The first Paul Bidwell Memorial Award was presented on the first evening of
This new Plantworx Award recognises the long term contribution made to the UK construction plant industry by the well-liked Paul Bidwell who tragically died in May last year at the age of only 58. Having first worked for
The Award presentation provided a good opportunity for colleagues and friends to fondly remember Paul who was, for so many years, so much a part of the UK plant exhibition scene. Paul’s wife, Rosie, and his son, James, travelled from Verwood, Dorset, South West England, to Plantworx’s Bruntingthorpe, Leicestershire home to personally hand the Award over to a very appreciative Altrad Belle team. At the handover, Rosie stated that Paul loved his job and was particularly passionate about Plantworx.
During the well-attended award ceremony on 6th June, CEA chief executive and Plantworx team leader Rob Oliver stated that Paul was a very committed and valued colleague. Paul was one of the original members of the Plantworx ‘working-group’ and his extensive experience and informed advice really helped to shape the event. So it is apt that, with this Award, his cherished memory will live on.