This award acknowledges a lessor's significant contributions to sustainability, whether within their organisation or for their clients. Judges will look for proven initiatives that protect the environment, conserve energy, and reduce carbon emissions.

Nominees must have implemented a comprehensive circular economy solution, encompassing the entire value chain from collection to remarketing of used equipment. Judges will consider the effectiveness of the applicant's asset management systems, refurbishment processes, and remarketing capabilities.

This award recognises a pioneering policy, product, or B2B/B2C platform that transforms how lessors engage with customers, including subscription or Pay-as-you-go models. Judges will assess the innovation's impact on customer experience, cost efficiency, transaction speed, and communication effectiveness.

This award recognises a pioneering policy, product, or B2B/B2C platform that transforms how lessors engage with customers, including subscription or Pay-as-you-go models. Judges will assess the innovation's impact on customer experience, cost efficiency, transaction speed, and communication effectiveness.

This award celebrates a lessor who excels in managing distribution channels by effectively integrating channel partners, such as resellers and dealers, into their 'Go2Market' model. The judges will evaluate evidence of business growth within the distribution channel, the implementation of robust online capabilities, and the provision of value-added services that enhance the partnership.

This award recognises lessors who have supported the energy transition through financing innovative assets and solutions, such as renewables, EV chargers, and e-mobility. Judges will look for evidence of programme success and uptake, as well as creative approaches to emerging markets.

Nominees must operate in at least two of Europe’s five major economies and generate at least €500m in new business annually. The award will go to a European lessor who demonstrates leadership in the industry through market initiatives, innovative products, or value-added services. The judges will also consider the lessor’s brand presence across multiple jurisdictions, vendor satisfaction, and achievement of significant deal volumes.

This prestigious award honours an individual who has significantly shaped the international leasing industry throughout their career. The recipient will have led strategic developments, steered companies through challenges, and mentored colleagues. Their influence will extend beyond their organisation to the broader leasing community and the business world. This award recognises a lifetime of talent, tenacity, experience, and dedication.

This award recognises firms that provide exceptional service to the leasing and asset finance industry, challenging industry norms while demonstrating deep sector expertise. Eligible companies include management consultants, legal firms, and marketing agencies. Judges will assess the breadth of services offered, successful project examples, and the firm’s reputation in the market. Talent acquisition and development will also be considered.

This award honours European and UK asset finance lenders who have shown a strong commitment to supporting the SME market. Judges will look for clear evidence of engagement with SME clients, endorsements from satisfied customers, and the lender's growth trajectory in the SME sector.

This category recognises a lessor who has partnered with a manufacturer to deliver bespoke asset finance at the point of sale. The judges will consider evidence of strong and effective partnerships, OEM satisfaction, vendor endorsements, and a clear commitment to the specific business sector.

This award highlights an outstanding professional under the age of 40 who has made a significant impact in the leasing and asset finance industry in 2024. The winner may not yet hold a senior position but will be recognised for positively influencing their company and the broader industry. Peer recognition of their contributions will be key to selection.