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RIA RISE Awards Guidelines RIA Dinner & RISE Awards 2027 Entry Toolkit
About the Awards RIA’s Railway Industry Supplier Excellence (RISE) Awards celebrate the excellence and achievements of the UK rail supply community in a range of categories. The RIA RISE Awards are the perfect opportunity to: Celebrate the UK rail supplier community for all their effort and achievement across the year Gain industry recognition within the community as well as with key stakeholders Engage with others in the industry to develop your business and share best practices with the best and brightest. The award ceremony will be held on 24 June 2027, 18:30-01:00 at the Park Hyatt London River Thames, 7 Nine Elms Lane, London SW8 5PH. The dress code for this event is Black Tie. We encourage you all to participate in the awards and come in full glitz and glamour!
Key Dates and Pricing Early Bird Prices available until 18 December 2026 Members: £100 + VAT per award entry Non-Members: £175 + VAT per award entry Standard Pricing: Members £200 + VAT per award entry Non-Members: £350 + VAT per award entry
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There is no limit to the number of entries; you can make several different entries to each award category. You can enter 4 awards for the price of 3. This is only applicable to awards that you pay to enter. Every unique entry you submit will be charged as a separate entry. The company that submits the entry will be invoiced directly. Terms and Conditions can be found here.
Eligibility and Confidentiality The RISE Awards are open to all RIA member companies and to non-member companies who are suppliers in the UK rail market or whose projects work with UK Rail Suppliers. If your entry is shortlisted, your company will be required to attend the awards ceremony in person on the evening of 24 June 2027. Please ensure that a representative from your company is available to attend. The award trophy will state the name of the company that submitted the award entry. Please note if there are multiple companies listed on the entry the additional companies will not appear on the trophy. RIA will publish your entry’s 200-word summary via various channels including trade press, social media and websites.
Entry Guidelines Enter via the ‘Enter Here’ page on the RIA website. This will take you to our Awards Platform. You can start your entry here. Please note that your 200-word summary will be published online if shortlisted. Word count for your entry must not exceed 1000. You are allowed to submit up to 4 supporting documents, maximum 4 pages each, which must not exceed 5MB in size. Please mark any sensitive information you do not wish to be included in any promotional material. After submitting your entry, you will receive confirmation via email. If you do not receive this within 24 hours, please contact RISE@riagb.org.uk. An invoice will be sent within two weeks of your entry, once you have paid by card to complete your registration.
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Categories Company Awards Application of Digital Technology Award This award recognises a company using digital technology to deliver success for their business and their customers within the railway industry. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Logo of company Starting point / challenges Initiative / project. Outcomes and impact Supporting Evidence. Employer of the Year Award Your entry should explain why your business is an exemplary employer and explain how the company has benefitted staff and customers through its actions. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Logo of company Starting point / background. Initiative / project / incentives. Outcomes and impact. Evidence to show why you are an exemplary employer.
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Environmental, Social Governance (ESG) Award This award recognises an organisation’s environmental impact and stewardship, how a company manages relations with and creates value for stakeholders, and the leadership, management, practices and policies of shareholder rights. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Logo of company Starting point / challenges Solution / technology / initiative / project How does it solve the problem / impact / outcomes – internal and external Supporting Evidence. Equality Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Award This award recognises a company that is showing great strides in incorporating and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across their business and the rail industry. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Photo of individual Starting point / challenges Solution / initiative / project Impact and outcomes – internal and external Supporting Evidence. Innovation Award The Innovation Award recognises and celebrates the organisation and individuals whose work is dedicated to successful innovation within the railway industry. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Logo of company Starting point / challenges Initiative / project Outcomes and impact Supporting Evidence.
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Partnership Award This award recognises the successful partnership between railway suppliers or rail suppliers and clients. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Logo of company Starting point / challenges Initiative / project Outcomes and impact Supporting Evidence Please list all suppliers/ partners involved. Safety Award The Safety Award recognises excellence in health and safety including achievement or contribution to the railway industry. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Logo of company Problem / challenge / pain point / starting point Solution / technology / initiative / project Impact and outcomes – internal and external Supporting Evidence.
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SME Exporter in Rail Award (sub £50M turnover companies) This award demonstrates that the nominee has been proficient in exporting their rail product or service to overseas markets. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Logo of company Challenges / starting point, including figures Achievement / impact, including figures, demonstrating growth and improvement Supporting Evidence. SME Growth in Rail Award (sub £50M turnover companies) This category recognises your company’s growth in sales, headcount and profitability. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Logo of company Challenges / starting point, including figures Achievement / impact, including figures, demonstrating growth and improvement Supporting Evidencet. Wellbeing Award This award recognises an organisation that promotes great practices and guidance for positive mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Logo of company Starting point / challenges Initiative / project Outcomes and impact Supporting Evidence.
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Individual Awards Employee of the Year Award This award recognises an employee who goes above and beyond their role, to mark their exceptional work, contribution, behaviour and success. You should seek permission from your nominee before you submit your nomination. You and your nominee should be prepared to attend the ceremony on the evening of 24 June 2027, in person. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Photo of individual Professional and personal characteristics and behaviours Demonstrable achievements / lasting impact Recent contribution / impact on the supply chain / how the nominee has made a difference to the wider industry Endorsements from named colleagues – not anonymous – ideally from more than one company. Rising Star Award The Rising Star Award recognises an emerging leader whose record reflects ongoing and exceptional growth in contribution and responsibility. Tell the judges about why your nominee deserves recognition as an exemplary future leader from the perspective of the rail supply community. You should seek permission from your nominee before you submit your nomination. You and your nominee should be prepared to attend the awards ceremony on the evening of 24 June 2027, in person. 200-word summary of your entry – this will be published online if you are shortlisted Name, company and job title Photo of individual Professional and personal characteristics and behaviours. Demonstrable achievements / lasting impact. Recent contribution / impact on the supply chain / how the nominee has made a difference to the wider industry. Endorsements from named colleagues – not anonymous – ideally from more than one company.
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Frequently Asked Questions When will I know if my entry has been shortlisted? Shortlisted entries will be contacted by the RIA Team and announced on the RIA website in May 2027. Where and when is the award ceremony held? The ceremony will take place at the Park Hyatt London River Thames on Thursday 24 June 2027, from 18:30. Can my company sponsor an award? There are a range of sponsor opportunities available, please contact events@riagb.org.uk for details.
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