Building on the success of 2009’s inaugural awards, last night’s event showcased the North West’s world-class chemical companies at a prestigious black-tie dinner at The Midland Hotel, Manchester.
In total, 24 North West companies were shortlisted for nine categories from scores of entries.
Three individuals were also shortlisted for the new Young Achiever in the North West Chemical Sector category, with Paul Staniland of Widnes-based Croda Europe, taking the eventual accolade both for his scientific achievements and his role as a lead ambassador for Croda’s community projects.
CNW chief executive Jenny Clucas on stage with all nine winners: Paul Goddard, CoEBio3, Tricia, Francis, UKTi, Andrew Ritchie, Total Petrochemicals, Paul Staniland, Croda (Widnes), Jennifer Hart Croda (Widnes), Simon Wilkinson, Axion Polymers, David Oldham, Innovia Films, Tony Shannon, R S Clare, Chris Goddard, Springfields
Chemicals Northwest CEO, Jenny Clucas, explained that the Awards aim to highlight the superb work of local companies that ensures the region remains the largest chemical producing area in the country. “Again, companies have proven that they are still investing in skills, innovation and sustainable development in order to improve their businesses and that they have not dropped corporate social responsibility activities from their agendas.
A full list of categories and winners:
Innovation, Product or Process,
Croda Europe Ltd, Widnes
Sustainable Manufacturing,
Springfield Fuels, Preston
Environmental Technology for the Chemical Industry,
Axion Polymers, Salford
Investor in Training,
Total Petrochemicals Ltd, Stalybridge
Corporate Social Responsibility,
Innovia Films Ltd, Cumbria
International Trade,
Evans Vanodine, Preston
Service Provider,
CoEBio3, Manchester
Young Achiever in the NW Chemical Sector,
Paul Staniland from Croda Europe, Widnes
Chemicals Northwest Company of the Year,
RS Clare & Company Ltd, Liverpool
For more information about Chemicals Northwest, please visit: www.chemicalsnorthwest.org.uk