It is important to note the criteria requirement for each award which will be strictly adhered to and the close off dates for nominations is 31st July ,mail will be accepted arriving 1st August .

(A) Academic/Research Category of Awards

A1 The CILT Award for a New Zealand based student for outstanding achievement in the CILT International Diploma in Logistics and Transport.

Sponsor: Training in Supply

Criteria: The eligibility period will be for completions in the previous academic year. Only nominations for completed programs will be accepted. Students may apply themselves by submitting a certified copy of their program and marks/grades achieved together with a letter of support from their Program Director or equivalent. The Award will consist of a cash payment of $500 as a contribution to the winners professional development.

A2 The CILT Award for overall outstanding achievement in programs with a focus on Transport and Logistics taught in New Zealand leading to an undergraduate level Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma.

Note: A candidate completing an undergraduate degree may submit four relevant courses at the 300 academic level from that completed degree for consideration for this Award.

Sponsor: Dexion New Zealand

Criteria: The eligibility period will be for completions in the previous academic year. Only nominations for completed qualifications will be accepted. Students may apply themselves by submitting a certified copy of their academic transcript and marks/grades received together with a letter of support from their academic Program Director or equivalent. The Award will consist of $1,000 as a contribution to the winners professional development.

A3 The CILT NZ Award for the Logistics Training Groups Top Graduate in the CILT UK Professional Diploma in Logistics and Transport.

Sponsor: Logistics Training Group

Nominations for this award will be made on recommendation of the Program Director, for the student who has achieved the highest overall performance in the UK Professional Diploma. The eligibility period will be for the previous academic year. The award will consist of a cash payment of $500 as a contribution to the winner's professional development.

A4 The Dairy Transport Logistics (DTL) Award for overall outstanding achievement in programs with a focus on Transport and Logistics taught in New Zealand leading to a Postgraduate level Certificate or Diploma or Degree.

Note: (Courses should be at 400 academic Level and above and must include a minimum of three courses or their equivalent with specific orientation to Transport and Logistics and may include a dissertation).

Sponsor:DairyTransport Logistics (DTL)

Criteria: The eligibility period will be for completions in the previous academic year. Only nominations for completed Certificates or Diplomas or Degrees will be accepted. Students may apply themselves by submitting a certified copy of their academic transcript and grades received, together with a letter of support from their academic Program Director or equivalent. Applications must include samples of the candidates work, (eg major assignments / projects). The Award will consist of a cash payment of $2,000.00 as a contribution to the winners professional development. Submission of more than the minimum number of qualifying courses will be taken into account.

Three copies of the application should be submitted in hard copy together with an electronic version on a CD.

A5 The Ministry of Transport Award for outstanding achievement at Masters Level, in a research project, dissertation or thesis with a focus on transport planning and policy,or transport and the economy, or supply chains and logistics or transport and environmental issues or some combination of these broad areas .

Sponsor: Ministry of Transport

Note: This Award is not open to PhD students. The research project, dissertation or thesis must represent the equivalent of a minimum of one semester of full time study at Masters level.

Criteria:The subject of the research is to be in a field of transport planning and policy, or supply chains and logistics, or on transport and environmental issues or some combination of these broad areas. The research must have been completed in the previous academic year. The research is required to be original and innovative and demonstrate a clear potential to improve one or more elements in the chosen field of study. The application must be received by CILT before 1 August in the Award year. Candidates may submit applications themselves along with a letter of support from their academic Director or Supervisor. The material submitted will not be returned to the candidate. The Award will be for a sum of $4,000.00 together with a letter from the Minister acknowledging the accomplishment, plus a plaque to record that accomplishment. The winner is expected to make a presentation to a CILT meeting or international conference such as the Australasian Transport Research Forum (ATRF) or submit an article based on the research for publication in a CILT magazine or other reputable academic journal. Judges will have the discretion to recommend that two awards at $2000.00 each be made if there are applications of sufficient merit.

Three copies of the application should be submitted in hard copy together with an electronic version in pdf on a CD.

A6 The CILT Award for the top student in the CILT International Certificate in Logistics and Transport taught in New Zealand.

Sponsor: Dexion New Zealand

Criteria: Nominations for this award will be made on recommendation of the relevant Programme Director, for the student who has achieved the highest overall performance in a completed CILT International Certificate course. The expectation is that the student will have attained consistently high grades.

Nominations in triplicate including a certified copy of the nominees academic transcript must be lodged by 31 July in the year of the award. An electronic version of the nomination would be appreciated in addition to the three hard copies to assist the awards process.

The period will be for course completions achieved in the calendar year prior to the year of the award.

The award will consist of a cash payment of $250 as a contribution to the winner's professional development.

(B) Communications and Industry Category Awards

B1 The CILT Award for the Most Meritorious Published article in a New Zealand publication.

