Entries for 2026 are now open!

Successful projects, rising stars and new launches all deserve their moment in the spotlight – and now’s your chance to put yours forward.

The Lab Awards celebrate the very best across the lab community, from suppliers and SMEs to academia and individuals. Take a look at the categories and see where you, your colleague or your organisation could shine.

Don’t miss your chance to be recognised among the best and brightest. Enter the 2026 Lab Awards below.

What are the Lab Awards?

The Lab Awards is the annual celebration for the lab community, powered by Lab Innovations and Laboratory News. It recognises achievements and successes in individuals, labs and suppliers in the past year.

We welcome submissions from suppliers, SMEs, academia and individuals – take a look at the categories and see if you could nominate your colleague or organisation.

This year’s ceremony takes place at Lab Innovations on 4 November at 15:00, NEC Birmingham.

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Want to boost your brand in front of the best and brightest?

‘Winning the 2024 ‘Outstanding Achievement’ award at the Lab Awards was a real honour. If you’re passionate about driving positive change in the lab community, I’d strongly encourage you to enter – it’s a fantastic way to have your efforts recognised.’

Laurence Dawkins-Hall

Winner of the ‘Outstanding Achievement’ award at the Lab Awards 2024

The Lab Awards 2025