Retail Technology Show Crowned Best UK Trade Show at AEO Excellence Awards
Retail Technology Show (RTS), the flagship event connecting retail's changemakers with the technology innovators shaping the future of the sector, has been named Best UK Trade Show at the prestigious Association of Event Organisers (AEO) Excellence Awards.
The accolade recognises the continued growth, industry impact and exceptional event experience delivered by Retail Technology Show, which rapidly established itself as the UK's leading gathering for retail innovation, technology and digital transformation.
Lee Allen, Senior Marketing Manager of Retail Technology Show, said:
"Winning Best UK Trade Show is an incredible achievement and a testament to the passion, creativity and dedication of the entire RTS team. From our exhibitors and partners to the retailers and brands who make the show such a vibrant and valuable industry gathering, this award belongs to everyone who has helped shape the Retail Technology Show into the must-attend event for retail innovation."
The AEO Excellence Awards are regarded as the most respected benchmarks of success within the UK events industry, celebrating outstanding achievements across exhibitions, conferences, organisers, venues and suppliers.
Since its launch, Retail Technology Show has become a critical platform for retailers seeking the latest innovations across AI, customer experience, payments, supply chain, data analytics, ecommerce, store operations and unified commerce. The event's combination of cutting-edge technology showcases, thought leadership content and high-level networking has cemented its position at the heart of the retail industry calendar.
The award reflects the show's commitment to delivering measurable value for exhibitors, sponsors and attendees, while continually evolving to address the changing needs of modern retail.
Looking ahead, the RTS team is focused on building on this momentum and delivering an even bigger and more impactful event in 2027.
"This recognition reinforces our ambition to continue raising the bar for the industry," added Allen. "Retail is undergoing unprecedented transformation, and RTS will remain at the forefront of connecting retailers with the technologies, insights and partnerships that will define the future of commerce."