Sponsor: CILT NZ

Criteria:

This Award will be made annually for the best article on an aspect of supply chain management, logistics or transport, published between 1 July and 30 June prior to the Award. Definition: Article may be a series of articles and editorial opinions. CILT will seek nominations in July of each year for this Award. Nominations can be received from editors, publishers, writers or journalists who have published original work about or relating to transport, logistics or supply chain management during the period 1 July to 30 June. The nomination can be on the persons own behalf or on behalf of another person (who must sign an acknowledgement on the cover sheet). The Award will be a plaque to record the accomplishment.

The nomination must include:

A completed cover sheet (available from CILT).

Three complete original or scanned copies of the publication in which the article appeared (these originals may be returned if requested).

Three copies of a summary of the publication giving accredited distribution information and audited circulation.

Three copies of at least one letter or written statement from the publication editor or a similar independent person confirming that the work is original. This person may be contacted by the judging panel.

It would assist the judging if one CD containing electronic copy of all material submitted is included.

Judging for the Award will be carried out by CILTs Awards Panel. In making their decision the Awards Panel will be looking for an article or series of articles, or editorial opinion that:

Analyses the issues.

Identifies options for addressing the issue, including where appropriate, a way ahead.

The Panel will be seeking understanding, clarity of thought and written expression and objectivity.

B2 The CILT Award for the Most Meritorious Presentation.

Sponsor: Kissling Consulting Ltd

Criteria:

This Award is for the most meritorious New Zealand presentation to a supply chain / logistics or transport forum, or a CILT meeting during the period 1st July to 30th June. It is Awarded annually. The Award will consist of $500.00 prize money.

The presentation should encompass original evaluation of the topic under consideration.

The presentation should maintain the interest of the audience, as well as educate or expand their knowledge generally.

Nominations must include three copies of supporting documentation, including either a sound or video recording, copy of any graphics used, speakers notes, and a copy of any associated background paper where available. It will assist the judging process if all the material submitted is also provided on a CD/DVD.

Sections are required to nominate the best presentation from their Section meetings held during the year.

CILT conference and forum organizers are required to arrange for appropriate papers to be nominated.

The Award will be a wooden trophy, to be held for one year, and a plaque to record the accomplishment and $500.00 prize money.

B3 The CILT Award for Implementation and Practice.

Sponsor: Cubic Transport

This is Awarded annually to the organization(s) or team that has demonstrated sustained excellence in supply chain management/logistics/transport implementations and practice, including transport planning, with special emphasis on building relationships and developing strategic partnerships.

Criteria:

There is no specific period of eligibility for this Award as the panel is seeking an organization which is consistently good in practice.

Nominations must include external feedback on the organization/team from customers, peers and/or partners, by way of referees and testimonials.

Nominations will be received up to the deadline of 31 July.

Three copies of all material submitted must be supplied. In addition, an electronic copy on a CD/DVD would assist the judging process.

The Award will be in the form of a Certificate and Plaque to record the accomplishment.

B4 The CILT Award for Public Transport Innovation.

Sponsor: CILT NZ

The Award recognizes notable innovation in any aspect of the public transport in the New Zealand transport sector during the period from 1st July to 30th June.

Criteria:

The work which results in the Award should involve a substantial level of innovation and change that has enhanced significantly the operations and success of the individuals or of their organizations involvement in the sector.

The Award is open to an individual person, company or other organization including a student.

Nominations for the Award may come from any individual or organization (including self nomination) and are to be accompanied by a summary of the achievement with supporting evidence where appropriate.

Three copies of all supporting material must be supplied. In addition, an electronic copy on a CD/DVD would assist the judging process.

The Award is in the form of a Plaque and Certificate.

B5 The CILT Award for Supply Chain Innovation.

Sponsor: Dexion New Zealand

The Award recognises notable innovation in systems and technology in the New Zealand Supply Chain sector during the period from 1st July to 30th June.

Criteria:

The work which leads to this Award will reflect a substantial level of innovation and change that has enhanced significantly the operations and success of the individuals or their organizations involvement in the sector.

The Award is open to an individual person, company or other organization including a student.

Nominations for the Award may come from any individual or organization (including self nomination) and are to be accompanied by a summary of the achievement, post-implementation evaluation, key performance indicators which record the improvements, and other supporting evidence as appropriate.

Three copies of all supporting material must be supplied. In addition, an electronic copy on a CD/DVD would assist the judging process.

The Award is in the form of a Plaque and Certificate.

B6 The CILT Award for Safety, Security and Environmental Innovation

Sponsor: CentrePort Ltd

An annual Award for the best safety, security or environmental innovation in supply chain management, logistics and/or transport during the period from 1st July to 30th June.

Criteria:

This Award is to recognize a cost effective innovation in safety devices, systems, procedures and regulations including care of the environment and bio-security in any aspect of the New Zealand logistics, transport or supply chain sectors involving the movement of people and freight.

