3rd DECEMBER 2026 • Hilton London Metropole

TECHWORKS GALA DINNER AND AWARDS • DECEMBER 2026 • London

Celebrating the People and Companies Shaping the Future of UK Deep Tech

Celebrating the People and Companies Shaping the Future of UK Deep Tech

Join 350+ industry leaders for an evening celebrating achievement, innovation and the people shaping the future of deep tech in the UK

Join 350+ industry leaders for an evening celebrating achievement, innovation and the people shaping the future of deep tech in the UK.

The Annual Celebration of UK Technology & Engineering Excellence

The TechWorks Awards & Gala Dinner celebrates achievement across the UK’s advanced technology industries, recognising the people, companies and contributions driving innovation and growth.

Bringing together more than 350 professionals, the evening will welcome CEOs and senior executives, founders, investors, academics, decision-makers, industry experts and government representatives from across the UK technology scene.

Five great reasons to join us

  • Meet the people shaping the future of UK technology.
  • Make valuable connections that last beyond dinner.
  • Celebrate outstanding achievements and the people behind them.
  • Reward your team and entertain clients in style.
  • Join one of the highlights of the industry calendar, bringing the UK deep tech community together.

Our Award Categories

The awards recognise outstanding people and organisations across the UK’s advanced technology industries, celebrating leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, engineering excellence and industry impact.

The awards are open to all organisations active within the tech industry, with award categories to fit a wide range of sectors.

Application deadline: 30th October  |  Submission notification: 16th November

Individual Awards

Recognising people making an exceptional contribution to UK technology and engineering — from emerging talent and entrepreneurs to established industry leaders.

Company Awards

Celebrating organisations driving innovation, technological excellence and business success across the UK’s deep tech industries.

Partner Awards

Presented in collaboration with selected partners, recognising excellence in education, emerging talent and early-stage ventures across the UK.

  • UKESF Electronics Educator of the Year
  • UKESF Scholar of the Year
  • ChipStart of the Year Award (Silicon Catalyst)

Put your brand at the heart of UK deep tech

Partner with us to position your organisation alongside the people and companies shaping the UK’s advanced technology industries.

Bringing together cross-sector leaders, innovators and decision-makers, the evening provides a high-profile setting to raise your visibility, strengthen relationships and create new opportunities.

  • Generate valuable leads and new conversations
  • Develop new customer and partner relationships
  • Enjoy an evening of high value networking

Watch our highlights video

Experience the energy and innovation of the TechWorks Awards 2025 — a night dedicated to celebrating the pioneers, creators, and visionaries shaping the future of the UK’s deep tech and semiconductor industries.

Guest Host / Comedian

Alistair Barrie

Alistair Barrie is one of the most sought after headliners on the international comedy circuit. His biting topical comedy has seen him perform all over the world including acclaimed performances at the Cape Town, Melbourne, New Zealand and Edinburgh Festivals, where he has twice been nominated for best show. He is a regular at Glastonbury, on the BBC, Times Radio and a wide range of podcasts.

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Venue & Accommodation

Hilton London Metropole

225 Edgware Road, London, England, W2 1JU

The London Hilton Metropole provides a prestigious and impressive setting for the TechWorks Awards & Gala Dinner, combining the scale of one of London’s leading conference venues with the atmosphere of a major celebration. Its extensive purpose-built event spaces, large conference suites and flexible hospitality areas make it ideal for bringing together hundreds of guests for dinner, awards, networking and entertainment in one location. With a central London setting and excellent transport connections, it provides the perfect backdrop for an evening celebrating achievement, innovation and excellence across the UK technology industry.

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Point A London Paddington

Modern, budget-friendly boutique hotel in the heart of Paddington, offering compact, comfortable rooms and convenient access to Paddington and Edgware Road stations.

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Hub by Premier Inn London Marylebone

Hub by Premier Inn London Marylebone is a modern, centrally located hotel offering compact, stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi and smart room controls, close to Edgware Road and Hyde Park.

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