IWMA Announces wire Düsseldorf 2026 Education Awardees

IWMA is delighted to introduce the recipients of the 2026 IWMA Wire Education Award – a talented group of emerging professionals set to further their development within the global wire and cable industry.

The Wire Education Award continues to provide an immersive and structured learning experience, designed to support the next generation of industry talent and strengthen global connections across the sector.

The 2026 programme attracted some impressive applications from IWMA member companies worldwide. Following a careful selection process, this year’s awardees will begin their Düsseldorf experience with a dedicated Meet & Greet event before embarking on a tailored itinerary that combines technical learning, exhibition access and valuable networking opportunities.

Participants will receive complimentary access to wire Düsseldorf 2026 as part of a specially curated four-day programme combining structured learning with a guided tour of the exhibition. The schedule also includes attendance to the exclusive IWMA member networking event, offering the opportunity to connect with industry peers and leaders in a relaxed setting.

Designed particularly for those at an early stage in their careers or new to wire exhibitions, the initiative provides first-hand exposure to one of the industry’s most influential international events and concludes with a formal presentation delivered alongside our industry partners Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, recognising the participants’ achievement.

Through the Wire Education Award, IWMA continues to demonstrate its commitment to nurturing talent and investing in the long-term future of the wire and cable industry.

Thanking all that nominated, we are pleased to welcome the following awardees from IWMA member companies to Düsseldorf this April

• Jamie Fagg, Development Engineer, BWE Ltd
• Christopher Blampied, Operations Controller, Cable Tapes UK Ltd
• Enise Çevik, Sales Support Specialist, GMM Cable Machinery
• Caitlin Kerfoot, Trainee Management Accountant, Pentre Group
• Mathieu Schwoerer, Electronics & Software Engineer, AESA SA
• Justin Green, Trainee Engineer, Cape Gate (Pty) Ltd
• Dominic Tasker-Meachen, Apprentice, Bekaert

Follow the awardees’ journey at wire Düsseldorf 2026 via updates on our LinkedIn page, website news section and in future editions of IWMA Insider.

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to hear from previous awardees and get a glimpse of their experience at wire 2024.