Beldam Crossley shortlisted for Innovation and Sustainability awards

• ·       Bolton-based engineering firm Beldam Crossley has been shortlisted in two categories at the 2025 Make UK Manufacturing Awards: Best Innovation and Best Energy & Sustainability business.
• ·       The company was recognised for its development of Crossflon® XS, a proprietary new grade of filled PTFE designed for subsea environments.
• ·       The sustainability shortlist reflects Beldam Crossley’s environmental strategy, which includes Carbon Literacy Project Bronze accreditation and ongoing emissions reduction initiatives.
• ·       Beldam Crossley is also a finalist for the Growth Award at the 2025 Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) Excellence Awards.
• ·       The GMCC shortlist highlights businesses driving innovation, community impact, and excellence across Greater Manchester, with Beldam Crossley competing in the Growth Award category.
• ·       The Make UK regional awards are followed by national awards due early 2026.
• ·       Dave Haxton, Managing Director of Beldam Crossley, expressed pride in the company’s dual nominations and commitment to innovation and sustainability.

As reported by UK Manufacturing Online on 1 September 2025, Bolton-based Beldam Crossley has been shortlisted in two categories at the prestigious Make UK Manufacturing Awards 2025: Best Innovation and Best Energy & Sustainability business. These accolades put Beldam Crossley alongside some of the region’s largest and most pioneering manufacturing companies in the North West of England.

In addition, the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) announced on 2 September 2025 that Beldam Crossley is a finalist for the Growth Award at the GMCC Excellence Awards 2025. This award acknowledges outstanding businesses in Greater Manchester that demonstrate notable growth, innovation, and community impact.

According to the detailed coverage by UK Manufacturing Online, the Innovation nomination recognises Beldam Crossley’s advanced product development, notably the creation of Crossflon® XS, a pioneering proprietary grade of filled PTFE. This material has been engineered to meet the extreme demands of subsea environments, notably in offshore projects requiring linear bearings capable of withstanding:

·       Extremely high vertical pressures

·       Minimal friction

·       Enhanced creep resistance

·       Long-term durability in corrosive subsea environments

Crossflon® XS guarantees zero maintenance over a projected 20-year lifespan, marking a significant advancement in subsea engineering materials.

The company's shortlist in the Best Energy & Sustainability category highlights its ambitious environmental strategy. As per the UK Manufacturing report, Beldam Crossley has achieved Bronze accreditation with the Carbon Literacy Project. The company continues to implement initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions, improving resource efficiency, and embedding sustainable practices throughout its operations.

This dual nomination exemplifies Beldam Crossley’s balanced commitment to both cutting-edge innovation and sustainability leadership within the manufacturing sector.

Dave Haxton, Managing Director at Beldam Crossley, told UK Manufacturing Online that the company is “incredibly proud to be shortlisted in not one but two categories at the Make UK Awards.” He emphasised that the recognition for both innovative product development and sustainability efforts “is a testament to the hard work, creativity, and dedication of our entire team.” Haxton highlighted that standing alongside some of the biggest names in UK manufacturing "demonstrates just how far we’ve come and where we’re heading”.

The Make UK Manufacturing Awards are an esteemed event celebrating the best in British industry. They recognise companies driving positive change, shaping the manufacturing future, and contributing to economic growth alongside environmental progress. The regional finals for the North West take place in late 2025, with winners advancing to the national awards ceremony planned for early 2026.

The GMCC Excellence Awards illuminate outstanding businesses and individuals in Greater Manchester who are setting new standards in innovation, community contribution, and business growth. Beldam Crossley’s presence on the Growth Award shortlist positions it among local companies recognised for remarkable expansion and influence within the region.

The GMCC reported a record number of entries this year, highlighting the competitive nature of the awards and the prestige of being shortlisted. The awards lunch and winner announcements are scheduled for 10 October 2025 at Manchester Hall.

While primary media focus remains on the Make UK and GMCC nominations, Beldam Crossley recently nominated its apprentice machinist Paddy for an Apprentice of the Year award, underlining the company’s commitment to nurturing talent within the engineering sector.