2026 Nominations are now open

WBJ is excited to announce that our 2026 nominations are now open for our annual Central Mass Manufacturing Excellence Awards program! This special awards program celebrates outstanding achievements and innovation across the manufacturing industry, recognizing individuals, teams, and organizations that demonstrate exceptional performance, leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Whether it’s breakthrough technology, sustainability efforts, or operational excellence, this is your opportunity to spotlight the people and projects setting new standards in manufacturing. Don’t miss the chance to honor excellence – submit your nomination today!

Click here to submit a nomination. 

Nominations close on Friday, February 6, 2026. 

WE WILL BE RECOGNIZING MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:

• General Excellence – companies that are the best of the best.
• Emerging Manufacturer/Rising Star – a company in business for 10 years or less that has made significant strides.
• Product Design & Innovation – a company with either a new product or a change to an existing product that has been well-received in the marketplace.
• Workforce Development & Productivity – a company that has worked to train workers for its systems or developed programs with area schools to train the incoming workforce.
• Sustainability/Green Manufacturing – a company that has made strides to reduce its carbon footprint and become more eco-friendly, either through its operations or its products.
• Collaboration in Manufacturing – a company that has developed unique partnerships to move its business and the industry forward.
• Manufacturing Champion – recognition of an individual who has worked to improve and support the manufacturing industry in this region.

For questions or to submit supplemental materials, contact bkane@wbjournal.com.

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