Logistics Services Member of the Year

Winner – Bowker Group

Bowker demonstrated exceptional alignment with the chemical logistics sector, combining strategic leadership, strong values, and industry influence with meaningful community and workforce engagement

Highly Commended – DSV Air & Sea

DSV were highly commended in this category as they impressed with a progressive and well-integrated approach to employee wellbeing and sustainability, showing innovative leadership and a clear cultural shift, but were narrowly edged out on sector-specific influence and narrative

Distributor/Manufacturer Member of the Year

Winner – Brenntag

They were chosen as winners as the judges liked their proven customer experience focus and their delivery of continuous improvement through empowering their people to make change

Highly Commended – Nordmann UK

The judges have awarded Nordmann highly commended in this category due to their demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and growth. The judges were impressed with their new Leadership Lab initiative and their ‘One Team’ ethos

Affiliate Member of the Year

Winner – Apprentice Employment Agency

The Apprentice Employment Agency were deserved winners of this award demonstrating they are not just a service provider—but a strategic force helping reshape the future of work throughout the chemical supply chain, through inclusive, high-quality apprenticeship delivery. Their entry demonstrated resilience, innovation, and leadership

Sustainability Award

Winner – DSV Air & Sea

The judges were unanimous in recognising DSV’s outstanding achievement in sustainability. Their entry provided clear and compelling evidence — backed by strong governance, transparent proof, and a culture of commitment that runs through the organisation. The carbon fee project stood out as a shining example of innovation, underpinned by long-term dedication to driving change within their supply chain

Highly Commended – Holiferm

Considering the size and resources available, the judges were particularly impressed by Holiferm’s entry and the extent to which sustainability has been embedded across its operations. Their commitment, innovative approach, and collaboration with partners to develop sustainable products made them a strong contender, earning them a Highly Commended recognition

Wellbeing Award

Winner – Azelis

The judging panel were impressed with the range of Apps and initiatives in place to support and engage staff, how easy they were to access which were accompanied by excellent and clear communications. It was good to see that policies were supporting their actions in this area and that the benefits of such initiatives were measurable. The range of supporting documents accompanying the entry were also well thought out and informative

Highly Commended – Holiferm

The judges were highly appreciative of Holiferm’s easy-to-read entry that aligned with the criteria, particularly liking the trust shown by the company in allowing staff the flexibility to manage their own hours to provide a good work-life balance. They were also impressed by Holiferm’s commitment to the next generation alongside the other excellent wellbeing initiatives in place. Holiferm’s ambition in this area could clearly be seen and the judges looked forward to seeing their future developments. Unfortunately, they were just pipped to the post by the winner

Made A Difference Award

Winner – Beverley Brooman, A-Gas Electronic Materials

Beverley exemplifies what it truly means to make a difference with her holistic approach to leadership. Beyond transforming A-Gas Electronic Materials operationally, she fundamentally changed its culture by making wellbeing and personal development central to the business. Beverley comes across as someone who has lifted others up, lifted her company up, and is determined to help lift the whole chemicals sector up, and winning the Made A Difference Award is fitting recognition of her achievements

Lifetime Achievement Award

Winner – Jill Young, DKSH UK

The judges felt that throughout Jill’s career, her ability to overcome challenges and lead with both vision and compassion, inspiring everyone around her to bring out their best make her a deserved winner of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award

Young Person Award

Winner – Robyn Taylor, DSV Air & Sea

 Although Robyn’s journey into the chemical industry was accidental (a summer job that turned into a permanent role): as a senior procurement officer at DSV, and through her regular interactions with the supply chain, she clearly understands and sees the fundamental role of the chemical industry in our societies. Her enthusiasm, passion, and willingness to share her journey with her network and beyond are contagious. The panel felt that as the recipient of CBA’s 2025 Young Person Award, Robyn will be a fantastic ambassador of the chemical industry’ across all generations.

Community Engagement Award

Winner – Tennants Distribution

Tennants’ community engagement stood out for combining both environmental and social initiatives that make a real difference locally. From regular clean-up projects with Manchester City Council and the Mersey River Trust to supporting inclusive football leagues and youth groups, the panel admired their improvement of green spaces, equality promotion, and the strengthening community connections

Highly commended – Airedale Group

Airedale Group has been highly commended for its community engagement showing real commitment to protecting the local environment and involving staff at every level. The panel admired their partnership with the Aire Rivers Trust, employees volunteered over 200 hours to help restore the River Aire, improving habitats, public spaces, and deepening community connections

Responsible Care Awards

Winner – Nordmann UK

Nordmann’s submission impressed the judges, as they showcased their dedication to the programme through every level of their operations. From cyber security systems, to emergency planning, through to school outreach through the Generation STEAM Programme, Nordmann proved their impressive culture which champions continuous improvement.

Responsible Care Awards

Winner – Airedale Group

Airedale impressed the panel with their fantastic dedication to community engagement, risk management and their operational compliance systems showcasing how they go above and beyond with health, safety and environmental performances. Their people-focused approach to continuous improvement shone through, with impressive investment in training, apprenticeships, safety reporting and digital risk tools driving improvement from all angles

Responsible Care Awards

Winner – H W Coates

Coates demonstrated their long-term commitment to Responsible Care fantastically well in their entry, and the judges were impressed by how the eight guiding principles of Responsible Care have been embedded across every part of their logistics operation. Through effective compliance monitoring and proactive approach to continuous improvement, they continue to set high standards for health, safety and environmental performances within the chemical logistics sector

The President’s Award

The ‘President’s Award’ is CBA’s highest honour. This award is not available for members to enter, and may not be awarded every year, but instead is presented to those individuals or companies, from any category, who we feel have truly made a huge and lasting impact on their company, the industry and/or their contributions outside of the workplace such as to charity, etc..

Winner – Kieran Rafferty, Rakem Group

Kieran’s guiding principles were simple but powerful: people, planet, and profit – and always in that order. As a strong advocate for British manufacturing and supply chain resilience, he invested in local production capabilities, reducing reliance on imports and supporting regional economies, not forgetting his vast charitable contributions. Rakem’s success is a model for how chemical businesses can grow responsibly, balancing commercial success with environmental stewardship and social impact and Kieran’s legacy of ‘leadership that inspires and generosity that transforms’ will continue to live on in his family and colleagues