Mersey Maritime unveils sponsors for 2024 industry awards

With voting set to begin for the 10th annual Mersey Maritime Industry Awards 2024 (MMIA24), organiser Mersey Maritime reveals its impressive line-up of sponsors.

Kays Medical, Liverpool John Moores University and MTC will be the Diamond Sponsors for the overall awards,  with each of the categories also having its own individual sponsor.

This year’s glittering MMIA24 awards ceremony takes place in the magnificent surroundings of Liverpool Cathedral on Friday, 25th October 2024. Hundreds of guests will enjoy a celebration of the industry’s most outstanding companies and individuals drawn from the Liverpool City Region and across the North West. This year’s sponsors are:

  • Business of the Year – Kays Medical (Diamond Sponsors)
  • Diversity Champion Award – Peel Ports Group
  • Employer & Future Skills Award – University of Liverpool
  • Logistics & Trade Excellence Award – Maersk
  • Maritime Campaign of the Year – Connected Places Catapult
  • Maritime Personality of the Year – MTC (Diamond Sponsors)
  • Net Zero Champion Award – LJMU (Diamond Sponsors)
  • Positive Impact Award – Cammell Laird
  • Rising Star Award – Royal Navy
  • SME of the Year – SeaKing Group
  • Technology & Innovation Award – Brookes Bell
  • Drinks Reception – Carmet Tug Company
  • MMIA24 Wrap-up sponsors – Stone Marine Shipcare

 

In August, Mersey Maritime revealed the shortlist for each category chosen by a 14-strong panel of judges comprising national, regional and local industry experts, business leaders and government representatives.

Following this rigorous selection process, an online voting platform will go live on Monday, 16th September, until Sunday, 29th September. This will provide local, national, and international industry peers with the opportunity to cast their votes for the eventual winners. Click HERE to view the full shortlist.

There is also still time to book tables and tickets for the awards ceremony – but they are selling out fast. Click HERE to book and avoid disappointment.

Mersey Maritime Chief Executive Ruth Wood said: “We are so excited as the awards ceremony draws closer – this is our 10th year so 2024’s MMIAs feel extra special.

“We have been overwhelmed by the support we have received from our sponsors. Our maritime industry is renowned for its sense of partnership and collaboration. Together we will make the MMIA24 an incredible occasion.

“And please make sure you vote when the platform opens on 16th September. It will be an amazing feeling for all the winners knowing their achievements have been acknowledged by their industry peers.”

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Access to monthly Face-2-Face breakfast events
Opportunity to attend workshops, forums and meet the buyers’ events (priority access dependant on membership level and business relevance) Limited
Opportunity to attend executive dinners and drinks Limited
Opportunity to meet VIP guests, industry leaders and stakeholders Limited
Priority booking for tickets / tables at Mersey Maritime Industry Awards
Opportunity to present / host specific events at your own facilities Limited Limited
Creation of bespoke events programme to support your business focus / priorities Limited
Opportunity to attend national events and forums Limited Limited
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Opportunity to feature in social media marketing campaigns where appropriate Limited
Opportunity to promote your news, events and job vacancies via the weekly email / newsletters Limited
Receive weekly email including industry updates, news, events
Opportunity to be featured as ‘Spotlight’ Member of newsletters Limited
Access to funding, support, guidance and expertise Limited
New member shoutout
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Logo and website link on Mersey Maritime website
Website link on Mersey Maritime email signature
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Annual membership meeting (online or in-person dependant on membership level)
Quarterly meetings and reporting Limited
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Access to monthly Face-2-Face breakfast events

Opportunity to attend workshops, forums and meet the buyers’ events (priority access dependant on membership level and business relevance)

Limited
Limited

Opportunity to present at Face-2-Face and networking events

Limited

Opportunity to attend executive dinners and drinks

Limited

Opportunity to meet VIP guests, industry leaders and stakeholders

Limited

Opportunity to attend The Maritime Exchange Conference

Limited
Limited

Priority booking for tickets / tables at Mersey Maritime Industry Awards

Limited
Limited

Opportunity to have 1-2-1 with Mersey Maritime board members

Opportunity to host specific events at your own facilities

Creation of bespoke events programme to support your business focus / priorities

Limited

Opportunity to attend Maritime UK and other national trade bodies events and forums

Limited
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Communication / PR Micro Standard Executive Sponsor Partner
Opportunity to feature in social media marketing campaigns where appropriate
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Opportunity to promote your news, events and job vacancies via the Ezine
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Receive regular updates, news, events and Ezine (tailored to membership level)
Opportunity to be Ezine Member of the Month
Digital Micro Standard Executive Sponsor Partner
Logo and website link on Mersey Maritime website
Website link on Mersey Maritime email signature
Relationship Management Micro Standard Executive Sponsor Partner
Dedicated account manager
Quarterly meetings and reporting
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Business Support Micro Standard Executive Sponsor Partner
Creation of bespoke package of business support, marketing and events tailored to your business
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Access to funding, support, guidance and expertise from Dr Matt Fulton, Chief Innovation Officer (additional resource from Liverpool John Moores University, University of Liverpool and MTC)
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Direct access to Government elected and officials – local, regional, national and international
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Facilitation of B2B introductions
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Discounted rates for use of conference facilities at Mersey Maritime
Access to Maritime UK and other national trade bodies through Chris Shirling-Rooke, Mersey Maritime CEO’s role as Assistant Chair of Maritime UK
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Bespoke services and solutions