The VTA has announced nominations for its popular freight industry award event where industry stars can receive their hard earned recognition.
The Victorian Transport Association (VTA) says it is thrilled to announce nominations are now being accepted for the 33rd Australian Freight Industry Awards (AFIA), proudly sponsored by TWUSUPER and Viva Energy Australia.
Nominations are now open for the following award categories:
- Female Leadership Award sponsored by Viva Energy Australia
- Investment in People Award sponsored by Logical Staffing Solutions
- Application of Technology Award sponsored by Transport Certification Australia
- Young Achiever Award sponsored by Daimler Truck Australia Pacific
- Best Practice Safety Award sponsored by Gallagher
- Sustainable Environment Award
The VTA also acknowledges CMV Truck & Bus for their generous sponsorship of the Personality of the Year Award.
VTA CEO Peter Anderson says he is looking forward to another year of awards.
“Last year we set a record for entries, and with so much innovation and best practice taking place right across our great industry I have no doubt the quality and calibre of nominations for our 33rd presentation of the awards will be second to none,” VTA CEO Peter Anderson.
“Criteria for the awards can be reviewed at www.afiawards.com.au and we are encouraging VTA members and freight and logistics operators Australia-wide to support the awards and our industry by nominating for one or more categories,” Anderson says.
The AFIAs event will return to the Palladium at Crown Melbourne on Saturday, 2 September with a stage show featuring entertainment from acclaimed cover band Furnace and the Fundamentals.
“The band features an immense repertoire of hit songs, performed with incredible musicianship and a stunning stage presence.
“From The Beatles to Beyonce, Queen to Daft Punk, The Lion King to Dirty Dancing and everything in between – Furnace and the Fundamentals are unlike anything you’ve seen before and are sure to have guests on their feet throughout the evening.
“We look forward to a sensational evening celebrating everything that is great about our great transport industry and the phenomenal efforts and achievements of its people!” Anderson says.
For ticketing information and to secure a table for you and your friends and colleagues please visit www.afiawards.com.au