The work which results in the Award should involve a substantial level of innovation and change that has enhanced significantly the operations and success of the individuals or of their organizations involvement in the sector or to safety and/or security during the movement of people and freight.

The Award is open to an individual person, company or other organization including a student.

Nominations for the Award may come from any individual or organization (including self nomination) and are to be accompanied by a summary of the achievement with supporting evidence where appropriate

Three copies of all supporting material must be supplied. In addition, an electronic copy on a CD/DVD would assist the judging process.

The Award is in the form of a Plaque and Certificate.

( C) Excellence Category Awards

C1 Young Achiever of the Year

Sponsor: Port of Tauranga

The purpose of the Award is to provide incentive for and recognition of individuals who are actively involved in the day-to-day operation and development of transport and/or logistics in New Zealand.

The Young Achievers Award is open to anyone who will be under the age of 35 years as at 1st January following the year of nomination.

The employer or an appropriate professional association must sponsor the nominee for the Award. A letter of endorsement outlining the reasons for sponsoring the nominee must be included with the submission.

Nominees must be able to demonstrate achievement in their chosen profession including any of the following ways:

Have made a discernable contribution to the body of knowledge in the field of specialisation.

Have demonstrated leadership and/or organizational skills of a high order.

Have proven project or program implementation skills.

Nominations will be assessed on the following criteria:

Personal achievement

Impact of contributions to the T&L industry

Have demonstrated leadership and/organizational skills of a high order

Creativeness

Professionalism

Presentation of the submission

Any other relevant comments in support of the application

The following supporting data must be submitted. Lack of supporting data will render the submission invalid. More detailed information may be attached to the nomination form. Submissions in triplicate must be in written (typed) form with a maximum of 1000 words.

A cover sheet must be provided matching the criteria for the nominated Award.

Brief background to the subject of the nomination.

Description and detail of the nomination subject process, program, deliverables, installation, equipment, alliances.

Major achievement of the nomination.

Supporting high quality graphics (photographs, CD/DVD, video, artwork) plus a photo of the Young Achiever applicant (for use in publicity).

Quantification of the contribution of the nomination financial, service, quality, value-added etc.

Supporting business references, evidence of academic achievement and comprehensive CV.

Where applicable, a letter of nomination from a user organization.

Any additional multimedia presentations, images and videos must be saved onto a DVD and three (3) copied provided.

The Award will consist of a grant of up to $4,000.00, or in kind, to be used for attendance at the following years CILT International Young Professionals Conference, run concurrently with the CILT International Council Meeting, normally in May at an international location. If the programme is not run in a particular year, the Award may be used to attend an international supply chain management/logistics/transport conference or event. Payment will be by re-imbursement of expenses actually incurred up to the limit of the grant.

The winner is required to make a presentation on the conference attended to a CILT meeting or submit an article for publication in Logistics and Transport the official journal of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in New Zealand Inc.

A Certificate and Plaque will be presented to record the accomplishment.

C2 The Norman Spencer Memorial Medal for Contribution to Transport and the Institute

This Award is a memorial to Norman Spencer, the first Chairman of the New Zealand Division of The Chartered Institute of Transport, 1959 - 1962.

Sponsor: CILT NZ

This Award will only be made to recognize a person of the highest calibre from within the transport and logistics sectors. The person is to have made an outstanding contribution over time to the sector as well as contributing in a meaningful way to the activities of the Institute.

Nominations for the Award will be sought by the Council of CILT through its own network of branches and sectors. The Executive Director will maintain a file of nominations which will be considered each year. Sections are required to consider a nomination each year.

Nominations including self nomination, are to be supported by full details of the nominee's achievements and experience.

The following criteria will be taken into account:

Outstanding contribution to the logistics, transport or supply chain industry.

Service to the Institute through Section and/or Council activities.

The promotion of the Institute through leadership, example, and encouragement in the education and mentoring of young people in the industry.

The Award will be in the form of a trophy which is held until the next recipient is chosen. In addition a plaque for retention will be presented.

C3 The Sir Bob Owens Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Logistics, Supply Chain Sector & Community

This Award is a memorial to the late Sir Bob Owens, one of the industry's most respected leaders.

Sponsor: CILT NZ

Nominations for the Award will be sought by the Council of CILT through its own network of branches and sectors. Nominations are to be supported by full details of the nominee's achievements, contributions to community and experience.

The following criteria will be taken into account:

Outstanding contribution to the logistics, transport or supply chain sectors.

Promoting professionalism and excellence through leadership and example, and encouragement of networking.

Encouraging young persons to enter the sector and assisting them in their development.

Providing personal leadership on a voluntary basis in the wider community beyond the ambit of any actions taken as part of paid employment.

The Award will be in the form of a trophy to be held for a year and a plaque for permanent retention.

Nomination Form