Glass Express Midlands Shortlisted for Two G Awards

Arun Photay of Glass Express Midlands

Glass Express Midlands has been shortlisted for two accolades at the 2025 G-Awards.

For the second year running, it is a finalist in the Glass Company of the Year category, while its Technical Manager, Kirsty Fortnam, has been nominated for the Unsung Hero Award which recognises her outstanding community involvement.

“These nominations reflect our team’s dedication to industry excellence and community engagement,” said Arun Photay, Managing Director. “Any opportunity to celebrate the hard work we put into the business, especially at the G-Awards, is one we look forward to every year.”

Arun added: “We’re especially proud of Kirsty. The outreach projects she leads make a real difference in our local community and inspire everyone around her.”

Kirsty fosters local educational partnerships, going into schools to promote the glass industry to the next generation of leaders. Along with this, she is an active volunteer with Outreach Angels, giving her time to support the homeless in Birmingham.

“Our team loves to get involved in projects which give back to the local community and help spark interest in the next generation of glass professionals,” explained Arun Photay. “We’re passionate about what we do and are always looking for new ways to grow our people and business.”

Glass Express Midlands continues to focus on responsible, high-quality manufacturing, backed by its Made in Britain accreditation and active participation in glass recycling schemes. Using its strategic positioning in the heart of the country, the IGU manufacturer delivers 3,000 units across the UK every week, serving both residential and commercial markets.

The 2025 G Awards will take place at the London Hilton on Park Lane on Friday 28 November, bringing together key figures across the UK glass sector to celebrate innovation and growth.

For more information, please visit glassexpressmidlands.uk