Transport legend, Lindsay Fox was awarded the highest honour at this year’s 34th Australian Freight Industry Awards, taking home Personality of the Year.
Celebrating the nation’s top talent in freight and logistics on Saturday evening, a record crowd attended the prestigious black-tie Gala Presentation in Melbourne’s Palladium Room at Crown.
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Judges evaluated a record-breaking number of applications across a range of categories.
The list of award winners included:
- Lindsay Fox, Personality of the Year Award – sponsored by CMV Truck & Bus
- Namrita Anchan of Linfox Australia, Women’s Leadership Award – sponsored by Viva Energy Australia
- Sean Draffin of Xtreme Freight, Emerging Leader Award – sponsored by Daimler Truck Australia Pacific
- Qube Bulk, Green Star Award – sponsored by National Transport Insurance
- Secon Freight Logistics, Application of Technology Award – sponsored by Transport Certification Australia
- Freight Cyber, Best Practice Safety Award – sponsored by Gallagher
- Alex Fraser Recycling, Investment in People Award – sponsored by Logical Staffing Solutions
- Australian Paper Recovery, Waste & Recycling Business of the Year Award – sponsored by RSM Group
VTA CEO Peter Anderson says it was an honour to present the awards in front of so many transport industry operators and distinguished guests.
“After what has been another challenging year, it was fantastic to take a moment to reflect on and celebrate our industry and those that keep pushing for greatness and embracing innovation to keep our country moving,” he says.
In addition to celebrating the achievements of the award winners, guests were also treated to a night of world class entertainment courtesy of Master of Ceremonies, Lizzy Hoo, and the musical stylings of the Matt Hetherington Band and the Zandra Trio.
“The AFIA Committee extends its sincere congratulations to every winner and finalist and thanks those who lodged an entry and shared their stories. We look forward to building on the success of this outstanding event for many years to come.”
The lavish evening was once again supported by major sponsors, TWUSUPER and Viva Energy Australia with the VTA extending their sincere thanks to them.
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