OVERVIEW
The National Transport Awards highlights the unwavering commitment, expertise, and innovation of those working tirelessly to improve our transport networks across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Here's to the individuals and teams making strides in the industry, and to the continuous progress that awaits us!
Winners will be announced at the UK National Transport Awards ceremony on 1st October 2026 at the Westminster Park Plaza in London.
The event is supported by Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom, Transport Scotland, Transport for Wales, Department for Infrastructure, Transport Focus, Intelligent Transport Systems UK and Urban Transport Group.
Dress code is black tie.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Rt Hon Heidi Alexander MP
Secretary of State for Transport
Heidi Alexander MP was appointed as the Secretary of State for Transport on 29 November 2024.
She was previously the Minister of State at the Ministry of Justice from the 8 July 2024 to 29 November 2024. She was elected as the MP for Swindon South in July 2024.
HOST
Rob Rinder
Barrister, Writer and Broadcaster
Rob Rinder is a barrister turned writer and broadcaster. Alongside a legal practice specialising in financial crime, he works in the media to make the law more accessible and understandable to the public and starred in his own reality court show Judge Rinder. Rob co-hosts Amazing Hotels, Life Beyond The Lobby and is a regular co-host on Good Morning Britain.