Entries are flooding in for the celebrated Seawork Awards, offering maritime businesses, teams and individuals the chance to showcase innovations on one of the industry’s biggest stages.
If you want to enter you’ll have to be quick - the deadline is next Wednesday, May 6.
Organisers say the 2026 programme will spotlight people and projects that are pushing boundaries, driving sustainability and delivering real-world impact across the commercial marine sector. Winners will be celebrated during the awards ceremony held during Europe’s leading commercial on-water marine exhibition, which spans three days – June 9-11 – at Southampton’s Mayflower Park.
A range of categories is open for entries and nominations in the People & Projects section, such as the Maritime Sustainability Award, which recognises organisations or individuals demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental responsibility, while the Marine Civils Best Project Award highlights projects that have overcome operational or engineering challenges on or around water.
The Young Person’s Development Award aims to support emerging talent aged 16 to 25, and offers a bursary to help push their careers forward. And at the other end of the career term, the Maritime Professional of the Year. decided by industry vote, recognises contributions to the wider sector.
Other honours include the Outstanding Contribution Award and Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrating dedication, leadership and long-term impact.
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Innovations Showcase
Sponsored by SMI, the Innovations Showcase is where what’s really new in equipment, services and vessels can really come under the spotlight.
This year’s categories are:
- Subsea & Underwater Intervention
- Vessel Design & Construction
- Marine Equipment & Electronics
- Autonomous & Remote Operations
- Security & Safety
- Superyacht Connect
- Environmental & Renewable Energy
Entering can deliver valuable benefits, from industry-wide recognition to increased brand visibility and new opportunities for collaboration. Teams also gain a platform to celebrate success and highlight innovative approaches to maritime challenges.
Entries and nominations are open now, with submissions closing on 1 May 2026. The Seawork Awards ceremony, sponsored by Nova Shipyard, will take place on Tuesday 9 June 2026 at the Waterfront Restaurant.
Industry leaders are encouraging businesses and individuals to put forward their best work and stand-out colleagues. With innovation and talent firmly in focus, the awards aim to highlight achievements that are helping shape the future of the maritime industry and inspire the next generation of professionals.
Companies large and small are urged to take part and ensure their innovations gain the recognition they deserve on a major international stage this summer.
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