Defence Connect is now accepting nominations and submissions for this year’s awards, which will be held in July in Canberra.
The most anticipated awards program of the year, the Australian Defence Industry Awards, is back to once again identify the top businesses and professionals in the defence industry across the nation.
The Australian Defence Industry Awards are returning for the sixth consecutive year with support from principal partner KBR. It will recognise the achievements of Australia’s leading defence professionals and businesses.
Submit an entry or nominate a worthy colleague by Monday, 15 April 2024 for a chance to be rewarded for your successes on the national stage.
The Australian Defence Industry Awards black-tie/mess dress gala ceremony will be held on Thursday, 18 July 2024 at the National Convention Centre, Canberra. Click here to buy tickets.
The awards will showcase the depth of talent in the nation’s defence industry while affirming the sector’s essential role in supporting the expansion of Australia as it embarks on a period of rapid transformation while embracing defence capability building and technology.
The Australian Defence Industry Awards champion professionals and businesses rather than products and platforms, while universally acknowledging all stakeholders, including primes, small-to-medium enterprises (SME), academic institutions and associations.
They also shine a light on the achievements of individuals, including defence executives, female and Indigenous leaders, students, scientists, technicians, and academics.
There are 10 individual and 18 group award categories for entrants to submit into this year. Click here to view the categories.
Individual categories cover consultants, engineers, innovators, technicians, as well as the rising stars of tomorrow.
Group categories are available to academic institutions, organisations that offer aerospace, land, naval, and veteran support programs, consultancies, cyber businesses, and manufacturers, as well as sovereign industry champions.
“The Australian Defence Industry Awards is our opportunity to applaud the best and brightest in the defence industry and those businesses that are delivering critical services to support Australia’s safety and prosperity,” Liam Garman, editor of Defence Connect, said.
“I highly encourage you to submit a nomination for your chance to be recognised, and I look forward to celebrating with you on the night!”
The awards are open to all businesses operating in Australia supporting the defence supply chain.
They have become a desirable accolade for individuals and businesses seeking to forge their role in the defence industry.
Securing an award could distinguish organisations from their competitors when attracting and retaining the best talent while strengthening their position when winning defence projects or contracts.
For individuals, this accolade could underpin career advancement while reaffirming their role in advancing the Australian defence industry and its capabilities.
Winners are determined by a well-respected panel of judges including former Australian Defence Force leaders, academics, business executives, entrepreneurs, and innovators, providing peer-reviewed recognition of your achievements and passion for propelling the industry to new heights.
Click here to view the methodology.
To enter the awards, decide which categories you are eligible to enter, register your account through our secure awards platform, and fill in the details of your submission/s.
When you’re happy with your submission, press save and lodge it.
Submit an entry or nominate a worthy colleague by Monday, 15 April 2024 and throw your hat in the awards ring.
The Australian Defence Industry Awards black-tie/mess dress gala ceremony will be held on Thursday, 18 July 2024 at the National Convention Centre, Canberra. Click here to buy tickets.
For tips on how to write an effective submission, click here.
For instructions on how to submit an entry, click here.