THE CARMEN’S SIR HENRY ROYCE MEMORIAL FOUNDATAION AWARD
Drayson Racing Technologies
for breaking the 1974 world speed record for a lightweight electric car in 2013 with its Lola B12 69/EV vehicle at 204.2 mph, driven by Chief Executive Lord Drayson, as part of the firm’s development of sustainable automotive technologies, including the development of EF1 motorsport as scientific advisor, and competitively, with a new car developed in conjunction with McLaren. Drayson is at the forefront of research and development to improve performance, enhance energy efficiency and reduce or eliminate carbon emissions through electric drivetrains and wireless charging.
THE CARMEN’S HERBERT CROW AWARD
The Port of Tilbury
for its outstanding commitment to transport training and development in SE London, with the creation of an entirely new and forward looking training Academy, focused on all aspects of logistics. This visionary project has inspired new apprenticeship and work experience programmes for hundreds of local youngsters, benefitting the local and regional economy. It has demonstrated the value of successful businesses investing in world class programmes, designed to help their own businesses grow, to give the community a life-long skills investment, and to contribute to the aspirations and real employment opportunities of thousands of young people.
THE CARMEN'S AWARD OF MERIT
DPD UK
for consistent, continuous and contemporary technical and user-oriented innovations in world-wide parcels delivery, including barcoding parcels, electronic signature capture and seamless electronic information trails, together with a real-time tracking facility for use by customers, to give a precise time of arrival for every consignment. This year DPD was recognised by the consumers’ organisation Which, in its latest survey, as the best parcels delivery system in the UK.
THE CARMEN'S RLC SAFETY AWARD
The Industrial HGV Taskforce
comprising Transport for London, both Metropolitan and City of London Police, and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, the outstanding and first multi-agency team dedicated to enforcement against the most dangerous commercial vehicles. Formed due to the disproportionate incidence of HGV cycle accidents, it was enlarged and made permanent with industry, RHA and FTA support. Roadside operations in 12 months+ generated 1500 roadworthiness prohibitions, 880 Fixed Penalties, 1000 verbal warnings, and 40 vehicle seizures. References to Traffic Commissioners ensured follow-up investigations and, with CPC driver training courses, cycle safety, operator visits and seminars, its targeted education has reinforced its effective enforcement.
THE CARMEN'S ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD
BMW
for the i3 model, which significantly advances the technology of electric car design by adopting a carbon fibre reinforced plastic structure for this electric hybrid car, a manufacturing advance which offsets the 230 kilogram weight of the lithium ion battery pack from which the i3 draws its power. In all-electric form it has a usable range of 80 to 100 miles, enough for the majority of daily journeys. If fitted with an on-board petrol powered generator to recharge the battery on the move, the i3 can meet nearly all motoring needs, while its overall weight scarcely exceeds 1,300 kg.
THE CARMEN'S VIVA AWARD
The Mercedes F1 Team
for so successfully interpreting Formula 1 regulations, while producing a driveable and reliable car, which captured both the constructor’s and driver’s titles. Conceived and manufactured in the UK, its hybrid driveline was developed in Brixworth, the chassis in Brackley, where the team is based. Mercedes FI’s UK team have demonstrated technical leadership, craftsmanship and discipline to deliver an outstanding race car – an example of British engineering innovation and production excellence.