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04 2022 Awards T here was a record number of entries in individual categories for the much- anticipated return of the Hire Association Europe Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) Hire Awards of Excellence 2022, held on Saturday May 7th at Grosvenor House, London. The awards, supported by a number of valued sponsors, provided a platform to once again celebrate in person the outstanding achievements of hire and supply companies across the UK’s plant, tool, equipment and event hire industries. After the huge challenges posed by the COVID pandemic, the occasion provided a united front for members coping with rising energy costs, supply chain difficulties and staff shortages. With entertainment provided by the razor-sharp wit of host, stand- up comedian and writer Jo Caufield of Mock the Week and Have I Got News for You, recognition was given to individuals and businesses that have consistently stood out from the crowd by achieving some of the highest standards in the industry. Two of the most sought-after accolades within the plant, tool, equipment and event hire sectors are Young Apprentice of the Year which went to Louis Derome of Speedy Services, while Ryan Boden of Sunbelt Rentals was named Apprentice of the Year. Steven Jones of MHM Group carried off both the Workshop Manager and Hire Achiever of the Year titles, and said: “After many wonderful years working in the industry I’ve met some inspiring people and made some lifelong friends who keep me motivated to continue to learn and grow.” Travis Perkins Tool Hire won the first-ever Diversity & Inclusion Initiative award, while Point of Rental Software was presented with the Hire Industry Supplier of the Year award. RESILIENCE OF SECTOR APPLAUDED HAE EHA’s CEO Paul Gaze said: “It has been incredibly challenging for many within our sector. But the one thing we all know about hire and rental is its resilience. Our sponsors have played a major part in making the Hire Awards such a huge success. There has been a Individual categories achievement takes centre stage as live event returns. HIRE AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE 2022