After reviewing a phenomenal 52 nominations, HVIA’s esteemed panel of 27 judges has selected the finalists for the 2025 Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia National Awards – with the winners to be revealed at the prestigious 2025 HVIA National Awards Gala Dinner to be held on Thursday, December 4 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
And they were impressed. Judges comments included: “This is a genuine innovation. I can’t find anyone else already doing this”; “This has always been a challenge in every aspect of industry operations – every innovation to assist is extremely valuable”; “Genuine leadership; shows corporate responsibility – true community spirit”; “Leadership that goes beyond short-term initiatives, with embedded lasting systems, strategies and a strong culture.”
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Join us on Thursday, December 4 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre to celebrate the achievements of these outstanding companies and individuals at the HVIA 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner. Buy tickets here.
This isn’t just an awards night – it’s a celebration of everything we’ve accomplished together in our first decade as a national organisation, and the proud heritage that laid the foundation. Over 80 loyal members will also be acknowledged for their ongoing commitment with anniversaries ranging from 10 to 50 years.
Make sure you’re in Brisbane for this spectacular event where our industry comes together.
Congratulations to all participants for an outstanding range of nominations – and best of luck to the finalists.
The Awards Finalists
Sustainability Initiative Award
> Charge Hub Australia – Large-Scale Zero-Emission Depot Electrification
> Team Global Express – Smarter Fleet, Smarter Facilities And Smarter Drivers
> QTRS – SolarEdge Powered Trailer
> Cummins South Pacific – Climate Action Schools Program
Read more about the award and finalists here
Safety Innovation Award
> CMV Truck & Bus – Pit Safety Cover
> Cooler – Weight Distribution Modelling
> Volvo Trucks Australia – Auto Speed Limitation And Safety Zones
> Volvo Trucks Australia – Dynamic Steering
Read more about the award and finalists here
Community Leadership Award
> Cummins South Pacific – Climate Action Schools Program
> PACCAR Australia – Healthy Heads in Trucks & Sheds
> Penske Australia & New Zealand – DXC’s Digital Futures Program
> Volvo Group Australia – Foodbank NSW & ACT
Read more about the award and finalists here
Industry Leadership in Workforce Development Award
> CMV Truck & Bus – Growing Its Own
> Cummins South Pacific – Apprenticeship Program: Powering Your Potential
> The Drake Group – Building From Within
Read more about the award and finalists here
Industry Workforce Champion Award
> Shenee Cave – The Drake Group
> Kate Evans – Cummins South Pacific
> Samantha Hall – The Drake Group
> Mitchell Howard – Cooler
Read more about the award and finalists here
Product Innovation Award
> Airtec Corporation – AXS SmartOBM On‑Board Mass System
> Allotrac – Allie: AI Transport Management Assistant
> QTRS – SolarEdge Powered Refrigeration Trailer
> Cooler – Safe, Hygienic, More Durable Fridge Bodies
Read more about the award and finalists here
Apprentice Of The Year Awards
> Isaac Rooney – Volvo Commercial Vehicles, Brisbane South (QLD)
> Reeve Fisher – Toll Group, Kewdale (WA)
> Joshua McNicol – Tefco Trailers, Murarrie (QLD)
> Chalee Hollandrose – Cummins South Pacific, Port Hedland (WA)
> Nathan Meacham – Volvo Commercial Vehicles, Brisbane South (QLD)
> Scott Mabbett – Cooler, Rocklea (QLD)
> Kayne Robinson – Drake Trailers, Wacol (QLD)
> Thomas Wigney – Cummins South Pacific, Laverton (VIC)