The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport

2019
Award Nominations are Open!

Recognising world class achievements in Transport and Logistics

Our best transport and logistics people are world's best.

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Australia (CILTA) Annual Awards for Excellence 2019 celebrate the accomplishments of some of the finest passenger, freight and defence transport and logistics companies and individuals in the world.

“This is not just a matter of self promotion, but an important standard setter for transport and logistics in Australia. And a benchmark internationally.” said CILTA Chairman Dr Kim Hassall.

“I encourage every T&L professional to search for a person or organisation they consider operating at a high or innovative level, and nominate them for our awards. We need to highlight our best people and achievements to promote the quality of our whole sector in Australia and internationally.”

These awards recognise organisations and individuals that set global benchmarks for best practice in their fields of endeavour and are leaders in the profession, showing world class expertise and innovation in developing and implementing transport and logistics solutions.

Nominations can be submitted until Friday 18th October, with Award Winners being announced in Brisbane at Captain’s Room, Broncos Leagues Club, 98 Fulcher Rd RED HILL, Brisbane 4059 on Saturday 16^th November in conjunction with a luncheon.

2019 Award Categories:

Young Professional of the Year 2019

This award recognises the significant achievements and contribution of a young professional to their organisation and the broader transport and logistics industry.

Excellence and Innovation in Moving Freight

The award recognises an organisation that shows outstanding achievement in the management of freight.

Excellence and Innovation in Moving People

This award recognises an organisation that shows outstanding achievement in the transport of passengers by air, rail, road or water.

Excellence and Innovation in Safety

This award recognises an organisation that has demonstrated a practical and exceptional commitment to excellence in safety in Australian Passenger, Freight and Defence Transport or Logistics.

Professional Woman of Logistics and Transport for 2019

This award recognizes the significant achievements and contribution of a Professional Woman to their organization and the broader transport and logistics industry. This individual would have an exceptional commitment to excellence and innovation in her profession and works to promote the profession as a whole.

Excellence and Innovation within Licensed Customs Broker / Trade and Tariff consultants

This award recognizes an organization that has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to the management and distribution services of international cargo.

CILTA would like to thank our Official Media Partner Bauer Media for their support for this event.

Please join CILTA, Bauer Media and our Event Sponsors to recognise and celebrate excellence in our Industry.

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