WA Industry and Export Awards finalists recognised

This year's finalists in the WA Industry and Export Awards program were recognised at a certificate presentation breakfast this morning held at Kings Park.

Commerce Minister Michael Mischin praised the group for their dedication and commitment to excellence in all aspects of the supply chain, meticulous customer service and meeting stringent import and compliance regulations.

Mr Mischin also recognised companies which had served local markets and achieved outstanding performance despite difficulties in recent years relating to the global financial crisis.

"These businesses have contributed to the economic development of this State and I am pleased there is an avenue to recognise their contribution," he said.

"The awards are one of Australia's most well-regarded industry accolades which can open doors for winners and provide opportunities for growth in national and overseas markets."   

The 2014 Industry and Export Awards cover 15 categories, including agribusiness, marketing and design, minerals and energy, biotechnology and small business.

The State category award winners will be announced on Friday, October 24, along with the prestigious Premier's Award for overall excellence.

Winners of the export categories automatically become finalists in the 2014 national Australian Export Awards.

The awards program is sponsored by ANZ, AusIndustry, Austrade, Chevron, Efic, Fremantle Ports, Rio Tinto, The West Australian and its regional newspapers and the State Government through the Department of Commerce, which co-ordinates the program.

Visit http://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/corporate/wa-industry-and-export-awards  for more information.

Minister's office - 6552 5600 

2014 WA Industry and Export Awards finalists

Industry Category Awards

C.Y. O'Connor Award for Excellence in Engineering and Technology:  Divex Asia Pacific Pty Ltd (Henderson); Total Marine Technology (Bibra Lake)

Marketing and Design Excellence Award:  Bhagwan Marine Pty Ltd (Geraldton); The Perth Mint (East Perth)       

Innovation Excellence Award:  Atlas Pearls and Perfumes (Nedlands); Bhagwan Marine Pty Ltd (Geraldton); Franmarine Underwater Services Pty Ltd (Henderson).

Export Award Categories

Agribusiness Export Award:  Atlas Pearls and Perfumes (Nedlands); The Truffle and Wine Company (Manjimup)

Small Business Export Award:  Mining Information Services (Willetton); Safeguard Innovations (North Fremantle); Vekta Automation (Osborne Park); The Truffle and Wine Company (Manjimup); Vue DC Pty Ltd (Bunbury)

Creative Industries Export Award and Regional Exporter Award:  The Truffle and Wine Company (Manjimup); Vue DC Pty Ltd (Bunbury)

Education and Training Export Award:  Australian Institute of Management WA (Floreat); Scitech (West Perth)

Healthcare and Biotechnology Export Award/Business Services Export Award:  Mining Information Systems (Willetton); Linear Clinical Research (Nedlands)

Information and Communication Technology Export Award:  DTI Group Ltd (Perth Airport); MetroCount (Hamilton Hill)

Manufacturing Export Award:  Matrix Composites and Engineering Ltd (Henderson); Total Marine Technology (Bibra Lake)

Minerals and Energy (and related services) Export Award:  Atlas Iron (Perth); Matrix Composites and Engineering Ltd (Henderson); Western Areas Ltd  (West Perth).

No submissions were received for the Environmental Solutions and Online Services category.