Hunter Manufacturing Awards

Hunter Manufacturing Awards The champion for the region’s manufacturing industry inspires and encourages the Hunter to secure

The manufacturers leading our industry don’t just build products, they shape capability, create opportunity, strengthen ...
05/06/2026

The manufacturers leading our industry don’t just build products, they shape capability, create opportunity, strengthen communities, and define what we make it here stands for.

The Manufacturer of the Year (50 or more employees) Award recognises large manufacturers demonstrating outstanding performance across innovation, leadership, operational excellence, workforce development, sustainability, and industry impact.

This is the Hunter Manufacturing Awards’ premier recognition for large manufacturing businesses setting the benchmark for excellence, not only within their own operations, but across the wider manufacturing sector.

We’re looking for manufacturers that:
⚙️ Compete at a world-class level through exports or import replacement
⚙️ Invest in innovation, technology, and future growth
⚙️ Build strong cultures focused on safety, engagement, and performance
⚙️ Demonstrate leadership in sustainability and continuous improvement
⚙️ Strengthen manufacturing through collaboration, education, and community contribution

If your business is driving transformation, delivering measurable impact, and helping shape the future of manufacturing, it’s time to share your story.

Proudly sponsored by Downer Group.

For all the details, download the category information guide on the Manufacturer of the Year (50 or more employees) page at hma.org.au. Applying is easy, completed online, and you can get started today.

Some of the most impressive manufacturing businesses have fewer than 50 employees, and every day they show what we make ...
04/06/2026

Some of the most impressive manufacturing businesses have fewer than 50 employees, and every day they show what we make it here stands for.

The Manufacturer of the Year (less than 50 employees) Award recognises outstanding manufacturers demonstrating excellence across business performance, innovation, leadership, people, sustainability, and operational capability.

This award celebrates smaller manufacturers achieving big impact through strong systems, skilled teams, continuous improvement, and a commitment to building stronger businesses and stronger communities.

We’re looking for manufacturers that:
⚙️ Compete through innovation, export success, or import replacement
⚙️ Invest in technology, capability, and future growth
⚙️ Build engaged teams and strong workplace culture
⚙️ Demonstrate environmental responsibility and continuous improvement
⚙️ Contribute to the broader manufacturing sector and community

If your business is setting the benchmark for manufacturing excellence, it’s time to share your story.

Proudly sponsored by Auditco .

For all the details, download the category information guide on the Manufacturer of the Year (less than 50 employees) page at hma.org.au. Applying is easy, completed online, and you can get started today.

The best manufacturing outcomes often happen when businesses work together, and that’s part of how we make it here.The C...
03/06/2026

The best manufacturing outcomes often happen when businesses work together, and that’s part of how we make it here.

The Collaboration Partnership Award recognises organisations joining forces to solve challenges, drive innovation, strengthen capability, and create meaningful outcomes through strategic collaboration.

This award celebrates partnerships achieving more together than they could alone, whether through industry, supply chain, research, education, or business collaboration.

We’re looking for partnerships that:
⚙️ Deliver measurable results and shared success
⚙️ Solve complex problems through collaboration
⚙️ Accelerate innovation and industry growth
⚙️ Strengthen capability across organisations or sectors
⚙️ Create long-term value and impact

If your partnership is delivering real outcomes for manufacturing, it’s time to share your story.

Proudly sponsored by Hunter Mla.

For all the details, download the category information guide on the Collaboration Partnership page at hma.org.au. Applying is easy, completed online, and you can get started today.

Digital technology is changing the way we make it here.The Digital Transformation Award recognises manufacturers using t...
02/06/2026

Digital technology is changing the way we make it here.

The Digital Transformation Award recognises manufacturers using technology, data, automation, and digital systems to create measurable improvements across operations, workforce capability, customer value, and business performance.

This award celebrates businesses turning digital transformation into real-world outcomes through smarter decision-making, stronger visibility, improved productivity, and scalable innovation.

We’re looking for businesses that:
⚙️ Successfully implement digital transformation initiatives
⚙️ Improve operational efficiency, automation, and decision-making
⚙️ Strengthen workforce capability and employee engagement
⚙️ Enhance customer experience and value creation
⚙️ Demonstrate scalable innovation through data and technology

Whether it’s AI, ERP, robotics, analytics, automation, or smarter digital systems, if it’s creating measurable impact, it’s time to share your story.

Proudly sponsored by Biscit ERP Solutions

For all the details, download the category information guide on the Digital Transformation page at hma.org.au. Applying is easy, completed online, and you can get started today.

A stronger manufacturing industry starts with making sure everyone has the opportunity to contribute, succeed, and lead,...
01/06/2026

A stronger manufacturing industry starts with making sure everyone has the opportunity to contribute, succeed, and lead, and that’s part of how we make it here.

The Diversity in Manufacturing Award recognises businesses and individuals creating more inclusive, equitable, and representative manufacturing workplaces.

This award celebrates those driving meaningful change through leadership, opportunity, culture, and action, helping build an industry where people from all backgrounds can thrive.

We’re looking for initiatives that:
⚙️ Create inclusive and supportive workplace cultures
⚙️ Champion diversity across leadership, trades, and teams
⚙️ Improve access, opportunity, and participation
⚙️ Support flexible work, inclusion, and belonging
⚙️ Deliver meaningful impact for people and business

If your business or team is helping shape a more inclusive future for manufacturing, it’s time to share your story.

