Our independent judging panel is keen to identify individuals, organisations or groups who've truly set themselves apart. We want to hear from every corner of the Australian maritime sector and encourage you to take part and nominate individuals, organisations or groups you think deserve to be recognised. Eligibility for nominations spans across the board – businesses, corporate entities, nonprofits, and private individuals alike. Feel free to nominate oneself, a valued client, or a customer for any award category.

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Diversity & Inclusion Award

This award recognises organisations within the shipping, maritime and logistics sectors that demonstrate a strong commitment to creating fair, diverse, equitable and inclusive workplaces.

Open to companies, organisations and industry initiatives of all sizes, the award celebrates those embedding diversity and inclusion through leadership, workplace practices, policies, programs, recruitment, retention, professional development or cultural change.

The award recognises organisations that are fostering inclusive environments, creating opportunities for underrepresented groups and delivering positive outcomes for employees, workplaces and the broader industry.

Judges will consider:

commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion through policies, programs or workplace practices
leadership in creating a fair, inclusive and respectful workplace culture
initiatives that improve attraction, retention, development or advancement of diverse talent
contribution to positive organisational or industry-wide change
demonstrated outcomes, measurable progress or evidence of impact

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Why enter or nominate for an award?

Gain national recognition and elevate yourself and your business.

The awards are open to individuals and businesses involved in or supporting the Australian Shipping & Maritime Logistics industry.

1. Stand out in a competitive market

For organisations, securing a DCN Australian Shipping & Maritime Industry award will set you apart from your competitors. For individuals, recognition will underpin career advancement and offer industry-wide recognition.

2. Highlight your achievements

Judged by a highly regarded, independent and trusted panel and backed by a rigorous methodology for assessment, a DCN Australian Shipping & Maritime Industry award is peer-reviewed recognition of your capabilities and passion for driving the industry forward.

3. Reinforce your contribution to the industry’s growth and success

A DCN Australian Shipping & Maritime Industry award can reaffirm the role of your organisation, or you personally, in supporting the growth of our industry, especially as cargo enters a new era and embraces technological innovation.