Hardy & Greys Ltd CAD Engineer, Karl Craik was recently shortlisted as a finalist for ‘Design Engineer of the Year’ Award under the British Engineering Excellence for 2009.
Karl, who worked with Greys Product Managers to design the newly launched Greys Torsion Bivvy’s revolutionary ‘Spyda Wynda’ concept, was nominated for the award through his ability to demonstrate and produce innovative and brilliant designs within strict commercial limits. Judges for the award were looking for engineers who have contributed to their industry and who work to promote engineering in the broader community.
The Award ceremony, held on 1st October at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London saw Karl battle it out against four other finalists. The host was ex Tomorrow’s World presenter, Kate Bellingham and the guest speaker, Sir Richard Noble, famous for his record braking supersonic car, Thrust SSC.
Karl said;
“Being nominated for such a prestigious award was one thing but then being a finalist for the award is well and truly another! I am proud to have been nominated for this award.”
Hardy & Greys Ltd, Research & Development Engineer, Colin Skene said;
“Karl’s work on the Greys Torsion Bivvy has given the company an award winning product that has really got the industry buzzing with excitement.”
