The CIA Chemical Industry Awards, Leeds
On Thursday, 19th June 2025, industry leaders from across the United Kingdom gathered at the Queens Hotel in Leeds to celebrate the very best of the UK’s chemical and pharmaceutical businesses at the Chemical Industries Association’s (CIA) Chemical Industry Awards. This year’s ceremony held particular significance as it marked the CIA’s 60th anniversary.
For six decades, the CIA has represented, advised and supported the UK’s chemical industry, championing its role in driving economic growth, innovation and national resilience. This year’s celebration not only highlighted the extraordinary achievements of today’s businesses and professionals but also reflected on the enduring legacy of an industry that has continued to adapt, evolve and excel for over 150 years.
The 2025 ceremony saw a record number of entries and a sold-out evening, demonstrating the depth of talent across the country. It was also a fitting moment to honour every individual working in and for the industry playing a crucial role in maintaining what is often called the “industry of industries.”
Thank you to every company and employee who has entered for our awards, to all of our sponsors and to our judges for giving your time and your commitment. This event would not have been possible without you. We also congratulate the year 10 students at Bridgewater High School, Warrington, who have once again designed our Award trophies, sponsored by Solvay.
Sponsored by the CIA, this award is for the most outstanding CIA member company that has demonstrated growth of its business and a sustained contribution to the UK economy. This is the pinnacle Award of the year and entering companies will also need to have demonstrated excellence in at least two areas as exemplified by the other Awards.
Sponsored by the CIA, this Award will be given to an individual who has made a significant contribution to the industry over a number of years. The person may not necessarily be in a senior position but will be recognised for their dedication to the industry, contribution outside ‘the day job’ and held in esteem by peers.
Sponsored by the Salters’ Company, this Award is to recognise an outstanding young person demonstrating communication skills and leadership associated with the chemical industry and contributing to its success.
Sponsored by SLR, this award is to recognise the contribution of Service Providers make to the success of the UK chemical industry. The award recognises innovation and outstanding delivery of services for example, engineering, IT, legal, training to the chemical or pharmaceutical sectors.
Sponsored by GrainLNG, this award is to recognise the company or site that has presented the best workplace health initiative highlighting a commitment to protecting its workforce and promoting safe, sustainable practices.
Sponsored by AXIOM, this Award is for the company or site that can demonstrate Excellence in Process Safety Leadership which has directly led to enhanced process safety performance.
Sponsored by Cogent Skills, this award is to recognise the employer who has done the most to contribute to the acquisition of skills by the company’s workforce through an active skills development work programme.
Sponsored by Hynamics, this Award is to recognise the company or individual operating unit that can demonstrate world-class manufacturing performance or the most successful improvement to its manufacturing performance.
Sponsored by INEOS Inovyn, this Award is for the site which has excelled at delivering the CIA Responsible Care Guiding Principles by demonstrating leadership, Innovation and Continuous Improvement.
Sponsored by Dow, this award is for the company or operating unit that can best demonstrate that it embraces the principles of diversity and inclusivity in all aspects of its business.
Sponsored by GSK, this award is for the company or operating unit which can provide the most successful examples of innovation – turning ideas into money – in an area of its business that helps solve today’s societal challenges.
Sponsored by On-Site Energy, this Award is for the company or operating unit that can demonstarte excellence in sustainability, through its policies, products, manufacturing processes and supply chain.