A total of 30 nominees have been shortlisted across five categories for the Hazardex Awards 2026, designed to recognise excellence in the hazardous area sector. The winners of the industry’s most prestigious awards will be announced during a Gala Dinner at Hazardex Live 2026 on 25 February in Harrogate. Here, you can find the nominees for Customer Service – Sponsored by DNV. Submit your votes now!
Below, you can find the details of the six nominees for
Category 4: Customer Service – Sponsored by DNV A company or corporate division that has provided excellent customer service in the sector over the last two years.
Voting closes on
1 February. Voting rules:
* 1. The competition is open to all Hazardex journal, eNewsletter, social media, and website readers and users
* 2. Voters register their votes by fully completing all fields and
use an email from a business address only * 3. Voters are limited to
one vote per category * 4. Nominees are
not permitted to vote for their own company/organisation * 5. All votes will remain confidential
The nominees for the Customer Service Award are: a.
Dron & Dickson
Dron & Dickson are specialists in supply, installation, and maintenance of electrical equipment in harsh and hazardous environments. With a team of highly trained sales professionals who are CompEx certified, the company is dedicated to providing exceptional service and support. Dron & Dickson’s expertise lies in delivering reliable solutions for challenging environments. It offers a wide range of electrical products tailored for industries such as petrochemicals, marine, ports and harbours, transportation, and renewables. The company also has an Engineering Services division able to service and maintain electrical equipment in harsh and hazardous environments. Its Wholesale and Engineering Services divisions work together to ensure the best product is provided to clients’ projects.
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Exloc Instruments
Exloc Instruments is a provider of hazardous area equipment in the UK. With a comprehensive range of products, it specialises in intrinsically safe devices, lighting products, process safety equipment, hazardous area networking and more. The company’s focus on ATEX certified products serves the needs of various industries, especially the oil and gas sector, ensuring safe and efficient operations. Exloc’s team of experts works closely with customers to deliver innovative products and services that enhance operational efficiency while maintaining a high level of safety standards. The company prioritises customer satisfaction and strives to build long-lasting relationships. Its knowledgeable team is always available to provide expert advice, technical support, and prompt assistance for all your hazardous area needs.
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Miretti Group
Since 1973, Miretti Group has been a leader in the explosion proof protection of mobile vehicles, engines and industrial equipment operating in hazardous areas and in explosive environments. The company operates all over the world with production facilities in Italy (head ofÂfice), USA, Singapore (APAC), China and branches and workshops in UK, Germany, France, Spain, Hungary, Benelux, Middle East, Algeria, Israel, Australia. Miretti is ISO 9001, ISO14001 and ISO 45001 certifiÂed and is an approved supplier for some of the most important world producers and OEMs. Miretti Ex Systems and Services are manufactured and certified in accordance with ATEX, IECEx, NEC and global standards, collaborating with the most important Notified Body & Testing Laboratories Worldwide.
Website: https://miretti.com/
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Pepperl+Fuchs
As one of the leading companies in the automation industry, Pepperl+Fuchs is a global pioneer in its markets due to groundbreaking technologies. For conventional and future applications, the company offers a comprehensive portfolio and at the same time drives trend-setting future developments. Examples of this include application-oriented cloud connectivity solutions and the development of Ethernet in the process industry for Industry 4.0-compliant applications. Pepperl+Fuchs Enterprise Mobility is also the preferred brand for explosion-protected mobile phones, 4G smartphones and tablets that meet the highest requirements in industrial use.
Website: https://www.pepperl-fuchs.com/en
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R&M Electrical
R&M Electrical was formed in 1987 and now employs over 300 people in over 20 offices worldwide, catering to multiple markets. Partnered with an extensive network of quality and trusted electrical manufacturers across the globe, R&M supplies the complete scope of electrical products from cables to lighting, containment, and much more. Its electrical knowledge, coupled with extensive supply chain management expertise, also extends to bespoke solutions, major project delivery, export management, MRO supply contracts, and value-added engineered solutions. R&M Electrical prides itself on providing our clients with tailored supply solutions that lower their supply chain costs, and increase efficiency, making electrical product supply and installation better, smarter, and safer.
Website: https://www.rm-electrical.com/ --
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Shindaiwa
Since 2010, Shindaiwa has been the UK and Eire’s sole distributor for the Shindaiwa and Site Bright range of products. Site Bright is a leading supplier of Industrial lighting to the UK Petrochemical, Industrial, Rental, Confined Space, and Hazardous Area Industries. Site Bright products have developed an enviable reputation for supplying some of the brightest Zone 1 and 2
ATEX and UKEX lighting solutions to the demanding UK Hazardous Area Industrial Equipment markets. Backed up by a leading warranty and after sales service, Site Bright products are designed perform and made to last, compliant with the latest CE / UKCA regulations and ATEX certified, ideal for safety critical hazardous area working environments.
Website: https://shindaiwa.co.uk/ --
Details of those nominated for the remaining awards can be found by clicking on the category titles below:
Category 1: Contribution to Safety – Sponsored by CEF
A product, system or service which has made a significant contribution to safety in hazardous area environments.
Category 2: Technical Innovation – Sponsored by C&P Engineering Services
An innovative product or system for use in hazardous area environments.
Category 3: Net Zero, Environment & Sustainability - Sponsored by Mutech An innovation for hazardous environments that helps lower emissions and carbon footprints.
Category 5: Plant Upgrade & Innovation – Sponsored by C&P Engineering Services
An operator that has successfully implemented projects or equipment to enhance safety, efficiency, and technological innovation in their hazardous areas.
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