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Celebrating the BEST in Telecoms!


The ITP Telecoms Awards are back for their 18th consecutive year, bringing together the brightest minds and most dedicated professionals in the telecoms industry. This event is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate those making a real impact - whether through innovation, leadership, or outstanding contributions to the sector.

Each year, we shine a light on the individuals and organisations driving change, and 2025 will be no different. Whether you’re an industry veteran or an emerging talent, this is an evening to come together, reflect on achievements, and look ahead to the future of telecoms.

Our awards are judged by industry experts with a deep understanding of the telecoms sector. This ensures that all accolades are industry-recognised, credible, and a true mark of excellence - trusted by clients, partners, employers, and colleagues alike.

There are no costs associated with entering, and nominations are open until Friday 25th July 2025. Finalists will be notified at the start of September, and winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Wednesday 8th October, at The Royal Lancaster, London..

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Champagne Reception Sponsor

BT Group are one of the world’s leading communications services companies. The solutions they sell are integral to modern life. Their purpose is as simple as it is ambitious: they connect for good. There are no limits to what people can do when they connect. And as technology changes our world, connections are becoming even more important to everyday life.

Today, that’s truer than ever. The connections they make are helping solve the world’s biggest challenges such as the global pandemic, climate change and cyber security. Through the power of technology, BT Group are supporting customers to live, work and play together better.

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Celebrate Success

Honour the people and projects shaping the industry.

Be Inspired

Hear incredible stories of talent, dedication, and innovation.

Make Connections

Network with senior leaders, rising stars, and industry peers.

Have a Night to Remember

Enjoy an amazing evening of celebration, dining, drinks and entertainment.

Award Categories


Company Awards

Early Careers Champions

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Best Health and Safety Initiative

Proudly Sponsored by Mast and Tower Safety (MATS) Group

The Mast and Tower Safety (MATS) Group is a collective of organizations that own or manage masts and towers, including monopoles, gantries, satellite dishes, rooftops, and other structures with significant work-at-height and occupational radio frequency (RF) hazards. The Group’s primary focus is on ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all personnel involved with these structures.

The MATS Group publishes various documents, including Guidance Notes and Safety Bulletins, to assist contractors and suppliers in achieving safe working practices and addressing industry-specific hazards. These resources are available on the Publications page of the MATS website.

MATS vision is dedicated to the continual improvement and promotion of safety across the Mobile, Telecoms, and Broadcast industries.

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Mast and Tower Safety Group – Promoting Safety

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People and Culture

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Best Company to Work For

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Most Sustainable Company

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Individual Awards

Apprentice of the Year

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Technical Excellence Award

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Virgin Media has partnered up with O2, the UK’s favourite mobile network operator – and together, they're ready to supercharge the UK.

They are two of the UK’s most iconic brands, combining 46 million+ broadband, mobile, phone and home subscribers, and 18,700 employees. They've come together to give the UK more choice and better value - it’s good news for customers, communities and businesses all over the country.

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Telecoms Surveyor of the Year

Proudly Sponsored by Cluttons

Cluttons is a strategic property consultancy that offers exceptional depth of property knowledge from a diverse group of experts, with a focus on creating value and delivering commercial results for its clients. 

Cluttons employs over 240 people through a network of offices in the UK, providing a wide range of commercial and residential property services, including network management, property management, valuation, corporate occupier services and estate agency.

Cluttons are experts in digital connectivity, energy, estates and London residential; harnessing extensive knowledge to provide its clients with unique insights and innovative solutions to help them maximise returns on their assets.

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Mentor of the Year

Proudly Sponsored by Ricoh

Ricoh specialise in providing and integrating end-to-end technology, solutions and services that help organisations respond to evolving workplace demands. As a global leader in workplace experience and process automation, their unique suite of integrated offerings drives positive transformation by connecting the physical and digital to create people-centric workspaces.  

Their portfolio and expert approach are underpinned by a sharp focus on sustainability and longstanding legacy of innovation. By combining this with their global expertise and local know-how, they enable organisations of all sizes to achieve exceptional employee experience and customer success. 

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Woman in Technology

Proudly Sponsored by Ofcom

Ofcom is the regulator for the communications services that we use and rely on each day.

We make sure:

  • people are able to use communications services, including broadband;

  • a range of companies provide quality television and radio programmes that appeal to diverse audiences;

  • viewers and listeners are protected from harmful or offensive material on TV, radio and on-demand;

  • people are protected from unfair treatment in programmes, and don’t have their privacy invaded;

  • the universal postal service covers all UK addresses six days a week, with standard pricing; and

  • the radio spectrum is used in the most effective way.

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Engineer of the Year

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Graduate of the Year

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Innovator of the Year

Proudly Sponsored by Telent

Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and management of the UK’s critical digital infrastructure, drawing on decades of experience in mission critical communications and technology. We enable organisations to create, improve and operate the ICT and communication networks that their businesses and operations depend on.

Telent are at the heart of many of the UK’s and Ireland’s best-known organisations, with a strong focus on key areas including transport, emergency services, network providers and the public sector.  Our expertise, accreditations and knowledge make us a trusted partner for organisations at the forefront of the digital revolution.

Clients include Transport for London, National Highways, Maritime and Coastguard Agency, Virgin Media, Network Rail, Openreach, Merseyside Fire and Rescue and Hinkley Point C.

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Outstanding Leader

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Special Awards

Outstanding Contribution to Industry

Proudly Sponsored by Cornerstone

As the UK's leading digital infrastructure provider, Cornerstone is dedicated to designing, building, and deploying digital connectivity solutions that ensure every business interaction is seamless and communities thrive. We envision a landscape where land, property, infrastructure, and technology converge to drive positive change.

With a senior leadership team of 50% women, we endeavour towards an equal and diverse industry. Through sustainable practices and inclusive initiatives, Cornerstone aims for a future where every voice contributes to a more connected and empowered society.

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