organisers of the 2026 Heroes Awards have announced a final extension to nominations, giving supporters until 5pm today to submit their entries. The decision follows an overwhelming response to this year's awards programme, which saw hundreds of nominations submitted before the original deadline. Organisers had initially planned to strictly enforce the closing date of 5pm on Friday, June 19, and the nominations portal was closed as scheduled. However, since the deadline passe

Time is running out to shine a spotlight on the people who make a real difference. With nominations for the 2026 Heroes Awards closing on 19 June, organisers are urging businesses, colleagues, friends and communities to submit their entries before the deadline passes. The awards celebrate individuals whose actions have gone above and beyond, whether through acts of bravery, exceptional leadership, kindness, selflessness or unwavering support for others. From helping a colleag

There are now just two weeks remaining to submit nominations for the 2026 Heroes Awards, with entries closing on 19 June. The awards recognise people who have shown outstanding bravery, kindness, leadership or selflessness, often without expecting recognition. From supporting colleagues through difficult times to stepping up in emergencies or making a lasting difference in their communities, the Heroes Awards celebrate those who go above and beyond for others. Open to nominat

There are now only two weeks remaining to submit nominations for the 2026 Heroes Awards, with entries closing on 19 June. The awards celebrate individuals who have demonstrated exceptional bravery, compassion, leadership or selflessness, often without seeking recognition for their actions. Whether supporting colleagues through difficult circumstances, stepping forward during emergencies, or making a positive difference within their communities, the awards shine a spotlight on

There are now just three weeks remaining to submit nominations for the 2026 Heroes Awards, with entries closing on 19 June. The awards recognise individuals who demonstrate outstanding bravery, compassion, leadership and selflessness, often without expecting recognition for their actions. From supporting colleagues during difficult circumstances to stepping forward in emergencies or helping others within their communities, the awards celebrate people who consistently go beyon

There is now just one month remaining to submit nominations for the 2026 Heroes Awards, with entries officially closing on 19 June. The awards recognise individuals who have shown exceptional bravery, kindness and commitment, often without seeking recognition for their actions. From helping members of the public in dangerous situations to supporting colleagues through challenging circumstances, the awards celebrate people who consistently go above and beyond. Open to nominati

This year’s Heroes Awards will include a poignant tribute, as the prestigious “Knight of the Road” award is officially being renamed in honour of highways operative John Shelton, who tragically lost his life while working on the network last year. The ceremony, taking place on 30th November 2026 at the London Hilton on Park Lane, will bring together industry professionals from across the highways and transportation sector to recognise acts of courage, dedication and selflessn

This year’s Heroes Awards are already gathering serious momentum, with over 100 nominations submitted in record time—and organisers are urging the industry not to slow down, with entries still open until 19 June. The early surge highlights the strength, dedication and innovation across the highways and transportation sector, with individuals and teams being recognised for the vital role they play in keeping the network moving and communities safe. Reaching the 100-nomination

There are now just two months left to submit nominations for the 2026 Heroes Awards, with entries closing in June. The awards shine a spotlight on individuals who have demonstrated outstanding courage, compassion, and dedication—often without recognition. Whether it’s saving someone from danger, guiding a member of the public to safety, or supporting a colleague facing abuse or difficult circumstances, the awards celebrate those who go above and beyond in their roles. Open to

The full panel of judges has been confirmed for the 2026 Heroes Awards, as the industry prepares to celebrate the outstanding individuals working across the UK’s transport and infrastructure networks. This year’s event will take place on the 30th November 2026 at the London Hilton on Park Lanebringing together leaders from across the sector for an evening dedicated to recognising those who go above and beyond in their roles. Widely regarded as one of the industry’s most prest

The Heroes Awards has confirmed that Blakedale will continue its support as a Gold Sponsor for a third consecutive year, further strengthening its commitment to celebrating excellence across the sector. Blakedale, a leading UK manufacturer of street furniture and traffic management solutions, is well known for its work supporting safer and more efficient highways infrastructure. The company supplies a wide range of products including signs, bollards, and pedestrian safety sol

Every day across the transportation sector, thousands of individuals quietly go above and beyond to keep people moving safely. From highways teams and traffic officers to engineers, incident responders and frontline operatives, these professionals rarely seek recognition for the vital work they do. Yet their commitment, dedication and bravery underpin the resilience of the entire transport network. The Heroes Awards 2026 exists to shine a spotlight on these remarkable individ

The Heroes Awards are proud to announce that Ramudden Global will sponsor a brand new accolade for 2026 – the Community Champion Award. Ramudden Global is a leading international provider of temporary traffic management and safety solutions, supporting safer working environments across road and infrastructure projects. With operations across Europe and a strong commitment to protecting both road users and workers, the organisation plays a vital role in improving safety standa

A new printable poster campaign has been launched to encourage nominations for the Heroes Awards 2026, with teams across depots and offices asked to display the materials prominently to raise awareness. The poster, which features a QR code linking directly to the online nomination page, has been distributed to workplaces with a request for it to be printed and placed in visible, high-traffic areas such as noticeboards, break rooms, entrances and welfare spaces. Organisers say

The Heroes Awards are delighted to announce a brand new accolade for 2026 – the Community Champion Award. This award recognises individuals who quietly make a meaningful difference in their communities, celebrating those whose dedication goes beyond their day-to-day roles, demonstrating commitment, compassion, and courage to address the issues that truly matter. Unlike awards for high-profile achievements, the Community Champion Award honours steady, consistent efforts that o

BUKO Traffic & Safety (BUKO), one of the UK’s leading providers of traffic management across the highways and civil engineering sectors, has been confirmed as a Gold Sponsor for this year’s Heroes Awards, marking the company’s first time supporting the ceremony at this level. The Heroes Awards celebrate individuals and teams whose exceptional actions have made a meaningful impact on their colleagues, communities, and workplaces. From acts of bravery to initiatives that enhanc

The Heroes Awards are delighted to announce that Sir Robert McAlpine has committed to sponsoring the new Heroes Awards Rising Star of the Year Award at this year’s ceremony. The Rising Star of the Year accolade will recognise an individual at the very start of their career who has already made a significant impact within the sector, or who has overcome adversity to forge a promising career path. The award is expected to be one of the highlights of the ceremony. Despite still