SMART Balustrades is proud to announce that both the company and Managing Director David Hough have been shortlisted as finalists in the Express & Star Business Awards 2026.

David Hough has been named a finalist in the prestigious Business Person of the Year category, recognising his leadership, commitment and continued contribution towards the growth and success of SMART Balustrades across the UK construction industry.

In addition, SMART Balustrades has also been shortlisted for SME Business of the Year, highlighting the company’s continued expansion, project delivery success and growing reputation within the commercial, education, healthcare, residential and leisure sectors.

The recognition marks another significant milestone for the business and continues a strong history with the Express & Star Business Awards. SMART Balustrades has previously been shortlisted at the awards on multiple occasions, including being recognised twice as finalists in the Young Business of the Year category.

The winners of the Express & Star Business Awards 2026 will be announced later this year, and SMART Balustrades wishes all finalists the very best of luck.