The Australian Space Awards program recognises top-performing individuals and businesses that are driving expansion in Australia’s space economy.
Now in its sixth year, the awards encourage submissions from all businesses supporting the Australian space industry across fields including launch, telecommunications, satellites, energy, mining and transport, as well as defence, agriculture, disaster, and water management.
The awards program acknowledges all stakeholders across the Australian space industry. From corporates and publicly listed organisations supporting the sector to SMEs, start-ups, academic institutions, and industry associations, the awards program honours those driving growth and innovation in Australia’s space economy.
Make sure to submit an entry or nominate a university by Wednesday, 26 February 2025, to be in the running for the awards.
There are a total of 27 categories on offer, including 11 individual and 16 group categories, with all eyes on the prestigious University of the Year award.
The University of the Year category celebrates the vital role of higher education institutions in advancing Australia’s space industry.
Open to all Australian universities and tertiary institutions, regardless of size, revenue, or geographic location, this category acknowledges the institutions fostering talent, driving innovation, and contributing to the growth of the nation’s space economy.
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This category seeks to inspire further collaboration and excellence in academia’s partnership with the space industry.
Universities are encouraged to make a submission and showcase their contributions to shaping Australia’s future in space exploration, research, and technology.
The awards program will culminate in a black-tie gala ceremony on Wednesday, 28 May 2025, at Ilumina in Sydney. Click here to buy tickets.
The awards ceremony offers a unique opportunity to network with industry leaders and peers across all sectors of the space industry.
The Australian Space Awards program, in conjunction with event stakeholders Space Connect, Momentum Media, and a panel of leading space professionals, has developed a robust awards methodology to form the backbone for assessing, analysing, and benchmarking Australia’s leading space professionals and businesses. Click here to view the methodology.
The judging criteria for award categories are both quantitative and qualitative, acknowledging growth, business development, diversity, leadership, innovation, business excellence, and contribution to Australia’s space sector.
All businesses and professionals that meet eligibility criteria from across Australia’s space industry are encouraged to participate in the awards program.
Click here to view all award categories.
Submit an entry or nominate a worthy university by Wednesday, 26 February 2025, for a chance to win.
Click here for tips on how to write an effective submission.
To find out how to submit your entry, click here.
For more information about the awards program, click here.
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