Plumbing & Heating Awards 2026

On Friday evening, we were delighted to attend Ireland’s Plumbing & Heating Magazine Awards at the Europa Hotel, Belfast, where we were incredibly proud to bring home two awards!

🏆 Specialist Recognition Award – Brendan Gildernew
🏆 Apprentice of the Year – Highly Commended – Patrick Nugent

We’re incredibly proud of Brendan and Patrick and the outstanding contributions they make to our business and the wider industry.

With an impressive career spanning more than 25 years in the construction and engineering sector, Brendan’s journey is a testament to his passion for the industry and his determination to deliver the highest standards on every project.

Since joining NUGENT in 2003, Brendan has built an exceptional reputation through his hard work, expertise and genuine commitment to people and quality. His journey reflects not only his outstanding technical ability but also the trust and respect he has earned from colleagues, clients, consultants and industry partners. This recognition is thoroughly deserved!

Patrick Nugent is an equally deserving recipient of recognition, achieving Highly Commended in the Apprentice of the Year category. Throughout his apprenticeship, Patrick consistently demonstrated a positive attitude towards learning, a strong work ethic and a genuine enthusiasm for developing his knowledge and practical skills.

He has made excellent progress throughout his training, growing in confidence and demonstrating an impressive ability to apply his knowledge in practical situations. He takes feedback on board, embraces challenges and shows great problem-solving skills, always approaching difficult tasks with determination.

A huge thank you to Ireland’s Plumbing & Heating Magazine for hosting such a fantastic evening. Congratulations to all the winners and finalists, whose achievements continue to inspire and raise standards across our industry.