NNA Awards 2025

The Annual NAA Awards & Networking Dinner took place on Thursday, 18th September at Crewe Hall, Cheshire and what a winning night it was for Lancashire companies!

Design & Innovation Award - Winner
Leyland Trucks, Leyland
Leyland Trucks operates from one of Europe’s most advanced truck assembly facilities. The company, employing 1,000 people, manufactures the full range of DAF products, 40% of which is exported to European Union markets and across the world. The Company’s future development is focused on the use of leading-edge applications of information technology in all aspects of truck design, manufacture, procurement, and logistics.
Leyland Trucks is a major employer in the North West of England and actively seeks to offer support in various forms to community groups, charitable good causes, the local education sector, and other businesses.
www.leylandtrucksltd.co.uk/en-gb

Design & Innovation Award – Highly Commended
Scorpion Automotive, Chorley
Scorpion Automotive is a leading UK designer and manufacturer of vehicle security, telematics, and speed management systems. With over 50 years of industry experience, we supply innovative, British-engineered technology to OEMs, fleets, and aftermarket customers worldwide. Our in-house R&D, manufacturing, and support teams ensure rapid development and reliable delivery of custom solutions to meet evolving automotive needs.
www.scorpionauto.com

Manufacturing Excellence Award – Winner and
Company of the Year Award – Highly Commended
MGS Technical Plastics, Blackburn
MGS Technical Plastics is a UK-based injection moulding manufacturer with over 50 years of experience delivering high-quality plastic components. Serving a range of sectors including EV, automotive, construction, and defence, we provide full-service solutions from design and tooling to assembly and logistics. Operating from our advanced, I-accredited facility in Blackburn, we are known for precision, reliability, and a commitment to sustainability.
www.mgsplastics.co.uk

Manufacturing Excellence Award – Highly Commended
BCW Engineering, Burnley
Founded in 2002, BCW Engineering specialises in the build-to-print manufacture of automotive components for OEMs, including Jaguar Land Rover and Aston Martin. From a single machining unit, we have grown into a multi-unit facility operating over 80 CNC machines, incorporating mill-turn capability alongside manual and automated assembly. As part of the BCW Group, we are committed to innovation, operational excellence, and scaling towards a £50 million turnover. Our goal is to position BCW as the UK’s leading vertically integrated engineering provider.
www.bcwgroup.co.uk

Manufacturing Excellence Award – Highly Commended
Sanko Gosei UK, Skelmersdale
Sanko Gosei UK Ltd was incorporated in 1987, situated in Skelmersdale, Lancashire, and Kings Norton, Birmingham.
The UK site is structured into SET Europe - Toolmaking and Engineering, STC – Technical Coatings and Sanko Gosei UK – Injection moulding and secondary processes. The facility in Skelmersdale has 25 machines ranging from 200Tn to 3200Tn, specialising in both interior and exterior products with a ‘state of the art’ paint facility in Birmingham capable of painting bumpers.
Sanko provides a plastic injection moulding solution from R&D to production. Our technologies support co-injection (2k), high gloss finishes and lightweight solutions, including MuCell, carbon fibre, supplying to all major OEM’s.
www.sanko-gosei.co.uk

Digital Transformation Award – Highly Commended
BCW Engineering, Burnley
Founded in 2002, BCW Engineering specialises in the build-to-print manufacture of automotive components for OEMs, including Jaguar Land Rover and Aston Martin. From a single machining unit, we have grown into a multi-unit facility operating over 80 CNC machines, incorporating mill-turn capability alongside manual and automated assembly. As part of the BCW Group, we are committed to innovation, operational excellence, and scaling towards a £50 million turnover. Our goal is to position BCW as the UK’s leading vertically integrated engineering provider.
www.bcwgroup.co.uk

Apprentice / Trainee of the Year - Highly Commended
Oliver Woodcock / Technical Production Support Apprentice / Preston Technical
Preston Technical is a family-run business dedicated to providing high-quality adhesive tape solutions, primarily serving the automotive industry. Founded on strong values and a commitment to innovation, the company is known for its specialist TabTech® range, designed to improve efficiency and precision in manufacturing.
With decades of experience and a team that feels more like family, Preston Technical prides itself on building lasting relationships with customers through trust, expertise, and exceptional service. Led by Managing Director, Lee Parnell, the business continues to grow while staying true to its roots - delivering technical excellence with a personal touch.
www.prestontechnical.co.uk

Company of the Year Award – Highly Commended
MGS Technical Plastics, Blackburn

Well done to all!