FAQs
General Information
Yes, the dress code is smart casual.
The reception is exclusively for our finalists, winners, judges and supporters.
Each finalist receives one complimentary ticket.
You must bring your ticket confirmation and photo ID.
Yes there will be security on the door at the event.
There is a photographer and videographer present at the event, however the event will not be televised.
The event will be recorded but is not publicly available or live streamed.
Participation and Nominations
Nominations can be submitted through our website, by completing the nomination form. If you head to our ‘Awards’ page, you will be linked through to our event platform where you create your account and start to create your nomination.
Eligibility criteria for nominations can be found on each award.
Yes, self-nominations are allowed.
Finalists for 2026 will be announced week commencing 27th April.
Closed awards are not available to enter as they are chosen by the relevant event partners.
There are no fees associated with any stage of the entry / nomination process and every finalist receives one free ticket thanks to our event supporters.
Event Logistics
There is a car park opposite the venue’s Wapping Lane entrance with capacity for 615 vehicles. This is owned and run by an external company, YellowPark, and spaces can be booked through their website.
Tobacco Dock is located in the heart of East London’s thriving enterprise zone, within striking distance of Central London and straightforward to reach by public transport, lying between Wapping (Overground) and Shadwell (Overground and DLR) stations, as well as plenty of nearby bus stops (routes 100 and D3).
Yes, there will be a drinks reception with canapes Additional beverages are available at the venue bar.
We suggest booking local accommodation early.
Any guest under 18 must have a chaperone. All guests must be 16 or older unless agreed with the organisers.
The venue is fully accessible, if you have specific accessibility requirements please contact us at info@futuretechevents.com
Ceremony Details
The schedule is as follows, please note timings may change and communicated via email:
- 18.00 – Arrival and drinks reception
- 20.00 – Welcome and opening remarks, award presentations
- 22.30 – Closing remarks
- 22.30 – Midnight – Post awards networking
Additional Information
For more information, please contact info@futuretechevents.com
Yes, sponsorship opportunities are available and can be viewed on our sponsor page.
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