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, including future leaders, growing SMEs, and internationally recognised organisations.

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, where more than 300 guests are expected to attend.

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.

The NEAA invites all members to participate in the 2025 awards. By submitting an entry, your company can enhance its reputation, motivate employees, attract top talent, and expand its customer base.

The awards application is a simple way to highlight your achievements. Don’t miss this opportunity to recognise your business and employee success!

 

Download NEAA Annual Award 2025 Applications

Sponsored by Gateshead College
Geoff Ford MBE Apprentice Award
Sponsored by
Graduate Award
Sponsored by Newcastle University
Innovation Award
Sponsored by Hitachi Digital Services
Digital Transformation Award
Sponsored by Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK
Environmental and Sustainability Award
Sponsored by Marelli
NEW! Women Who Inspire in Automotive Award
Sponsored by North East Institute of Technology
SME of the Year Award
Sponsored by Education Partnership North East (NEIoT)
Employer of the Year Award
Awards FAQs
Download the FAQ
Sponsored by Sunderland City Council
Outstanding Contribution Award

All entries are to be submitted by close of business on Friday 7th February 2025. You can also download a full application pack here or this can be requested by contacting Laura Gage at lgage@northeastautomotivealliance.com


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…

Register Now:

Ticket type: Ticket Qty: Per Ticket Price:
Member Individual
£130.00
Member Table of 10
£1,300.00
Non-Member Individual
£200.00
Non-Member Table of 10
£2,000.00
Quantity: Total

Event FAQs

What do I get with my ticket?

Reception drink


Three course meal


Tea and Coffee


Wine for the table

Menu

Menu


Drinks Reception Sparkling Wine or Fresh Orange Juice


Starter TBC


Vegetarian Starter TBC


Main TBC


Vegetarian/ Vegan Main TBC


Dessert TBC


Tea & Coffee 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.


Awards Dinner Programme

18:30    Arrival | Drinks Reception


19:30    Formal Proceedings hosted by Charlie Charlton


19:35    Main Sponsor Welcome


19:45    Keynote from NEAA Chairman


20:00    Geoff Ford MBE Apprentice Award & Graduate Award


20:20    Dinner


21:50    Innovation, Digital Transformation & Environmental and Sustainability Awards


22:20    Employer of the Year & SME of the Year Awards


22:40    Outstanding Contribution Award and Speech


22.50    NEAA Closing Remarks – Paul Butler, CEO, NEAA


23.00    Networking


23.30    Carriages

Dress Code

Black Tie and Formal Evening Wear

Other Questions

Drinks and Bar Service


A card-only at-seat bar service will be available on the evening. Any pre-ordered drinks must be arranged directly with the venue.


B&B Rate


20% discount on B&B and R/O rates. Guests need to quote NEAA Awards to obtain this over the phone with the hotel reservations team on 0191 386 5282.


Questions


Any queries can be directed to Laura Gage at lgage@northeastautomotivealliance.com  

Event Location:

Total Seats: 230

By: NEAA

  • Ramside Hall Hotel
  • Carrville
  • Durham
  • DH1 1TD

Event Schedule Details

  • March 27, 2025 6:30 pm   -   11:30 pm
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