Eaton Smith Solicitors is delighted to announce that FMG, a leading provider of incident management and roadside recovery solutions, has been named the winner of their Business of the Month Award for November. This recognition celebrates the company’s exceptional business achievements, commitment to innovation, and outstanding contributions to the local and national economy.
Based in Huddersfield, FMG has earned a stellar reputation as a trusted partner for organisations looking to optimise their fleet operations and reduce incident-related downtime. With decades of experience, FMG provides a comprehensive range of services, including vehicle recovery, repair management, and cutting-edge telematics solutions designed to enhance fleet efficiency and safety.
FMG now employs over 900 people and continue to provide fulfilling and exciting career opportunities for local people and will continue to attract, retain and grow their own talent pool from within, by ensuring they provide colleague experiences that focusses on wellbeing, engagement, training and personal development.
The Eaton Smith Business of the Month Award is a testament to FMG’s dedication to delivering excellence, fostering employee engagement, and supporting sustainability initiatives. The award also underscores the company’s ability to navigate complex challenges in the modern business landscape while maintaining a strong focus on client satisfaction and community impact.
Ben Jackson, partner at Eaton Smith and Chair of the judging panel, commented: “FMG has demonstrated remarkable innovation, resilience, and leadership within their industry. Their holistic approach to fleet management and commitment to continuous improvement set them apart as a true leader. It is a pleasure to recognise their achievements with this award.”
Andrew Chandler, managing director at FMG expressed their gratitude for the recognition, stating: “FMG was launched in humble offices near Huddersfield town centre back in 1986 and as we’ve grown we’ve remained committed to our local roots. Whilst we operate UK-wide, all services are delivered by our talented team of over 900 colleagues from our head office in Bradley Business Park. We’re committed to delivering outstanding services whilst being a great employer and giving something back to the local community through fundraising partnerships. We’re delighted to win this award from Eaton Smith and have our achievements acknowledged by a leading local business.”
The Business of the Month Award is part of the Eaton Smith Business of the Year Awards, designed to celebrate outstanding businesses in the Kirklees, Calderdale, and Wakefield regions. As a monthly winner, FMG will be considered for the prestigious Business of the Year title, to be announced at a gala ceremony in June 2025.
Ben Jackson chaired the judging panel and was joined by Martin Hathaway (Mid Yorkshire Chamber), Annie Bradley (Department for Business & Trade) and Dave Rolinson (Spawforths).
You can apply for the business of the month award here - https://www.businessofthemonth.co.uk/
