Congratulations to the 88 national finalists who have been recognised as winners at state and territory Export Award ceremonies for their outstanding export achievements.
These finalists represent a diverse range of sectors and industries and have made a significant contribution to our national economy, creating jobs and opportunities in our cities, regions, and rural areas.
Every product and service that we export to the world represents thousands of stable, well-paying Australian jobs. Collectively this year's finalists employed more than 24,300 people and generated close to $8 billion in export earnings last financial year.
Over half of this year's finalists are small businesses with an annual turnover of less than $10 million.
Small businesses who export create opportunity in every corner of the country. Whether they are based in capital cities or in regional towns, they share a common goal - to grow their business by tapping into new markets and expanding the reach of Australian goods and services.
Since 1963, the Australian Export Awards have recognised the contribution of more than 2,000 Australian businesses to have achieved international success in a broad range of sectors.
I look forward to celebrating the 13 award category winners and announcing the Australian Exporter of the Year at the 62nd Australian Export Awards National Ceremony on 20 November 2024.
The Awards program is presented by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), in collaboration with state and territory partners and sponsors.
For the full list of national finalists, visit: 62nd Australian Export Awards.
