Combilift Wins Two UK Engineering & Manufacturing Awards 2024

Material handling vehicles manufacturer Combilift has won two prestigious industry awards: Design Team of the Year and Industry Leader Award, at the UK Engineering & Manufacturing Awards 2024 ceremony.

The Design Team of the Year award was presented to Combilift’s Heavy Equipment Team for its exceptional work on the 12-Wheel Combi-LC Blade, engineered to handle massive offshore wind-turbine blades. The design enhances the ability to transport these large, nonuniform loads safely and efficiently from manufacturing sites to storage and deployment locations. This innovation addresses the growing needs of the renewable energy sector, where the demand for efficient logistics systems is increasing as the size and scale of offshore wind turbines continue to grow. 

In addition, Combilift’s co-founder and CEO, Martin McVicar, received the Industry Leader Award. This accolade honors McVicar’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to innovation, which have played a pivotal role in transforming Combilift from a small Irish manufacturer into a global leader in the material handling sector, according to the awarding association. 

Since co-founding the company, McVicar has overseen its rapid growth, with a projected €500 million in sales in 2024. His approach to leadership combines technical expertise with a hands-on, inclusive management style. 

Combilift’s headquarters, the largest factory under one roof in Ireland, serves not only as a manufacturing hub but also as ambassadors for corporate social responsibility. The company regularly hosts apprenticeship programs, charity events, family days, and educational visits, further solidifying its role within the local community.

See also: Combilift Ltd.

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