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Sir Philip Dilley awarded lifetime achievement award

Charlotte S Charlotte Fernández UKIMEA Press Office,Leeds
18 November 2014

Former Chairman recognised for services to consultancy and engineering.

Sir Philip Dilley, Arup Trustee and former Group Chairman, was presented with the ‘Lifetime achievement award’ at the European CEO awards hosted by the Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE).

The European CEO awards recognise and celebrate the contribution of business leaders in the consultancy and engineering sector throughout Europe.

I am hugely honoured to have been recognised in this way by such a prestigious organisation. The award is testament to the combined effort of every Arup employee, every one of whom contributes to the success of the firm. Sir Philip Dilley, Arup Trustee and former Group Chairman

What we have seen here tonight is the very best that the industry can produce, skilled experts and role models making genuine contributions. We must all endeavour to follow where they lead and use their example to inspire us. Our industry is full of leaders and they are an enormous advantage that will ensure the UK professional services and consultancy sector remains at the global pinnacle.

Dr Nelson Ogunshakin OBE, chief executive of ACE

The awards were presented to five top individuals. CEOs are nominated for the awards based on their contribution to their companies’ financial performance, innovation, vision and wider contribution to society and the environment. The awards provide recognition to exceptional leaders within the industry, identifying innovative creative leaders that have demonstrated strong integrity and contributed to the industry and society.