09/01/2026
Fluid AV Shortlisted For AV Reseller And Integrator Of The Year
Fluid AV, a leading provider of smart audio-visual integration solutions, has been named a finalist in the AV Reseller and Integrator of the Year category at the AV News Awards 2026, placing the company alongside some of the most established names in the global professional AV sector.
The recognition comes after a standout year for Fluid AV, which has seen its turnover increase by approximately 300%, its workforce double, and its UK presence expand with the opening of a new office in Scotland. The company has also successfully secured major competitive contracts, winning tenders against some of the industry’s largest integrators. Innovation has been a key driver of this growth. Fluid AV recently launched a bespoke QR-based service desk system across all AV solutions, enabling instant fault reporting, automatically capturing key system data, reducing service call times by up to 60%, and enhancing the overall client experience.
Stephen Mayne, Founder and Managing Director at Fluid AV, said: "This recognition reflects the hard work and ambition of our team. We've focused on building a strong, innovative business that delivers real value for clients, and to be shortlisted alongside some of the biggest names in the industry is something we're incredibly proud of."
The AV Reseller and Integrator of the Year award celebrates excellence in technical delivery, customer service, and operational performance. Winners will be announced at the AV News Awards Ceremony on 3 February 2026 during the ISE trade show in Barcelona.
The recognition comes after a standout year for Fluid AV, which has seen its turnover increase by approximately 300%, its workforce double, and its UK presence expand with the opening of a new office in Scotland. The company has also successfully secured major competitive contracts, winning tenders against some of the industry’s largest integrators. Innovation has been a key driver of this growth. Fluid AV recently launched a bespoke QR-based service desk system across all AV solutions, enabling instant fault reporting, automatically capturing key system data, reducing service call times by up to 60%, and enhancing the overall client experience.
Stephen Mayne, Founder and Managing Director at Fluid AV, said: "This recognition reflects the hard work and ambition of our team. We've focused on building a strong, innovative business that delivers real value for clients, and to be shortlisted alongside some of the biggest names in the industry is something we're incredibly proud of."
The AV Reseller and Integrator of the Year award celebrates excellence in technical delivery, customer service, and operational performance. Winners will be announced at the AV News Awards Ceremony on 3 February 2026 during the ISE trade show in Barcelona.
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