15 Oct 2026 MIA Motorsport Business Excellence Awards Winners Announced
The Motorsport Industry Association (MIA) has announced the winners of the 2026 MIA Motorsport Business Excellence Awards.
These prestigious awards, which feature seven categories, recognise achievements and successes across the UK’s thriving motorsport and high-performance engineering industry.
The Awards were presented on Wednesday 14 October, at the MIA’s annual Awards Dinner in association with Dassault Systemes, upon the close of Day 1 of CTS – The UK’s leading Motorsport Engineering & Technology Show. Taking place at the Silverstone Wing, the Dinner attracted more than 350 industry professionals from across the globe. The evening offered a valuable chance for guests to connect and grow their network in a relaxed and entertaining setting before the winners were announced.
For over 30 years, the MIA has operated as the only global trade body for the motorsport industry. The MIA created and represents the UK’s Motorsport Valley® community, centred in and around Silverstone, the home of the British Grand Prix, which accounts for combined annual revenues of £16billion and employs over 50,000 highly skilled individuals.
The Service to the Industry Award was partnered by IPA and presented to Enovation Consulting
Enovation Consulting is a B Corporation certified specialist sustainability and strategic management consultancy supporting sports venues and sports rights holders to embed environmental and social best practice in their organisations. Established at the end of 2018, Enovation Consulting collaborates with over 40 international and national sports federations, championships, teams, manufacturers, suppliers, venues and events.
The New Markets Award was partnered by Fortescue Zero and presented to Poggipolini
Founded in 1950, Poggipolini has innovation and performance at its core. After entering Formula 1 in 1984, the company transformed decades of motorsport expertise into advanced aerospace solutions. Today, its racing DNA continues to drive the development of critical fasteners and precision components for the world’s most demanding aerospace and defence OEMs.
The Export Achievement Award was partnered by Lifeline Fire & Safety Systems and presented to CTE Advanced Technologies
At the pinnacle of global motorsport, precision is everything. CTE Advanced Technologies delivers world-class British engineering to Formula 1, IndyCar and world rallying. Recognised with the 2026 King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade, their global success is testament to the exceptional skill, craftsmanship and dedication of their team.
The Technology & Innovation Award was partnered by Ricardo and presented to Dynisma
Dynisma has become the name in Driver-in-the-Loop simulation for elite motorsport. Trusted by the world’s most demanding teams and drivers, its technology is setting the standard across Formula 1, Formula E, endurance racing and series worldwide. After a landmark year of announcements, there’s plenty more still to come.
The Teamwork award was partnered by Ridge and presented to JCB
JCB brought together world-class engineering, motorsport, and technology partners to achieve the 406.320 mph JCB Hydromax hydrogen land speed record, showcasing the power of collaboration in delivering a landmark achievement for British innovation and sustainable performance
The Business of the Year Award with annual sales under £5million was partnered by Multimatic and presented to Lifeline Fire & Safety Systems
Lifeline is the leading supplier of motorsport safety systems, delivering innovative protection across the globe’s top racing series. Highlighting this engineering pedigree, for the first time ever, all twenty-two cars competing in the 2026 Formula 1 season carry Lifeline’s ultra-lightweight fire suppression systems. Further strengthening its portfolio for 2026, the family of brands has recently expanded to include Willans harnesses, one of the oldest safety companies in motorsport.
The MIA Business of the Year Award with annual sales over £5million was partnered by Xtrac and presented to Formula One
Formula One Management sets the commercial direction and global growth strategy for the FIA Formula One World Championship. It leads broadcast production, media distribution, sponsorship and promoter partnerships, aligning key stakeholders to expand international reach, deepen audience engagement, optimise commercial returns and deliver sustainable, long-term value for the sport worldwide.
Chris Aylett (Chief Executive Officer, MIA) comments:
“It has been a pleasure to welcome so many MIA members, their colleagues and friends, to the 2026 MIA Business Excellence Awards.
The calibre and hard-earned reputation of the winners and the nominees are simply outstanding and a real credit to all in the UK’s motorsport business community.
Motorsport constantly demands the very highest level of performance by all involved. To be recognised by their peers for their contribution to our world-class motorsport industry, is a much coveted mark of real excellence.”