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title: CPA Gala Dinner – the construction plant-hire industry social and networking event of the year
description: Join the CPA Gala Dinner on November 6, 2025, for a premier networking event with fine dining, industry speakers, and entertainment in Liverpool.
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# [CPA Gala Dinner – the construction plant-hire industry social and networking event of the year](https://thecea.org.uk/industry-news/cpa-gala-dinner-the-construction-plant-hire-industry-social-and-networking-event-of-the-year)

 Written by [Louise Carney](https://thecea.org.uk/industry-news/author/louise-carney) | Oct 22, 2025 9:21:59 AM

The CEA (Construction Equipment Association) is proud to be a sponsor of the **Construction Plant-hire Association’s Gala Dinner**, taking place at the stunning **St George’s Hall, Liverpool**, on **Thursday 6th November 2025**.

With just over two weeks to go, the CPA Gala Dinner is shaping up to be **the construction plant-hire industry’s social and networking event of the year**.

This brand-new black-tie event is a highlight on the CPA calendar and promises an unforgettable evening of fine dining, legendary speakers, and industry celebration – with a three-course menu prepared by a team of 5* Michelin experienced chefs.

The Gala Dinner is open to both CPA members and non-members, with **tables of 11, half tables of 5, or individual tickets** available to book online at [www.cpa.uk.net/cpa-gala-dinner-2025](https://www.cpa.uk.net/cpa-gala-dinner-2025), or by contacting Lisa Collins on 07968 840390 / lisa@lisacollinscommunications.co.uk.

Alongside the CEA, the event has attracted significant sponsorship from across the sector, including **NOCN Group** (Headline Sponsor), **NPORS** (Drinks Reception Sponsor), and **Plant Planet** (Media Partner), with additional support from **Ainscough Crane Hire, Construction Hoist Interest Group (CHIG), The Hire Exchange, Instagrid, JCB**, and **Point of Rental/Record360**.

The evening will be hosted by **Peter Haddock** of *Content With Media*, with after-dinner entertainment from football legend **John Barnes** and comedian **Bobby Davro** – ensuring a night to remember for the entire industry.

As proud supporters of this inaugural event, the **CEA looks forward to joining CPA members and colleagues from across the sector** for an evening celebrating the people, companies, and achievements that make the construction equipment and plant-hire industry exceptional.

 

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