The Australian Freight Industry Awards (AFIAs) held at Crown Melbourne this past Saturday honoured the contributions of several individuals in the transport industry.
This year, judges assessed a record number of applications, with finalists shortlisted across a range of categories.
The winners announced were:
- Kevin Halpin, Personality of the Year Award
- Katharina Attana of Tasman Logistics Services, Female Leadership Award
- Melissa Scerri of Victoria International Container Terminal, Young Achiever of the Year Award
- Hyzon Motors, Sustainable Environment Award
- iTrazo Tracetech, Application of Technology Award
- Linfox, Best Practice Safety Award
- CMV Truck & Bus, Investment in People Award
“It was a pleasure to host dignitaries from state and federal governments, along with VTA life members, councillors, and hundreds of VTA members, associate members, and transport industry operators and suppliers,” said Victorian Transport Association CEO, Peter Anderson.
Anderson said he is incredibly proud of the achievements of all the award winners, finalists and nominees.
“It’s been another tough year as we all work to move higher and higher freight volumes, against a backdrop of labour shortages, higher costs, long lead times for trucks and equipment, and inflationary pressures starting to bite,” he said.
“So, to everyone that lodged an entry, thank you for taking the time to share your stories because the accomplishments of our industry are significant, and deserve to be acknowledged.
“We look forward to continuing a tradition established some years ago, with AFIA winners and award sponsors gathering in a fortnight for a special luncheon at Melbourne’s Eureka Tower to reflect on the achievements and the award celebration.”
The AFIA Committee also extended its sincere congratulations to every winner and finalist.
Awards Chairman and VTA President, Mike Lean, said the committee looks forward to building on the success of this outstanding event for many years to come.
“On behalf of the Executive Council, may I add our congratulations to tonight’s award winners, and extend our thanks to every organisation that submitted a nomination,” he said.
“Setting another new record for entries is a tribute to the operators, suppliers and individuals who give so much, and continually strive for best practice in what they do and achieve.”
The AFIAs will return in 2024.
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