FDF Awards 2026 - Entries now open
Championing excellence in food and drink manufacturing
The FDF Industry Awards are the annual celebration of talent, innovation and excellence in food and drink manufacturing. The prestigious event shines a spotlight on the amazing achievements of companies and individuals right across our sector.
Award categories
Excellence across the supply chain
Innovation and growth
People and teams
Brand and campaign
Prepare your entry
Before submitting your entry, check our FAQs and guidance to ensure a successful application, and explore last year’s finalist case studies for inspiration.
Entries are now open until 4 May
Enter the awards
This is your chance to celebrate excellence. Recognise yours and your teams outstanding work across the innovative and cutting-edge projects that are shaping the future of food and drink. Entries close on the 4 May - don’t miss out, enter today.
Join us at the Award ceremony on 17 September
This prestigious evening will be held at the iconic Troxy – a venue which has been playing host to some of London’s most extraordinary events since 1933.
Previous winners
Awards Ceremony
This year’s awards ceremony will be held on 17 September at the Troxy.
A historic venue and cultural icon, nestled in the heart of London with striking art deco architecture.
Tickets for the awards ceremony will go on sale in May.
Take a look back at the fantastic night had at last year’s awards, hosted by Ravneet Gill, celebrating talent from across food and drink manufacturing.
FDF Awards highlight 2025
Our judging panel
Brings together leading experts from across the food and drink manufacturing sector, including senior business leaders, government representatives, and technical and policy specialists. We are proud to work with these respected professionals who represent the very best of the industry.
Put your business in the spotlight
With our membership ranging from the largest global brands to ambitious SMEs, don’t miss the opportunity to put your brand centre stage at one of the Food and Drink industry’s premier events. There are a host of opportunities, including sponsorship of individual categories, with packages tailored to your budget.
Find out more about sponsorship opportunities
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