27 November 2025
Blackpool Tower Ballroom, Blackpool
Get ready, Get set, Go!
CBA’s Chemmie Awards 2025
are now OPEN for entries!
Already becoming a firm favourite in the calendar, we are pleased to announce that entries for our 2025 Chemmie Awards are now open. Which one will you take home?
Details of each award available and how to enter can be found in the accordions below.
The awards will be presented on the 27th November 2025 at our Awards Party at the world famous and iconic Tower Ballroom in Blackpool. With great live music and a few surprises in store, why not join us for a night to remember… You could even use it as an excuse for an early office Christmas Party…! So don’t miss out, it will be FAB-U-LOUS!
Details of how to book your seats for the night will be available soon
Take a look at the sponsorship opportunities opposite or contact Karen Harvey at awards@chemical.org.uk for more details
So, get your thinking caps on and get entering! Entries close on the 10th September 2025
Below is a video with highlights from last year’s event.
Distributor/Manufacturer Member of the Year
Distributor/Manufacturer Member of the Year
As the voice of the chemical supply chain, CBA is looking to recognise our Distributor/ Manufacturer Members who have demonstrated industry leadership, innovation and excellence. It doesn’t matter what size of company you represent, what matters is that you can demonstrate how far you have come.
This might relate to a specific initiative or project in employment and training,
environment, customer care, technology, operational efficiency, innovation, health and safety or something completely different, working either independently or as part of a partnership. Whatever you choose, it will be something that has generated exceptional results, impact and is truly class leading.
For full details and the entry form click below
Entry criteria
Entry Form
Logistics Company of the Year
Logistics Company of the Year
As the voice of the chemical supply chain, CBA is looking to recognise our Logistics Services Members who have demonstrated industry leadership, innovation and excellence. It doesn’t matter what size of company you represent, what matters is that you can demonstrate how far you have come.
This might relate to a specific initiative or project in employment and training,
environment, customer care, technology, operational efficiency, innovation, health and safety or something completely different, working either independently or as part of a partnership. Whatever you choose, it will be something that has generated exceptional results, impact and is truly class leading.
For full details and the entry form click below
Entry criteria
Entry Form
What does winning the award mean to our members? Hear from last years winners Grace Overseas:
Affiliate Member of the Year
Affiliate Member of the Year
As the voice of the chemical supply chain, CBA is looking to recognise our Affiliate Members who have demonstrated industry leadership, innovation and excellence. It doesn’t matter what size of company you represent, what matters is that you can demonstrate how far you have come.
This might relate to a specific initiative or project in employment and training,
environment, customer care, technology, operational efficiency, innovation, health and safety or something completely different, working either independently or as part of a partnership. Whatever you choose, it will be something that has generated exceptional results, impact and is truly class leading.
For full details and the entry form click below
Entry criteria
Entry Form
What does winning the award mean to our members? Hear from last years winners Tiro Training:
Sustainability Award
Sustainability Award
This award looks to celebrate Member companies displaying exceptional efforts in their sustainability agenda. It doesn’t matter what size or kind of company you represent, what matters is that your initiatives are making a real impact.
It’s more than just acknowledging excellent sustainability strategies, this Sustainability Award will recognise those that are truly having an impact on business, society and the environment.
For full details and the entry form click below
Entry criteria
Entry Form
What does winning the award mean to our members? Hear from last years winners Grolman:
Wellbeing Award
Wellbeing Award
The Wellbeing Award will recognise, acknowledge and reward member companies that can demonstrate their commitment to the health and wellbeing of all their staff. It will focus on activities and practices that care for and protect employees both in and outside of the workplace; enhancing the work environment for staff at all levels; recognising employees as valued contributors to the organisation.For full details and the entry form click below
Entry criteria
Entry Form
What does winning the award mean to our members? Hear from last years winners DSV:
Made A Difference Award
Made A Difference Award
Do you know someone who has really ‘Made a Difference’? Someone who has gone above and beyond the call of duty? This Award will recognise those individuals who have made a difference by going the extra mile in their everyday work or personal life.
This could be an unpaid carer, someone who’s community work, generosity or kindness goes unrecognised, maybe it’s the organiser of a one-off event that has a huge impact on the community or someone in the company who has made a major impact to your business or has just been quietly contributing behind the scenes.
For full details and the entry form click below
Entry criteria
Entry Form
What does winning the award mean to our members? Hear from last years winner Brian Taylor of Grace Overseas:
Lifetime Achievement Award
Lifetime Achievement Award
Do you have someone in your organisation who has been active within your company or the wider chemical supply chain community for 20 years or more who is an unsung hero working quietly in the background but is an integral lynchpin of the business? Maybe they have inspired and helped others achieve success?
This award aims to recognise their contributions over their whole career, rather than or in addition to a single contribution. They should have given outstanding service, demonstrated high quality and sustained commitment to your company and/or the wider chemical supply chain and best represents achievement and longevity.
For full details and the entry form click below
Entry criteria
Entry Form
What does winning the award mean to our members? Hear from last years winner Sarah Taylor of Grace Overseas:
Young Person Award
Young Person Award
We are passionate about encouraging and inspiring young people within the chemical supply chain and are looking for the young superstars of tomorrow that have already significantly contributed to and enhanced your business in any area. We are looking to recognise excellence within our industry and celebrating our extraordinary young people, the industry’s future leaders, is a great start.
The award is open to any person under 30 years of age on the 30th June 2025, who is employed by a member of the Chemical Business Association and is nominated by their Line Manager or Director.
For full details and the entry form click below
Entry criteria
Entry Form
What does winning the award mean to our members? Hear from last years winner Erin Scott of Brenntag:
Community Engagement Award
Community Engagement Award
In a world where the chemical supply chain is often seen unfavourably by residents living in and around the organisation’s location, this award aims to recognise member companies who can demonstrate varying qualities and commitment to their communities. This may be through a community partnership programme or funding scheme and can be based on any theme including: social, health/wellbeing, educational, sustainable or environmental. Projects can be focused locally, nationally or globally but should demonstrate a significant impact to that community.
For full details and the entry form click below
Entry criteria
Entry Form
What does winning the award mean to our members? Hear from last years winners Airedale Group:
Responsible Care Awards
Responsible Care Awards
CBA’s Responsible Care Awards are presented annually to recognise the achievements of CBA member companies and their progress in Responsible Care. The Responsible Care Awards have always been held in high regard and provide an opportunity for member companies to demonstrate publicly their commitment to Responsible Care and raise their profile within the industry. There are three categories of Responsible Care Awards available for entry;
– Responsible Care Award for Logistics Services Members
– Responsible Care Award for Distributor Members (Office Only)
– Responsible Care Award for Distributor Members (with Operational Sites)
For full details click below
Entry Guidance
Entry criteria
What does winning the award mean to our members? Hear from last years winners…
Responsible Care Award for Logistics Services Members – DSV:
Responsible Care for Distributors (With Sites) – Tennants Distribution
Responsible Care for Distributors (Office Only) – Alfa Chemicals:
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