Celebrating the Australian Marine Industry

The Australian Marine Industry Awards celebrate outstanding achievement across Australia’s superyacht, marine export, and commercial marine sectors. The awards are presented by the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) and are open to members of AIMEX, Superyacht Australia, and the Australian Commercial Marine Group (ACMG).

Award Dateline

Benefits of Entering the Awards

The Australian Marine Industry Awards are free to enter and provide an opportunity to:

• Gain industry recognition for outstanding achievements
• Increase visibility through national media and industry exposure
• Showcase your projects, products and services
• Recognise and reward the achievements of your team
• Connect with industry leaders, peers and past award winners
  

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  A Global Opportunity for Apprentices

AIMEX’s commitment to supporting the future of Australia’s marine industry is epitomised through the Australian Marine Industry Apprentice of the Year Award.

The winner receives complimentary return flights to Amsterdam, accommodation and an industry pass to Metstrade, the world’s largest marine equipment trade show, sharing in the experience of the Australian delegation.

Awards Presentation Dinner

Enter the Awards

AUSTRALIAN COMMERCIAL MARINE AWARDS

In 2026, there are two Commercial Awards. The Australian Commercial Project, Design or Manufacturer of the Year Award remains unchanged, while a newly introduced category, the Australian Hospitality or Tourism Operator of the Year, brings together the former Hospitality Operator and Tourism Operator awards into one.

Apply – Australian Commercial Project, Design or Manufacturer of the Year Award

Apply – Australian Commercial Hospitality or Tourism Operator of the Year

MARINE INDUSTRY WIDE AWARDS

All members of ACMG, AIMEX and Superyacht Australia are invited to apply for the Marine Industry Wide Awards, which recognise excellence in marketing, innovation and apprenticeships, with the winning apprentice receiving the incredible opportunity to travel with the Australian delegation to Metstrade in Amsterdam.

Apply – Australian Marine Industry Apprentice of the Year

Apply – Australian Marine Industry Innovation of the Year  

Apply – Australian Marine Industry Marketing Strategy of the Year  

Submission Link

Once your award application is complete, submit it via the link below. Good luck!

AWARDS SUBMISSION LINK

Tips for a Successful Submission

TIP #1 – Apply for the awards! Remember the saying – you have to be in it to win it!

TIP #2 – Adhere to the maximum word limit. This year, any words over the maximum word limit will NOT contribute to the award application.

TIP #3 – Enhance your submission with graphs and data – they are not included in the word limit and are a strong way to demonstrate your story and success.

TIP #4 – Make it personal! While AI tools might help you craft a submission, our judges agree that entries with a personal touch really stand out. 

TIP #5 – Nominate only ONE apprentice for the Apprentice of the Year Award. This encourages you to carefully consider who best represents your organisation.

TIP #6 – Submit only ONE application per award category. Members are welcome to enter multiple award categories; however, only one entry is permitted within each individual award category.

TIP #7 – Ensure Australian-based content is included; this is especially applicable to overseas-based companies.

TIP #8 – Save your award application wtih your companies name so when we receive it, we know it is you!

TIP #9 – Complete all pages on the award application and submit online via the submission form.

Meet our Awards Judges

The Australian Marine Industry Awards are guided by a panel of respected industry leaders whose expertise and insight are invaluable. Their knowledge, experience, and careful evaluation ensure the awards maintain the highest standard of excellence, and it is their contribution that makes the awards the benchmark of achievement in the Australian marine sector.

To find out more about each of our judges, click here

Contact AIMEX

For more information about the Australian Marine Industry Awards, please contact our Marketing & Communications Manager, Melinda Frowde – mfrowde@aimex.asn.au

2025 Winners

The 2025 Australian Marine Industy Awards attracted a record number of entries, reflecting the depth of talent, innovation and ambition across the Australian marine industry. 

Explore the list of winners and finalists

Read more about the event and award recipients in the official media release

Celebrate your success, strengthen your profile, and position your business at the forefront of the Australian marine industry.