THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) is celebrating after winning the Environmental/Sustainability Initiative of the Year Award at the UK Trade Association Awards 2026.
The accolade was in recognition of the delivery of the Site Sustainability Showcase – a dedicated feature within the PlantWorx 2025 exhibition – developed in partnership with the Construction Equipment Association (CEA) to help reset and refocus the decarbonisation debate.
The off-grid site featured over 20 suppliers showcasing electric, hydrogen, hybrid and battery technologies that are available to help accelerate the transition to cleaner, more efficient construction sites. The Showcase also provided a platform to discuss potential barriers and illustrate both what is viable today – and what support is required to take the next steps.
The UK Trade Association Awards, hosted by the Trade Association Forum (TAF), took place at the London Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel in London. The awards celebrate the contribution trade associations make to the UK economy. Judges praised the CPA’s collaborative leadership, strong partner involvement, and commitment to driving practical transition while actively shaping policy discussions.
Steve Mulholland, CPA chief executive officer, said, “We are absolutely delighted to receive this award. In particular, we would like to thank CPA decarbonisation and sustainability manager Luis Bassett and Joanna Oliver MBE from the CEA/PlantWorx team, for their vision and successful delivery of the Site Sustainability Showcase.
“By combining innovation with economic realism, the Showcase presented an honest yet inspiring roadmap towards a greener future. It has become a flagship initiative, demonstrating how collaboration and innovation can drive meaningful, practical progress in sustainable construction.”
