Nick Wirth Shortlisted for IET Achievement Medal Award 2025

We are proud to share the news that our founder and Chief Technical Officer, Nick Wirth, has been shortlisted for the prestigious IET Achievement Medal Award 2025. Presented annually by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the Achievement Awards celebrate outstanding individuals whose contributions have had a transformative impact on engineering, technology, science, and society worldwide.The shortlisting of Nick Wirth places him among a select group of global innovators recognised for shaping the industries of today and opening possibilities for the future. His career spans more than three decades, marked by pioneering developments that have redefined the application of advanced engineering across multiple sectors. From his trailblazing work in motorsport aerodynamics to groundbreaking advances in simulation-driven automotive design and environmentally focused technologies, Nick has consistently demonstrated how visionary engineering can solve real-world challenges and set new benchmarks for innovation.At Wirth Research, Nick has led the creation and deployment of cutting-edge digital methodologies that have reduced reliance on physical prototypes, accelerated innovation cycles, and delivered more sustainable design processes for clients across automotive, transport, and built-environment sectors. His leadership is characterised not only by technical excellence but also by a determination to inspire and mentor the next generation of engineers and technologists—a commitment that reflects the ethos of the IET itself.

For our team, this recognition is not just a celebration of Nick’s personal achievements, but also a validation of our collective mission: to deliver engineering solutions that combine creativity, scientific rigour, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. The IET’s acknowledgment underscores the impact of this approach on industries undergoing rapid transformation, where innovation and sustainability are now inextricably linked.

The winners of the IET Achievement Awards will be formally announced later this year, following a highly competitive nomination and judging process that brings together some of the most influential figures in global engineering. Regardless of the outcome, Nick’s shortlisting provides Wirth Research with an opportunity to highlight the values that drive our business—innovation, leadership, and a commitment to shaping a better future through engineering.

We congratulate Nick on this remarkable recognition and look forward to celebrating the results with our colleagues, clients, and partners on the 17th October.