Shortlist revealed for 2024 Humber Renewables Awards

Finalists in the Humber Renewables Awards 2024 are today revealed. Judges have assessed nominations, forming the shortlist of businesses, organisations and individuals vying for the honours.

They will be presented at the gala dinner event, once again the finale to the Offshore Wind Connections conference and exhibition, in Hull, on May 2.

Humber Renewables Awards, now in their 12th year, celebrate achievements in a sector that has transformed the region’s economy, reigniting a maritime passion for many while underlining the long-standing critical energy role the region holds, and the transition required.

On the judging panel this year was Iain Butterworth , chair of Humber Marine and Renewables ; Camilla Carlbom Flinn , director of Pentagon Marine ; Sheena McGuinness , head of renewables and cleantech at financial consultancy giant RSM UK and David Laister , PR and media director at marketing consultancy Fred Marketing .

Mr Butterworth, in his first year at the helm of HMR, organiser of Offshore Wind Connections, said: “It was a pleasure to be involved having thoroughly enjoyed the event as an onlooker in previous years. It was incredibly difficult to reach decisions in some categories, there were big debates with strong opinions put forward over who should get the awards.”

Mrs Carlbom Flinn, a fellow HMR director, who recently oversaw the acquisition of her fourth generation Carlbom Shipping business by the London-based entity she is now part of, has been part of the panel for several years. She said: “It is always very encouraging to read through all the entries that showcase what an incredible selection of companies we have supporting the renewables industry in the Humber. It really is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the region.”

Comedy magician Ben Hanlin returns to host the awards, held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hull a few hours after the conference closes. He has many television appearances to his name, including The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Celebrity Juice and Dancing on Ice – where he was a contestant.

He first appeared on our screens as the star of his own ITV2 show, Tricked, which saw him pulling magic pranks on celebrities and members of the public. He has attracted a huge social media following, but his big passion is performing live.

As well as wowing gala dinner guests with his repertoire, he will compere the evening, which culminates in the presentation of the accolades, with the final Humber Renewables Champion award, specially selected by judges, and revealed on the night.

Partners include Aura / 英国赫尔大学 , Blackrow Group , Boston Energy , BusinessLive , East Riding of Yorkshire Council , Humber Marine and Renewables , John Roe Group , ?rsted and RWE .

For further details about the event, ticket availability and a brief synopsis on the shortlisted individuals and organisations, visit the official website humber-renewables.com.

The Humber Renewables Awards 2024 shortlist:

Apprentice of the Year Sponsored by Boston Energy

Harry Hickson, RSUK

Ryah Russell, RWE

Jake Smith, Orsted

Green Innovation Award Sponsored by Aura Innovation Centre

Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult

RWE & Siemens Gamesa

Tidal Transit

Diversity and Inclusion Award

Aura Innovation Centre

MS3 Networks

RES

Engaging The Community / Community Project Sponsored by Blackrow Group

Waterline Student Sustainability Challenge (Equinor)

East Coast Ambassadors (Orsted)

Projekt Renewable

Best Renewable Energy Project or Installation

5G Portal (ORE Catapult)

Hull RSPCA solar PV installation (River Energy and Renewables Ltd)

Graypen Group solar PV installation (RSUK)

Humber Renewables Women of the Year Sponsored by RWE

Lauren Little, Orsted

Emma Mason, OPS Wind

Louise Smith, Aura

Katharine York, ORE Catapult

Excellence in Renewable Education, Skills and Training

Sponsored by East Riding of Yorkshire Council

Aura Innovation Centre

Hull College

RWE Technician Career Pathway

Small Business of the Year (under 50 employees) Sponsored by Orsted

Port of Grimsby East

River Energy and Renewables Ltd

Torque Solutions

Medium / Large Business of the Year

Boston Energy

Hobson & Porter

RWE