EXHIBITION NEWS AWARDS28 www.exhibitionnews.co.ukRight: The new-look West Hall entrance dressed up in this year's awards coloursTop row: A host of the industry's finest in their glad rags line up on our pink carpetCentre and far right: Winners included Amsterdam RAI, DSEi, and Renewables RoadshowRight: Master of ceremonies, comedian Stewart Francis Right, second from bottom: The IMEX team wins Best International LaunchBottom row (left to right): The teams from Earls Court; ASP; Melville; and Brand Events

EXHIBITION NEWS AWARDSwww.exhibitionnews.co.uk 29Industry nIght of nIghtsthere were 850 of the exhibition community's finest in attendance at this year's Exhibition News Awards. the night kicked off with a networking drinks reception, followed by a sumptuous three-course dinner and entertainment.for the first time in the history of the awards, we presented the Exhibition news Pioneer Award. this year's recipient was roger shashoua, for his incredible achievements in expanding the exhibition industry. After dinner, master of ceremonies and comedian stewart francis kicked off the highly-anticipated awards presentation, where 10 companies and 10 individuals were honoured for their outstanding efforts over the past year. PHOTOGRAPHY BY BABYOLIVE