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).

Awards Presentation Dinner

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2026 Australian Marine Industry Award Finalists

AUSTRALIAN COMMERCIAL MARINE AWARDS

In 2026, ACMG Members applied for the Australian Commercial Project, Design or Manufacturer of the Year Award and the newly combined category, the Australian Operator of the Year, which joined the former Hospitality Operator and Tourism Operator awards into one.

2026 Commercial Project, Design or Manufacturer Finalists – Aus Ships Group, Marine Structures, Norman R. Wright & Sons, Steber International and Sweep Workboats.

2026 Commercial Operator Finalists – All Event Cruises, CHAPMAN, Inception Cruises, Moonshadow TQC Cruises, OZ Jet Boating, Sea Sydney Harbour, SEADECK.

MARINE INDUSTRY WIDE AWARDS

Open to all members of ACMG, AIMEX and Superyacht Australia, the Marine Industry Wide Awards recognise excellence in marketing strategy, innovation and apprenticeships.  The winning apprentice will receive the incredible opportunity to travel with the Australian delegation to Metstrade in Amsterdam.

2026 Apprentice Finalists – Austal, Birdon, Halliday Engineering, Marine Air Flow International, Maritime Professional Solutions, Onboard Engineering and Riviera Australia

2026 Innovation Finalists – Bellingham Marine, Control Point Group, CHAPMAN, Ches Power Group, Marine Air Flow International, Morris Nautical, Muir Engineering and Steber International.

2026 Marketing Strategy Finalists – Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard, CHAPMAN, Grand Boats, Integ Marine Group, Luxe Cruising Group and Steber International.

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

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.

2025 Award 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.

Contact AIMEX

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