Nominations will open on Monday 19th January 2026

Nominations criteria and process Nominations are open to individuals, teams, organisations, and partnerships across the UK working in the space sector, its supply chain, or in industries that utilise space technologies.

The Hazels welcome entries from across the UK that demonstrates originality, audacity, and the ability to inspire others. Nominees can enter one or more overarching categories and subcategories, clearly describing how they meet each of these.

 Entry Fee - There is a £25 entry fee, though concessions are available, should this fee be challenging.

Nominations should be in the form of a short selfie or video of around 1 minute in length, up to 2 minutes maximum, with flexible accessible alternatives considered in line with individual needs

Nominations will open on Monday 19th January 2026

Being nominated for an award provides external validation by their peers, of the efforts, hard work and pure genius of the individual and organisations crucial to the success of the UK space industry.

Public Vote - our strategic partner, Orbiteer will manage a separate public vote for the best Space Mentor of the year.

More on information on the nominations criteria and process will be available when the awards nominations open on 19th January 2026 or get in touch to receive information updates in your inbox