The Hilton Metropole London saw award winners celebrate at the AOA Annual Awards Ceremony, the centrepiece of the Conference Dinner.

The black tie event, attended by over 200 delegates from across the industry and related businesses attracted record numbers of Managing Directors and senior level delegates, with visitors visiting sponsor and exhibitor stands prior to the ceremony itself.

The winners, decided democratically by the AOA Board, were selected for their outstanding work in their particular field.

Ed Anderson, AOA Chairman commented:
“The number and quality of entries was unprecedented, reflecting the quality of people and companies working in the airports industry. Deciding on the winners was a difficult process, with so many outstanding entries, but the award winners showed particular excellence and dedication in their field.”

The awards presented by Simon Calder, were for the following categories:

Best Business Partner Thales
Best Consultancy McConnell Evans
Best Innovator Siemens
Best Manufacturer Smiths Detection
Best Retailer World Duty Free
Best Service Provider SSP
Best Small Business AirRadio
Best Exhibition Stand Siemens

This year we have introduced additional awards for airports nominated for excellence in particular areas. These were determined by the following bodies; the British Air Transport Association (BATA), the Airport Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) and the British Business and General Aviation Association (BBGA).

Best General Aviation Airport Sywell Aerodrome
Best Business Aviation Airport London Oxford Airport
Best Airport with up to 6 Million Passengers Newcastle International Airport
Best Airport with over 6 Million Passengers Manchester Airport

AOA congratulates all its winners for their well deserved awards.

For more information please contact Rachel Dorban on 020 7340 0990 or email rdorban@aoa.org.uk racheldorban@aoa.org.uk