The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has opened entries for the 2026 UKWA Awards for Excellence, marking the 25th anniversary of the industry’s most respected accolades. For a quarter of a century, these Awards have recognised the individuals and organisations whose achievements set the standard for professionalism, innovation and leadership across the UK’s warehousing and logistics sector.
Warehousing plays a critical role in the national economy, underpinning supply chains, enabling trade and supporting every major industry. As the sector continues to evolve, driven by technological advancement, sustainability imperatives and rising customer expectations, the need to highlight and celebrate excellence has never been greater.
The UKWA Awards serve as a benchmark for quality, showcasing those who demonstrate outstanding performance and contribute meaningfully to the sector’s progress.
To mark this Silver Anniversary year, UKWA has refreshed its Award categories to reflect the breadth and dynamism of modern warehousing, from workforce development and inclusive employment to sustainability, fulfilment and advanced warehouse solutions.
UKWA CEO Clare Bottle comments:
“The UKWA Awards for Excellence shine a spotlight on innovation, leadership, sustainability and service across our industry. They are widely regarded as the highest recognition in UK warehousing, celebrating those who consistently raise the bar. With entries now open, we look forward to putting the spotlight on the outstanding performers and rising stars who will shape the future of our sector.”
2026 Award Categories
- Award for Excellence in Workforce Wellbeing
- Award for Excellence in Inclusive Employment
- Rising Star of the Year
- Warehouse Leader of the Year
- Award for Excellence in Co Packing & Fulfilment
- Award for Excellence in Warehouse Solutions
- Award for Excellence in Sustainability
- Award for Excellence in Customer Partnership
- UKWA Warehouse Developer of the Year
- UKWA SME Logistics Provider of the Year
- UKWA Large Logistics Provider of the Year
The Chair of the UKWA Management Board will also recognise an individual whose contribution to the sector has been truly outstanding through the presentation of the highly coveted Chairman’s Award.
Full details of the categories and entry criteria are available here - https://ukwarehousing.org/Awards2026
Entries close on 27 March 2026 and winners will be announced on 15 July at the Royal Lancaster London.
