Now in their 40th year, the Tallow Chandlers Awards to BP Technologists and Apprentices recognise individuals who show outstanding performance both inside the company and outside it in their own communities.

Seven young people from around the World received Tallow Chandlers awards from the Lady Mayoress, Mrs Wendy Parmley, on 9 November. The two overall winners were from BP Azerbaijan (Technical Apprentice) and Castrol (Technologist).
The Master hosted the event, with the participation of Mr John Baxter CBE, Chairman of the Tallow Chandlers/BP Liaison Committee. Mr Bob Fryar, Executive Vice President Safety & Operational Risk attended the event as principal guest from BP.