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Service Dealer Awards 2026
Entry Criteria:
Dealerships can enter on their own behalf or be nominated by customers, suppliers, or another third party – but entries must be complete and include a supporting statement and be creative with any supporting evidence. The awards will be judged taking into account the 12 months prior to the submission date.
Please note: Closing date for submissions is 24th October.
Principal Sponsor - Al-KO & WEIBANG
All entries will be considered for the prestigious “Overall Dealer of the Year Award” which is sponsored by Al-KO/Weibang
Garden Machinery Dealer of the Year Award
Sponsored by Toro
Who is the Garden Machinery Dealer of the Year? What makes them stand out from the rest? Do you go above and beyond to keep customers and staff happy? Why are you the dealership people return to time and time again – we want to know!
Farm Machinery Dealer of the Year Award
Sponsored by Ibcos
Who will be the Farm Machinery Dealer of the Year? What is it that makes them outstanding in their field? Do you always go the extra mile for customers and staff? What is it about your dealership that means customers know great service is guaranteed – we want to hear from you!
Forestry Equipment Dealer of the Year Award
Sponsored by Cramer
Are you the Forestry Equipment Dealer of the Year? What puts you at the top of the tree when it comes to supplying forestry equipment? What is it about a dealership and their products that makes their customers choose them every time? We want to know!
Professional Turfcare Machinery Dealer of the Year Award
Sponsored by Husqvarna
When it comes to professional groundscare, we are looking for a dealership a cut above the rest! We want to hear all about the dealer firing on all cylinders for their customers and who is a worthy nominee for Professional Turfcare Dealer of the Year.
New Technician of the Year
Sponsored by Stihl
Technicians are the staff who keep the wheels turning. New entrants to the sector are the future of the industry, and we want to celebrate their achievements! If you know a young technician who is head and shoulders above the rest, and in the first four years of their role, this is the award for them!
Best New Initiative Award
Sponsored by EGO
Did you have a great new idea in 2025/26 that resulted in success? Do you know a dealership that has done some renovation work, diversified their business or focused on innovative technology? We want to know about the dealers taking their businesses to the next level with their great initiative!
Leadership Award
Sponsored by Ariens
Who is willing to get involved to get the job done? Who is creating a team people are proud to be a part of? We want to hear about the great team leaders who are leading their team by example, not by instruction!
Plant Hire and Construction Dealer of the Year Award
Sponsored by Aptean
Do you set the standard in the plant hire and construction sector? Do you know a dealership that nails their services and support every time? Whether it’s exceptional customer service, innovative business practices or sustainability initiatives, we want to know the dealership deserving of Plant Hire and Construction Dealer of the Year!
