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HMG Paints Celebrates 4 Nominations at the 2026 BCF Awards

The shortlist was announced on 11 September, and the winners will be announced on 12 November, at The Queens Hotel in Leeds.

HMG Paints, a Manchester-based paint manufacturer, has been shortlisted for four awards at the British Coatings Federation (BCF) Awards 2026.

The shortlist, which was announced on 11th September 2026, was compiled following a series of independent judging sessions, with entries submitted by businesses from across the UK coatings industry. 

The nomination highlights the range of training initiatives developed across HMG, including improvements to internal training systems, the Swarm of Change Program and the continued development of the business-dedicated Spray Training and Brush Application Centre. 

QMS Coordinator Ankita Biswas was shortlisted for the Rising Star award, Purchasing Assistant Kyle Murray for Apprentice of the Year and Brand Development & Communications Manager Gracienne Ikin for Young Leader of the Year. 

Ankita’s nomination for the Rising Star award recognizes the impact she has made since joining HMG in 2024, particularly her contribution to the company’s quality and environmental standards. Her involvement in achieving HMG’s ISO 14001 certification in 2025 has highlighted her commitment to continuous improvement across the business.

Kyle’s nomination for Apprentice of the Year showcases his professional development during his time at HMG, having achieved a Distinction in his Procurement and Supply Apprenticeship. His progression from production into purchasing has seen him contribute to improvements the in HMG’s continued supplier partnerships.

Grace’s nomination for Young Leader of the Year recognizes her continued growth and leadership throughout almost 13 years at HMG. Her contributions to business development, employee wellbeing and charitable initiatives have made a lasting impact across the company.

With a strong history of success at the BCF Awards, including winning both the Marketing Campaign of the Year Award and Excellence in Training Award in 2023, HMG continues to build on its previous achievements for both the company and its people.

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