Recognising Excellence in ECA’s 125th Year
ECA (Electrotechnical Contractors’ Association) has officially opened entries for the 2026 Industry Awards. These awards give Members an unmissable opportunity to shine a spotlight on their achievements, ambition, and innovation showcasing the electrotechnical and engineering services sector at its best.
This year sees the debut of the Excellence in Innovation & Technology Award, celebrating the trailblazing ECA Members transforming UK industry through forward-thinking solutions and cutting-edge technologies.
Members can also enter a strong suite of other categories:
- ECA Large Contractor of the Year Award – over £45 million
- ECA Contractor of the Year Award – up to £45 million
- ECA Contractor of the Year Award – up to £15 million
- ECA Contractor of the Year Award – up to £5 million
- ECA Contractor of the Year Award – up to £1 million
- Best Client/Supply Chain Collaboration Award
- Best Fire or Security Project Award
- Best New Business Award (up to 3 full years trading history)
- Excellence in Training & Skills Award
Helen Atkinson, Director of Member Services at ECA and awards adjudicator, said:
“It’s a monumental year for ECA as it celebrates 125 years of progress in enhancing and supporting the electrotechnical and engineering services sector.
“The ECA Industry Awards exist to shine a spotlight on those delivering real impact and who embrace the technological change the UK needs to achieve its future electrification aims.”
Entries will be reviewed by an independent panel of industry experts who will select winners and highly commended runners-up, with celebrations culminating at the ECA Industry Awards Dinner taking place at the Hilton London Bankside on Friday 9 October 2026.
Gary Parker, ECA’s Head of Technical Standards and Head Judge of the awards, also features in a new video offering insight into what the judges want to see.
Entries are open until 5 June 2026 and can be submitted on the ECA Industry Awards webpage of the ECA website – a not to be missed opportunity to be part of this milestone year.
Last updated 30 March 26
