Australian Subsea Business Awards 2026Company of the Year Award Survey

Award category & description:

Company of the Year Award
Recognises companies that have backed local businesses, communities, and economies across the subsea energy and ocean-based sector - whether as equipment manufacturers, service providers, or in any other role that has contributed to the industry's growth.

Key dates
Nominations open: 12 June 2026
Nominations close: 16 July 2026
Judging: 16 July – 3 August 2026
Awards function: 20 August 2026

Instructions:
Please consider each answer carefully to ensure you are showcasing what your application is on. Please remember this is an award application and not a sales pitch. We appreciate all the facts on the hard work which has gone in to the reason for your application.

A limit of 500 characters per answer is in place and anything exceeding this limit will be rejected.
Should the judging panel require further information, you will be contacted directly.

Applicant Details

Your Name

Your e-mail address

Your phone number

Who are you nominating? (Company Name)

Best Contact person (from nominated Company)

Nominees phone number

Nominees e-mail address

Company of the Year Award

Please provide your nomination statement below. Please provide statements/answers to all criteria.

Eligibility:
- Must be a company operating in or significantly contributing to the Australian subsea and/or ocean-based industry.
- Demonstrated impact within the past 12–18 months.
- Open to operators, service providers, technology developers, and engineering firms.

1. Operational Excellence
- Successful delivery of complex subsea projects with high standards of quality and performance.
- Evidence of continuous improvement and reliability in operations.

2. Sustainability & Environmental Impact
- Initiatives that support Australia’s energy transition and environmental goals.
- Demonstrated commitment to reducing carbon footprint and protecting marine ecosystems.

3. Health & Safety Excellence
- Strong safety culture with measurable outcomes (e.g., incident reduction, safety innovations).
- Implementation of proactive health and safety programs, training, and risk management.

4. Industry Collaboration & Advocacy
- Active engagement with Subsea Energy Australia and broader industry initiatives.
- Contributions to knowledge sharing, policy development, or industry standards.

5. Workforce Development & Inclusion
- Investment in local talent, training, and skills development.
- Promotion of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workforce.

6. Commercial Performance & Growth
- Strong business performance, market leadership, or strategic growth.
- Expansion of capabilities or services that strengthen Australia’s subsea sector