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Trailblazers, innovators and emerging leaders announced as GRX26 Industry Awards finalists
The finalists for the GRX26 Industry Awards have been revealed, recognising the trailblazers, innovators and emerging leaders who are pushing Australia’s mining and METS sector forward.
Hosted by Austmine and AusIMM, the GRX Industry Awards Dinner in Perth on 6 May will be a major highlight of the Global Resources Innovation Expo (GRX26, 5-7 May). The dinner will bring together senior executives, METS innovators, new professionals and international delegates to celebrate the people and companies driving real change across the industry.
Austmine CEO Tony Davis said the GRX Industry Awards are one of the most important moments in the GRX26 program — a chance to stop, look around the room, recognise and applaud the people who are genuinely moving the industry needle. "What strikes me about this year's finalists is their boldness," Mr Davis said. "Whether you're a trailblazer rewriting the rules, an innovator turning bold ideas into real-world outcomes, or an emerging leader who isn't waiting for permission — they all belong on this stage. "Our industry's future doesn't build itself. It's built by people exactly like the finalists. Australia is watching, and so is the world."
AusIMM CEO Stephen Durkin said: “We are delighted to recognise this year’s finalists – trailblazers who are making a meaningful difference across our industry and communities. As the peak body for resources professionals, we are particularly proud to recognise our Women in STEM and New Professional finalists who embody the leadership, innovative thinking and ambition our industry needs to succeed on the global stage.”
Finalists have been announced across six award categories spanning innovation, exports, professional achievement and industry leadership.
Craig Senger Excellence in Export Award (supported by Austrade)
Celebrating the outstanding performance, innovation and impact in developing and sustaining international markets.
Outstanding Innovative METS Company Award
Recognising a METS organisation that has delivered exceptional innovation with measurable impact across the mining industry.
Excellence in Resources by a New Professional Award
Highlighting a new professional in the mining or METS sector who has delivered an initiative, project or innovation making a meaningful and positive impact within their organisation.
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Josephine Emmanuelle Liantono AAusIMM(NP), BHP
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Janina Bauer GAusIMM, Rio Tinto
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Oliver Quinn AAusIMM(NP), Sedgman
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Elyse Bosch AAusIMM(NP), BHP
Women in STEM and Resources Impact Award (Sponsored by Xtrava Group)
Recognising a woman who demonstrates meaningful impact through innovation, leadership or advocacy, creating positive outcomes.
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Anita Parbhakar-Fox MAusIMM, BHP
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Kate Flanagan, Hancock Iron Ore
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Jade Singleton FAusIMM, AECOM
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Evelyn Ng MAusIMM, Callidus Group
Exceptional Innovation in Mining Award
Acknowledging outstanding innovation that delivers measurable impact within the mining industry.
Champion of Innovation Award
Recognising an individual’s significant contribution to innovation in the METS sector across the course of their career. The winner of the Champion of Innovation Award is selected by an industry peer group committee comprised of innovation experts and will be announced at the GRX Industry Awards Dinner.
Winners will be revealed at the GRX Industry Awards Dinner on Wednesday 6 May during GRX26 in Perth.
Tickets to attend the GRX Industry Awards Dinner are available now, and can be purchased as a standalone ticket or with a GRX26 delegate pass. Visit: GRX Industry Awards Dinner