The prestigious North West Family Business Awards 2026 took centre stage at The Rum Warehouse, Titanic Hotel in Liverpool, celebrating the remarkable achievements of family-owned businesses across the region. Organised by The Family Business Community, the event brought together an audience of over 400, including family business leaders, their teams, and those that support the sector, to honour the innovation, resilience, and success of the North West’s finest family businesses.

Equip2Clean was named the winner of the Retail and E-Tailers category, a brilliant recognition of the hard work and dedication the whole team puts in day in, day out. Having been shortlisted earlier this year, the announcement marked a proud moment for everyone at the business.

Jonathan Paxton, Director at Equip2Clean, said: “This really is a team effort. Every person at Equip2Clean plays their part, and winning this award is a reflection of that. We’re a family business in every sense of the word, and to be recognised alongside so many other fantastic North West businesses means a great deal to all of us. We’ve worked hard to grow our online offering and make sure our customers get the best possible experience, so to have that acknowledged in this way is something we’re all really proud of.”

The evening was hosted by renowned food writer and broadcaster Nigel Barden, alongside event co-founders Dave Clarkson and Sue Howorth, who expressed their pride in the event’s success.

“We always aim to create an unforgettable experience, and hosting the awards in Liverpool this year added something truly special. The incredible turnout of family businesses and their supporters was a testament to the strength of the community. We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us to celebrate the achievements of these truly fantastic businesses. It was truly a night to remember!”