New name and brand for ECMA awards

The organisers, Mercator Media, said: "This exciting new chapter reflects Seawork’s commitment to innovation, industry excellence, and its strong connection to the global commercial marine sector.

"The rebranded Seawork Awards will continue to celebrate the outstanding achievements of individuals, businesses, and vessels that are making significant contributions to the commercial marine industry. This change aims to align the awards more closely with the Seawork brand, reinforcing its position as a leading platform for showcasing cutting-edge technologies, sustainable practices, and exemplary achievements in maritime operations."

Key Categories of the Seawork Awards 2025 include:

• Innovation Awards: celebrating groundbreaking technologies and forward-thinking projects that are transforming the maritime industry;
• The Maritime Sustainability Award;
• The Maritime Civils Best Project Award;
• Young Person’s Development Award, sponsored by Svitzer;
• The Maritime Professional of the Year Award; and
• The Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by Mercator Media & Maritime Journal.

Mercator said: "The Seawork Awards will continue to uphold the high standards set by the ECMAs, while enhancing their relevance by expanding categories to reflect the growing importance of sustainability, innovation, and diversity in the sector."

Seawork is the largest and fastest growing international commercial marine and workboat exhibition and conference held in a European working port environment. Now in its 26th year, Seawork takes place over three days every year in the Port of Southampton UK and attracts over 7,700 high calibre commercial marine professionals from over 70 countries,

Seawork 2025, scheduled to take place 10 – 12 June 2025 in Southampton, UK, is set to be another landmark event, featuring over 600 exhibitors, industry-leading conferences, and the much-anticipated awards ceremony.

Visit www.seawork.com to find out more.