E G Carter & Co Ltd Named Property & Construction Family Business of the Year 2026

E G Carter & Co Ltd is delighted to announce that it has been named Property & Construction Family Business of the Year 2026 at the National Family Business of the Year Awards. The award recognises excellence within the property and construction sector and was presented as part of the national awards programme organised by Family Business United, which celebrates the achievements of family-owned businesses from across the UK.

This national recognition is particularly meaningful for E G Carter & Co Ltd as a fourth-generation family business. While the company was founded in 1945, its heritage is rooted in the Carter family legacy, which spans more than a century. Throughout its history, E G Carter & Co Ltd has remained committed to the values that have defined the business for generations – integrity, quality, long-term relationships and a genuine commitment to the communities it serves.

The award acknowledges not only the longevity of the business but also its continued ability to evolve and thrive in a changing industry. Today, E G Carter & Co Ltd delivers projects across a range of sectors, combining traditional family business values with a forward-thinking approach to construction, sustainability, social value and customer service.

Sam Carter, Managing Director of E G Carter & Co Ltd, said:

"We are incredibly proud to receive this award. Being recognised as Property & Construction Family Business of the Year is a tremendous achievement and reflects the hard work, dedication and professionalism of our entire team.

As a family business, people have always been at the heart of what we do. This award belongs to everyone across E G Carter & Co Ltd, as well as the clients, consultants, supply chain partners and communities who continue to support us. We are grateful for their trust and proud of what we have achieved together."

The award also highlights the enduring strength of family-owned businesses within the UK economy. Family Business United described the 2026 awards as a celebration of the innovation, stewardship, values and long-term perspective that make family businesses such an important part of the country's business landscape.

For E G Carter & Co Ltd, the achievement represents another milestone in a journey that has been shaped by generations of leadership, the commitment of its employees and a determination to create positive outcomes for clients and communities alike.

As the business looks to the future, it remains committed to building on the values that have underpinned its success for more than 100 years while continuing to invest in its people, support local communities and deliver high-quality projects that stand the test of time.

E G Carter & Co Ltd would like to thank its employees, clients, consultants, supply chain partners and wider community for their continued support and for being part of this success story.