“When it comes to climate change and sustainable development, there’s no space for half measures. That’s why, as a national electrical wholesaler in New Zealand, Ideal is reaffirming its commitment to sustainability by sponsoring the Sustainability Award category at the Master Electricians Excellence Awards,” says Roger Edgar, Managing Director of Ideal Electrical Suppliers.

“The awards are great for the industry and provide a boost for businesses – they profile leadership and help with reputation,” said Shane Bell, Managing Director at Des Scott Electrical 2008 Ltd - winner of the 2022 Excellence in Innovation Award. “We found it a good way to showcase our work, to see where we sit in the market, and the awards help attract quality staff and build morale.” Des Scott Electrical created a mobile seed cleaner, an innovation that could transform the seed-cleaning process worldwide.

Alex Feeney, NZ General Manager at KME Services, winner of the 2022 Excellence in Lighting Design Award and Excellence Award for a Project over $5 million, said “It was good to get recognition for some hard work and it helped with the perception of our business. The awards are 100% a positive for the industry and for the winners’ reputations. They helped with promoting the business and showcasing our abilities.” 

KME Services won the Lighting Design Award and Electrical Project Award – Over $5 million for its design, installation, and commissioning of the electrical supply and reticulation, general and emergency lighting, and control and lighting protection systems (seismic restraints) of the new Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre.