The Party Starts HERE

We’re delighted to announce that the prestigious TechWorks Awards & Gala Dinner will return to London for 2024.

Join us on Wednesday 4th December at the five-star Royal Lancaster Hotel, overlooking the elegant Hyde Park.

This black-tie event brings together 300+ professionals from across the UK tech industry, providing an excellent opportunity to connect with executives from large to medium enterprises and innovative start-ups, investors, academic leaders, industry experts and government representatives.

The highlight of the UK Deep Tech social calendar, this is a celebration of UK tech achievements. With a networking drinks reception, lavish gala dinner, ten hotly sought-after awards and a celebrity guest speaker, this will be an unforgettable evening. Enjoy this invaluable opportunity to make new connections or host existing clients whilst building brand awareness.

Now Booking

£195

Member Award & Gala Dinner Ticket 

£263

Non-Member Award & Gala Dinner Ticket 

£1945*

Members Full Table 

£2625*

Non-Members Full Table 

* If you would like us to invoice you directly at the table price (plus VAT), contact us at [email protected].

Note: Prices do not inc. VAT and fees

Don’t miss out

Don’t miss out

The TechWorks Gala Dinner and Awards provide a fantastic showcase for excellence in the fast-paced tech industry – celebrating achievements & behaviours conducive to a healthy and vibrant industry. In 2023 we headed off to Manchester, home of many a britpop legend (and at least one pretty good football team) for our annual awards which was was hosted by comedian and actor, Alun Cochrane

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Venue

Lancaster Terrace, London W2 2TY  | +44 207 551 6000 | [email protected]  | www.royallancaster.com

A proudly independent Hyde Park hotel, where location meets luxury

With 411 beautifully designed rooms and suites combine timeless style with comfort and sustainable touches, all complemented by their truly charming hospitality and unparalleled views of the iconic London skyline. From the honey bees on the roof to the most authentic cuisine served at Nipa Thai; every stay in London is unique and unforgettable at Royal Lancaster London.

Book now at our special rate (limited rooms are available)

If guests would like to book additional nights at the hotel, please email [email protected]

Rates will be subject to availability.

The TechWorks Awards

The TechWorks Awards

Applications deadline is 1st November

During the proceedings, we’ll announce the winners of the TechWorks Awards, celebrating individual and company achievements across the UK tech scene. The awards are open to all organisations active within the tech industry, with award categories to fit a wide range of sectors. They are FREE to enter, with a simple online applications process.

Awards Categories for All

Individual Awards


UKESF Scholar of the Year 

The UKESF scholar who has made the most significant contribution to their sponsoring employee and their profession.

Young Engineer of the Year

An engineer under 30, who has demonstrated significant achievements in engineering, business or personal development

Entrepreneur of the year 

An individual who demonstrates that rare combination of technology innovation, business vision and inspirational leadership in bringing new technology to market.​

Techworks Contribution to Industry 

An individual who has made a significant positive impact in the Deep Tech industry over a sustained period of time.

Company Awards


Design Innovation

Innovative product design which brings a novel solution to the market. Including meaningful collaboration between stakeholders to deliver world-class technology with high potential for wide market adoption.

Technology Breakthrough

A company exploiting a fundamental technology breakthrough, which is both innovative and novel, and has demonstrated impressive growth and market traction as a result.

TechWorks Company of the Year

Special recognition of a company which stands out as an inspirational UK success story. Either through impressive business growth, market penetration or corporate citizenship etc.

Deep Tech Startup of the year

A pre-revenue early-stage business showing significant promise through a combination of novel technology, good understanding of product-market fit and encouraging market traction.

Network Awards


NMI: Manufacturer of the Year

An advanced manufacturing organisation which has achieved significant business improvement through development of new products, services and/ or improved processes.

NMI: Supplier of the Year

An organisation that has a proven record of excellence in supply of goods and services to the advanced manufacturing sector. This award is given by our manufacturer community based on overall performance.

IoTSF: Cybersecurity Leadership

An innovative product or service demonstrating step-change improvement in IoT security and protection to customers’ business and the wider connected eco-system.

AESIN: Automotive Systems Innovation

An organisation, or project team exploiting innovative technology to add value to an end-product or service, whilst also meeting user needs, reliability and market window requirements.

Click on an award to apply

Our previous winners

Our previous winners

Alternative Accommodation

Best Western Mornington Hotel

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