We are pleased to announce that the Road Haulage Association (RHA) joins SOE Safety and Resilience in Engineering Awards 2024 as a key sponsor.

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The Society of Operations Engineers proudly announces that the Road Haulage Association (RHA) will be a sponsor for the SOE Safety and Resilience in Engineering Awards 2024. As a key part of their sponsorship, the RHA will serve as a judge for the prestigious 'Future Leader' award, which honours emerging talent in the fields of safety and resilience in engineering. 

Celebrating Excellence in Engineering Safety and Resilience.

The Safety and Resilience in Engineering Awards recognise excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to safety across the engineering sector. The addition of the RHA as a sponsor highlights a shared dedication to advancing safety standards and fostering the next generation of industry leaders. This partnership reflects the RHA's mission to promote safety and excellence within the road haulage and logistics industry.

RHA to Judge the 'Future Leader' Award

As part of their sponsorship, the RHA will play a critical role in the awards by judging the prestigious 'Future Leader' award. This award celebrates rising stars of the industry. Primarily aimed at apprentices or young engineers who strive for the maximum knowledge and practical skills and embrace new technologies. This award could also be awarded to an individual who acts as an ambassador for the engineering profession, to inspire more people to consider an apprenticeship as a viable career alternative.  
Aaron Peters, Head of Technical, Engineering and Policy is the judge for this category. Aaron is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in operations and engineering management within the transport and healthcare sectors. Currently serving as the Head of Technical, Engineering, and Policy at the Road Haulage Association (RHA), Aaron focuses on providing technical expertise, engineering support, and strategic planning to future-proof the transport industry.

The RHA's involvement in the awards aligns with their broader commitment to enhancing safety and excellence within the road haulage industry. By recognising and celebrating future leaders, the RHA aims to inspire a culture of safety and resilience throughout the engineering sectors, ensuring that safety remains a top priority for the future generation.

Awards Ceremony to Highlight Industry Achievements

The SOE Safety and Resilience in Engineering Awards 2024 will take place on Thursday, 17th October at ThinkTank, Birmingham Museums, where the winners will be announced. This event will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals for an afternoon of recognition, celebrating the exceptional accomplishments of all the winners.


With the support of sponsors like the RHA, the awards aim to spotlight the crucial work being done to keep people safe and strengthen the industry's resilience for the future.

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