Daltons Wadkin is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted for the Family Business of the Year Award at the East Midlands Business of the Year Awards 2025.
The prestigious awards, organised by TheBusinessDesk.com, celebrate outstanding businesses across the East Midlands, recognising excellence, innovation, and commitment across various sectors. The Family Business category specifically highlights businesses that make significant contributions to their industries, communities, and employees through strong family leadership and values.
Managing Director Alex Dalton said, “While I’m proud to be the fourth generation of Dalton leadership, our success is testament to the hard work, expertise, and dedication of our entire team.
"Sustainability and responsibility are central to our operations. We hold ISO 14001 certification for environmental management, have significantly reduced landfill waste by 80%, transitioned to energy-efficient LED lighting, and introduced electric vehicles into our fleet. Our Kimla fiber lasers offer ten times greater energy efficiency than traditional CO₂ lasers, supporting our goal to reach carbon neutrality by 2026.
"Socially, we have trained over 10,000 operators through our expert “Red Team” instructors, enhancing workplace skills and safety standards. Our ISO 45001 certification highlights our commitment to employee wellbeing. We actively support apprenticeships, engage with local institutions such as Nottingham Playhouse, and regularly host educational open days to inspire the next generation.
“This shortlisting recognises our achievements and motivates us to invest further in our people, technology, and relationships. We are excited for the future and grateful for the ongoing support from our dedicated team, customers, and partners.”
