Toddington based firm that operates UK's largest motorway service area business wins award
A Toddington based business that is the country’s largest provider of motorway service areas has been recognised as part of the British Business Awards.
Moto Hospitality’s chief executive Ken McMeikan was crowned a winner in the CEO Of The Year category at the awards, in recognition of his leadership, innovation and commitment to employee welfare.
After receiving the award Mr McMeikan said: “I am incredibly humbled and proud to receive this prestigious award, but it is truly a recognition of the entire 6,000+ strong team at Moto.
“Their relentless dedication to serving 130 million customers a year, and their passion for creating a positive impact on society are the real driving force behind our success.
“This award is testament to their hard work, and I accept it on behalf of every single one of them.
“It is their commitment that allows us to invest in the future, from leading the roll out of ultra-rapid EV charging facilities, to supporting vital causes through the Moto Foundation and in particular, supporting our national charity partner, Mind, who do such amazing work in the mental health field."
Mr McMeikan oversaw the growth of Moto’s revenues to more than £1.1 billion in 2025, while he has also led its ambition to decarbonise the motorway network, thanks to the operation of more than 1,000 ultra-rapid EV charging bays.
Meanwhile his focus on creating a positive workplace was recognised through the title of Most Inclusive CEO award in the fields of hospitality, travel and leisure at the 2024 Inclusion In Awards.
All 150 companies shortlisted for the awards were evaluated for business performance, innovation, workforce and culture, customer impact and contribution to society and the wider economy.
The highest performing companies across all categories were then selected for awards by a panel from the British business industry.
Moto Hospitality is headquartered at the Toddington northbound services, which is located on the M1 northbound and southbound between junctions 11 and 12.
The awards were compered by comedians Rob Brydon and Elaine C Smith, featured a keynote speech from Sir Bob Geldof, and an appearance from actor George Clooney.
The ceremony took place in Edinburgh on April 30 and was preceded by a fundraising dinner at The Gleneagles Hotel the previous evening.
The two events have combined to raise almost £2 million for Social Bite, the homelessness charity which was selected as the awards’ chosen charity.
Chair of the judging panel for the awards Alan Jope CBE said: “Congratulations to all the winners!
“It was a tough shortlist, the calibre was extremely high, so the winners were up against some impressive competition.
“The money generously donated by guests at the awards will go a long way to supporting people in our communities who need it thanks to Social Bite.”