The London International Wine Fair has won the exhibition industry's highest accolade at the AEO (Association of Event Organisers) annual awards. Around 900 event industry professionals packed into the Park Lane Hilton for the occasion culminating in the announcement of the winner of The Best Trade Show category.

Beating strong international competition, the London International Wine Fair united the judges in their final decision. They commented on the Fair: "An intelligent show implemented with smart marketing, joined-up thinking and a great team who pulled everything together by being ahead of the curve".

James Murray, event director, said, "we're absolutely thrilled with the award. As a relatively small but passionate team working for a private company we're able to immerse ourselves totally in the wine and spirits industry and to be recognised as leaders in our field is a great achievement."