Nominations open for 2020 National Trucking Industry Awards

With the support of Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack, the ATA launched the 2020 National Trucking Industry Awards today (Jan 17).

The National Trucking Industry Awards recognise industry excellence and the high standard of professionalism and passion of industry members.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Michael McCormack said without trucks and truck drivers, Australia stops.

“Our truck drivers play a crucial role in the day-to-day lives of Australians and our economy,” Mr McCormack said.

“These awards are a fantastic opportunity to recognise those who go above and beyond to improve the workplace and industry,” he added.

Nominations are now open in the following categories:
• Outstanding Contribution to the Trucking Industry
• National Trucking Industry Woman of the Year
• National Professional Driver of the Year
• National Training Excellence Award.

The award winners will be announced at the ATA Foundation Sponsors Gala Awards Dinner, held during the ATA’s Trucking Australia 2020 conference in Cairns in April. The Don Watson Memorial Award and TruckSafe John Kelly Memorial Award will also be presented at the dinner.

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“Trucking is essential to the Australian way of life and is connected to every industry from agriculture to construction and retail. It’s important we recognise the outstanding businesses and individuals whose actions inspire others and make a positive impact,” ATA Chair Geoff Crouch said.

“I’m certain we all know someone deserving of one of these awards and I invite all in the industry to celebrate excellence and nominate someone great,” he said.

Nominations close 5 March 2020 and you can nominate someone here. Learn more about Trucking Australia 2020 here.