The 2008 IET Innovation Awards ceremony was hosted by TV presenter Maggie Philbin, best known for her time with BBC’s much loved Tomorrow’s World science programme.
Stephen Trotter, General Manager for Power Systems UK, was on hand to present the award for the ABB-sponsored Sustainability category to Liquid Lever Solutions Ltd for its Moisture-Activated, Polymer-Tube Kink Valve.
Stephen Trotter said, “ABB is delighted to be able to encourage entrepreneurial spirit within the engineering sector. We also hope to raise awareness of the exciting career opportunities that exist in our industry. We are pleased to announce that ABB is continuing its sponsorship of the Sustainability category for 2009. With 15 categories to choose from and with entries not restricted to the UK, there are plenty of opportunities for ABB and its customers to show their capabilities.”
The awards scheme was launched in 2006 and the number of entries has risen by more than 40 per cent in some categories. They recognize achievement as well as innovation in engineering. ABB’s John Watson, one of the judges, commented, “The Sustainability award judging panel was again delighted with the calibre of entries. All of the short-listed entries were worthy candidates.”