The British Adhesives & Sealants Association (BASA) is pleased to invite entries for the BASA Showcase 2026, with winners to be announced at the BASA Showcase Gala Evening on Friday 20 November 2026.
The Showcase celebrates excellence, innovation and achievement across the UK adhesives and sealants industry, recognising the people, organisations and initiatives helping to shape the future of the sector.
Open exclusively to BASA members, the Showcase provides an opportunity to gain industry recognition, benchmark achievements against peers, share best practice and highlight the talent and innovation driving the industry forward.
Categories for 2026 include:
- Emerging Professional of the Year
- Manufacturing Rising Star
- Future Skills Development Programme
- Sustainability Initiative
- Product or Process Innovation
- Community Engagement
- Manufacturer of the Year
- Supplier of the Year
Entries will be assessed by an independent judging panel against clear criteria focused on impact, delivery and contribution to the wider industry.
The celebration will culminate at the BASA Showcase Gala Evening on 20 November 2026, hosted once again by comedian and broadcaster Jimmy McGhie, who returns by popular demand for a third year. The evening will also feature networking opportunities, entertainment and a DJ-led celebration following the Showcase presentation.
BASA is also pleased to support Mind and YoungMinds as its chosen charities for 2026. Selected by BASA Chair Jenny Barnett, donations collected during the evening will help support the important work both organisations do to promote mental health and wellbeing.
A range of sponsorship opportunities remains available for organisations looking to raise their profile and demonstrate their support for excellence across the adhesives and sealants sector.
BASA encourages all members to explore the categories and submit their entries.
For more information, entry forms and sponsorship details, visit https://www.basa.uk.com/showcase/
