After months of eager anticipation, the esteemed winners of the Archies 2024 were announced during a spectacular awards ceremony and dinner held on Saturday 14th September.
This renowned event drew around 400 attendees, including UKMHA members and representatives from the broader material handling industry. They came together to celebrate the exceptional contributions made by inspiring individuals and teams over the past year.
Founded more than 30 years ago, the Archies’ enduring success serves as a testament to the industry’s innovative spirit and forward-thinking mindset. Their dedication to striving for improvement continues to enhance the environment for everyone involved in the industry.
The 2024 Archies awards winners are:
- Apprentice of Year – Sponsored by TVH: Dan Allen – Crown Lift Trucks
Highly Commended: Tom Broadhead – Linde Materials Handling - Automation Product Innovation of the Year Award- Sponsored by Philadelphia Scientific: Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks
- Dealer Member of the Year Award – Sponsored by Combilift: Rushlift Ltd
- Ergonomics of the Year Award – Sponsored by Close Brothers: Combilift
Highly commended: Hubtex UK Ltd - Lifetime Achievement Award – Sponsored by HUBTEX: Mike Barton
Highly commended: Garry Selkirk
- Manufacturer Product Innovation of the Year Award: Combilift
- Safety Product of the Year Award – Sponsored by CFTS: Baumann Sideloaders
Highly Commended: Essensium - Safe Site Award – Sponsored by Toyota Material Handling: Babcock International Group Plc ‘Devonport Royal Dockyard’
- Services to the Industry Award: Paul Mulcahy – Toyota Material Handling (UK)
- Supplier of the Year Award: WB Powersource
- Sustainability Award of the Year – Sponsored by B&B Attachments: Crown Lift Trucks
Highly commended: Hoppecke Industrial Batteries
- Training Provider of the Year Award -Sponsored by CFTS: 4KS Forklift
- Unsung Hero of the year Award -Sponsored by IMHX 2025: Mark Hoskins – HFT Forklifts Ltd
- Services to the Association Award: Tim Waples
Rob Fisher, UKMHA CEO said: “The Archies awards celebrate and acknowledge the exceptional talent and passion within our industry that propels our sector forward every day. This event allows us to highlight individuals who tirelessly demonstrate the creativity, dynamism, and innovative spirit of the material handling sector. Once more, we extend our warmest congratulations to all the winners this year.”
The fabulous evening was filled with entertainment including a fantastic after dinner party with live music, courtesy of the Kings. The compere for the evening was well-known actress, comedian and TV presenter Sally Phillips, whose natural wit and presenting style made this year’s awards ceremony an unforgettable occasion.
Andrew Woodward, UKMHA President said: “None of this would have been possible without the hard work and support of many people. On behalf of the UKMHA, I’d like to express gratitude to our sponsors, partners, volunteers and everyone who worked behind the scenes to make this event happen.”
