NEAA Annual Awards 2025

Event Date:

March 27, 2025

Event Time:

6:30 pm

Event Location:

Ramside Hall Hotel

Elevate your business and inspire the next generation.

 

Mark your calendar as the NEAA Annual Awards will return on Thursday 27th March 2025 for a night of recognition and inspiration.

Held at Ramside Hall Hotel in Durham, this prestigious event celebrates the achievements of leading companies and individuals in the automotive sector and is expected to welcome more than 300 guests.

This year’s awards ceremony will recognise the unwavering resilience and commitment of the automotive sector to actively champion career opportunities, boost sector attractiveness and pave the way for a flourishing automotive workforce.

The NEAA is honoured to welcome back celebrated national journalist and skills campaigner, Charlie Charlton, as the host for the 2025 event.

With the generous support of sponsors and partners, the NEAA Annual Awards have made significant contributions to STEM education and future talent, raising over £76,000 since 2018 to nurture the next generation of automotive professionals.

Book your place at the 2025 Awards Dinner

Members Individual: £130 +VAT  I  Table of 10: £1,300 +VAT
Non-Members Individual: £200 +VAT  I  Table of 10: £2,000 +VAT

Bookings can be made online below…

The 2025 shortlist:

Geoff Ford MBE Apprentice Award (sponsored by Gateshead College)
• Ethan Constable, Unipres UK • Eve Kennedy, Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK • Abbiemay Wilkinson, Marelli

Graduate Award (sponsored by Jabil)
• Chris Fitzpatrick, Faltec Europe • Liam Wilson, Marelli • Kiera Yilmaz, Magna Exteriors Sunderland

Women Who Inspire in Automotive Award (sponsored by Marelli)
• Claire Jones, Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK • Antonia-Lee Walker, ElringKlinger GB Ltd • Marion Milsom, Springfield NE

Innovation Award (sponsored by Newcastle University)
• Large/Multi-National: Jabil, MADE NE, Port of Tyne • SME: IPS Newcastle, Preston Technical, Springfield NE Ltd

Digital Transformation Award (sponsored by Hitachi Digital Services)
• Jabil, Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK, Port of Tyne

Environmental and Sustainability Award (sponsored by Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK)
• Large/Multi-National: Marelli, Port of Tyne • SME: SMS Technology, Sustainable Business Services

Employer of the Year Award (sponsored by Education Partnership North East)
• AESC UK, Magna Exteriors Sunderland, Marelli

SME of the Year Award (sponsored by North East Institute of Technology)
• AR Power, SMS Technology, Springfield NE Ltd

Outstanding Contribution Award (sponsored by Sunderland City Council)
• Announced on the evening

Book your place at the 2025 Awards Dinner

Members Individual: £130 +VAT  I  Table of 10: £1,300 +VAT
Non-Members Individual: £200 +VAT  I  Table of 10: £2,000 +VAT

Bookings can be made online below…

Event Timelines

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Programme

18:15    Arrival | Drinks Reception19:15    Formal Proceedings hosted by Charlie Charlton19:20    Welcome Speeches19:40    Keynote Address 20:00    Dinner21:30    Geoff Ford MBE Apprentice Award21:40    Graduate Award21:50    Women Who Inspire in Automotive Award22:00    Innovation, Digital Transformation & Environmental and Sustainability Awards22:15    Employer of the Year & SME of the Year Awards22:30    Outstanding Contribution Award22.40    Closing Remarks23.30    Carriages

Event FAQs
Menu

Drinks Reception
Sparkling Wine, Bottled Lager or Fresh Orange Juice

Starter
Salmon and Smoked Haddock Fish Cake, Peas and Leeks, Warm Tartare Sauce

Vegetarian Starter
Potato Gnocchi and Pomadora Sauce, Sun Blushed Tomatoes, Basil, and Buffalo Mozzarella

Main
Roast Corn Fed Chicken Breast stuffed with Black Truffle Duxelle, Creamy Gratin Potatoes, Roasted Root Vegetables, and Fine Beans (GF)

Vegetarian/ Vegan Main
Falafel Skewers, Rice, and Sticky Tomato Chutney (GF)

Dessert
Chocolate Brownie, Salted Caramel Sauce

Tea, Coffee, Beer and Wine for the table.

Please inform us of any dietary requirements in advance. Those organising your place should have submitted any requirements for you. They must be submitted to jbell@northeastautomotivealliance.com by Friday 14th March 2025.

Dress Code

Black Tie and Formal Evening Wear, are not enforced, although recommended. Smart Evening Wear otherwise.

Event Location
Organized By:
NEAA
Total Seats
230
Event Schedule Details
  • March 27, 2025

    6:30 pm -11:30 pm

Event Location

Ramside Hall Hotel, Carrville, Durham, DH1 1TD

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