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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Port or Terminal of the Year Award

This award recognises excellence in the ports and terminals sector through infrastructure development, operational performance, technical innovation, strategic achievement or commercial success.

Open to ports, port authorities and terminal operators, the award celebrates initiatives, projects and achievements that have delivered significant benefits to port operations, customers, supply chains, communities or the broader maritime industry.

The award recognises excellence across areas including port and terminal development, operational improvement, innovation, safety, sustainability, productivity, commercial performance and strategic leadership.

Judges will consider:

excellence in operational performance or strategic achievement
innovation, technical advancement or implementation of new approaches
contribution to efficiency, productivity, safety, sustainability or customer outcomes
commercial success, strategic value or long-term industry benefit
demonstrated results, measurable outcomes 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.