Austmine and AusIMM have announced the finalists for the 2025 Industry Leaders & Awards, which celebrate excellence across Australia’s world-leading mining and METS sectors. Winners will be revealed at the Industry Leaders & Awards Dinner, taking place on Wednesday 21 May as part of the Global Resources Innovation Expo (GRX25) in Brisbane.
This annual awards program highlights the standout achievements of individuals and organisations who are shaping the future of the industry, from driving forward innovation and operational excellence to expanding Australia’s global footprint and mentoring the next generation of industry leaders.
Presented during one of the most anticipated evenings on the GRX calendar, the Awards Dinner will bring together more than 1,000 industry professionals to recognise leadership, innovation and impact across five major award categories.
Craig Senger Excellence in Export Award (Supported by Austrade)
This award celebrates Australian METS companies demonstrating outstanding export growth, impact in global markets, and the successful transfer of Australian expertise to international operations. The finalists are:
- Control Systems Technology
- Austin Engineering
- Duratray
- SafeGauge
- Veridapt
Exceptional Innovation in Mining Award (Sponsored by Sandvik)
This category recognises mining companies that are pioneering new approaches to mine development, production, and sustainability – turning vision into action and setting new benchmarks for the sector. The finalists are:
- Roy Hill
- BHP
Outstanding Innovative METS Company Award (Sponsored by Coal Australia)
This award shines a spotlight on METS companies that are redefining what’s possible through new technologies, creative thinking, and agile solutions. The 2025 finalists are:
- Robotic Systems
- SAPHI
- Razor Labs
- BluVein
- Pitcrew.AI
- 3ME Technology
Excellence in Resources by a New Professional Award
Recognising individuals in the early stages of their careers, this award celebrates emerging professionals who are already making a mark through technical excellence and leadership. The 2025 finalists are:
- Thomas Taylor, Senior Metallurgist – Fortescue
- Oliver Mowbray, Principal & Geophysicist – Lichen Commodities
- Sammang David Sea, Process Engineer – Metso Australia Pty Ltd
- Eric O. Ansah, Research Fellow – University of Queensland, Sustainable Minerals Institute
Champion of Innovation Award (Sponsored by Emesent)
The Champion of Innovation recognises a standout individual who has consistently advanced innovation across their career, making a lasting contribution to the evolution of the mining and METS sectors. The winner of this prestigious award will be announced on the evening of the dinner.
The event organisers said: “The Industry Leaders & Awards Dinner is more than a celebration — it’s a chance to connect with peers, recognise the remarkable work being done across our ecosystem, and draw inspiration from those leading the way.”
The dinner will run on May 21 at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.
International Mining is a media sponsor of GRX and will be in Brisbane to report on the event