Proudly sponsored by Quarry Mining & Construction Equipment Pty Ltd

For all the details, download the category information guide on the Diversity in Manufacturing page at hma.org.au. Applying is easy, completed online, and you can get started today.

We make it here with responsibility, sustainability, and long-term impact in mind.The Excellence in Sustainability Award...
29/05/2026

We make it here with responsibility, sustainability, and long-term impact in mind.

The Excellence in Sustainability Award recognises manufacturers integrating environmental, social, and governance principles into the way they operate, grow, and lead.

Whether through a company-wide sustainability strategy or a focused initiative delivering measurable outcomes, this award celebrates businesses creating positive impact for industry, community, climate, and future generations.

We’re looking for manufacturers demonstrating:
⚙️ Emissions reduction and smarter resource use
⚙️ Environmental responsibility and long-term thinking
⚙️ Strong governance and community contribution
⚙️ Workforce wellbeing and future-ready capability
⚙️ Measurable sustainability outcomes and leadership

If your business is turning sustainability commitments into meaningful action, it’s time to share your story.

Proudly sponsored by .

For all the details, download the category information guide on the Excellence in Sustainability page at hma.org.au. Applying is easy, completed online, and you can get started today.

The manufacturers achieving stronger outcomes know that how we make it here comes down to capability, continuous improve...
28/05/2026

The manufacturers achieving stronger outcomes know that how we make it here comes down to capability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

The Excellence in Manufacturing Capability Award recognises businesses improving the way they operate through smarter systems, stronger teams, better processes, and operational excellence.

This award celebrates manufacturers delivering measurable improvements across productivity, efficiency, quality, safety, and overall business performance.

We’re looking for businesses that:
⚙️ Foster a culture of continuous improvement
⚙️ Deliver measurable operational outcomes
⚙️ Strengthen systems, processes, and team capability
⚙️ Improve efficiency, quality, or safety performance
⚙️ Demonstrate long-term operational excellence

If your business has taken meaningful steps to improve how you manufacture and compete, it’s time to share your story.

Proudly sponsored by KPMG Australia.

For all the details, download the category information guide on the Excellence in Manufacturing Capability page at hma.org.au. Applying is easy, completed online, and you can get started today.

The Excellence in Innovation Award recognises manufacturers applying innovation to improve the way they operate, solve p...
27/05/2026

The Excellence in Innovation Award recognises manufacturers applying innovation to improve the way they operate, solve problems, deliver services, and create competitive advantage.

This award celebrates businesses turning fresh thinking into measurable outcomes through smarter processes, systems, production methods, commercial models, or service approaches.

We’re looking for businesses that:
⚙️ Foster a strong culture of innovation
⚙️ Turn ideas into practical business outcomes
⚙️ Execute and integrate innovation effectively
⚙️ Balance innovation with safety, responsibility, and sustainability
⚙️ Deliver measurable operational or commercial improvements

If your business is finding smarter ways to create value and strengthen competitiveness, it’s time to share your story if you make it here in the Hunter and neighbouring regions.

Interested in sponsoring this award? Get in touch, we would love to work with you.

For all the details, download the category information guide on the Excellence in Innovation page at hma.org.au. Applying is easy, completed online, and you can get started today.

Great design turns ideas into products people want, trust, and use, and we make it here.The Excellence in Product Design...
26/05/2026

Great design turns ideas into products people want, trust, and use, and we make it here.

The Excellence in Product Design Award celebrates manufacturers developing products that combine innovation, functionality, safety, sustainability, and commercial success through outstanding design.

This award recognises products designed not just to look good, but to solve real problems, improve user experience, and deliver genuine value in the marketplace.

We’re looking for products that:
⚙️ Balance form, function, and usability
⚙️ Demonstrate strong quality of design and manufacturing
⚙️ Prioritise safety and environmental sustainability
⚙️ Show innovation through materials, features, or user experience
⚙️ Deliver commercial value and market impact

If your product is pushing boundaries and showcasing manufacturing excellence, it’s time to share your story.

Proudly sponsored by Orica.

For all the details, download the category information guide on the Excellence in Product Design page at hma.org.au. Applying is easy, completed online, and you can get started today.

We make it here, and great marketing helps the world see it.The Excellence in Marketing Award recognises manufacturers u...
25/05/2026

We make it here, and great marketing helps the world see it.

The Excellence in Marketing Award recognises manufacturers using smart, strategic marketing to grow their business, strengthen their brand, attract customers and talent, and create measurable results.

Whether it’s a standout campaign or a broader marketing strategy, this award celebrates initiatives that combine creativity, innovation, and clear business impact.

We’re looking for marketing that:
⚙️ Supports real business growth and strategic goals
⚙️ Uses creative, targeted, and effective ex*****on
⚙️ Delivers measurable outcomes and ROI
⚙️ Embraces digital tools, content, automation, or innovation
⚙️ Strengthens brand position, engagement, and customer experience

If your marketing is helping your business stand out in manufacturing, it’s time your story was recognised.

For all the details, download the category information guide on the Excellence in Marketing page at hma.org.au. Applying is easy, completed online, and you can get started today.

Interested in sponsoring this award? Get in touch, we would love to work with you.

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