CATEGORIES & CRITERIA
The Electrical Wholesaler Awards has an array of expertly curated accolades up for grabs in 2026
WHOLESALER CATEGORIES
Best Training Provider
This category is open to any electrical wholesale company
that has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to
providing training/training initiatives for their team.
Best Wholesaler: 1-5 Branches
This category is open to any electrical wholesale company with 1-5 branches that operate within the UK and Ireland. Judges will consider the following: the diversity and innovation in the product range stocked across all branches; any evidence of great customer service and any measures/initiatives that have been put in place to deal with business and/or industry challenges.
Best Wholesaler: 6-25 Branches
This category is open to any electrical wholesale company with 6-25 branches that operate within the UK and Ireland. Judges will consider the following: the diversity and innovation in the product range stocked across all branches; any evidence of great customer service and any measures/initiatives that have been put in place to deal with business and/or industry challenges.
Best Wholesaler: 25+ Branches
This category is open to any electrical wholesale company with more than 25 branches that operate within the UK and Ireland. Judges will consider the following: the diversity and innovation in the product range stocked across all branches; any evidence of great customer service and any measures/initiatives that have been put in place to deal with business and/or industry challenges.
Best Wholesaler Website
This category is open to any electrical wholesale companies with an outstanding website that offers a wide product range, quick & reliable delivery and outstanding customer service.
Best Customer Service: wholesaler
Awarded to a wholesaler that has demonstrated outstanding customer service and commitment to going the extra mile.
Marketing Initiative of the Year
Open to UK Electrical Wholesalers who have conducted a marketing campaign that has added significant value to the bottom line and expanded the company’s reach and customer base.
BRAND CATEGORIES
Best New Product
Awarded for the very best overall product launched between January 2024 and January 2025 that is available to purchase through electrical wholesalers.
Best Accessories Brand
Awarded to the very best accessories brand that manufactures products that are available to purchase through electrical wholesalers, including by not limited to wiring, sockets, plugs etc.
Best Lighting Brand
Awarded to the very best lighting brand that manufactures external & internal lighting products, lamps, occasion lighting etc. that are available to purchase through electrical wholesalers.
Best Heating Brand
Awarded to the very best heating brand that manufactures indoors & outdoor heating products, radiators, fireplaces etc, available to purchase through electrical wholesalers.
Best Safety/Security Brand
Awarded to the very best safety/security brand that manufacturers products including, but not limited to, fire protection products, detectors, doorbells, alarms and CCTV etc, available to purchase through electrical wholesalers.
Best Overall Brand
Awarded the very best brand offering innovative products and technologies available to purchase through electrical wholesalers, with a track record of outstanding service.
Best Customer Service: Brand
Awarded to a brand that has demonstrated outstanding customer service and commitment to going the extra mile.
Best Ventilation Brand
Awarded to the very best ventilation brand that manufactures products which are available to purchase through electrical wholesalers, including but not limited to ceiling fans, heating & hygiene, and ducting.
GENERAL CATEGORIES
Industry Initiative Award
The Industry Initiative Award is open to any product, service or strategy that has pushed the boundaries and helped to raise standards in terms of innovation, sustainability, performance and safety.
PEOPLE AWARDS
Industry Personality of the Year
The Industry Personality Award is open to any person who has gone above & beyond in their contribution to the Electrical Wholesaler industry within the last year.
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