Mersey Maritime has launched the eleventh annual Mersey Maritime Industry Awards (MMIAs) and is calling on maritime and logistics businesses across the Liverpool City Region and the wider North West to submit their entries for 2025.
Celebrating the very best of the sector, the MMIAs champion businesses, organisations and individuals operating in or supporting the maritime, logistics, and energy industries. The awards are open to any eligible organisation across the North West and surrounding areas, with free entry for Mersey Maritime members only.
Founded in 2002, Mersey Maritime was established to create a supportive ecosystem for one of the UK’s most dynamic maritime regions – and the awards continue to be a powerful showcase of that mission.
This year’s ceremony will take place on Thursday 6th November 2025, once again in the prestigious setting of Liverpool Cathedral. It promises to be an unforgettable evening of celebration, collaboration and recognition across the entire maritime supply chain.
Returning to host the ceremony for the second year is prominent broadcaster and journalist, Lucy Meacock.
Mersey Maritime is proud to announce some of the fantastic sponsors already confirmed for the 2025 awards. Maersk is one of the Diamond Sponsors this year, with further support secured from Brookes Bell, Cammell Laird, Carmet Tug Company, Peel Ports Group, Royal HaskoningDHV, Royal Navy and SeaKing Group. Mersey Maritime is extremely grateful for their commitment to helping make the MMIAs a standout event once again.
Ruth Wood, Chief Executive of Mersey Maritime, commented:
“We are thrilled to launch the eleventh Mersey Maritime Industry Awards and look forward to shining a spotlight on the incredible breadth of talent, innovation and impact across our industry.
These awards reflect our commitment to showcasing maritime excellence on a regional and national stage. We continue to evolve our categories to reflect the sector’s changing priorities – from net zero to digital transformation – and we’re proud to once again combine expert judging with an industry-led vote to determine our winners.”
There are 12 award categories open for entry:
- Business of the Year
- Change Maker Award
- Diversity Champion Award
- Employer & Future Skills Award
- Logistics & Trade Excellence Award
- Maritime Ambassador Award
- Maritime Enabler Award
- Net Zero Champion Award
- Positive Impact Award
- Rising Star Award
- SME of the Year
- Technology & Innovation Award
The application window is now open, and entries can be submitted via the online platform. Applications close on Sunday 22nd June 2025. Every application is assessed by a panel of expert judges, with finalists selected through a rigorous process. The final winners will once again be determined through an industry-wide vote, launching in early October 2025.
Entry to the Mersey Maritime Industry Awards is free of charge for Mersey Maritime members. Applications for non-members are subject to a fee, which will be £100 per submission, if submitting more than one entry, a discount can be applied for all additional entries. Use the code MMIA25OFF at checkout to claim your discount.
Tables and individual tickets are now available to purchase, with exclusive discounts for Mersey Maritime members. Early booking is strongly recommended to avoid disappointment.
For more information, to apply for an award, or to purchase tickets and tables, please click HERE
To view key dates and the full application process, please click HERE
