This award recognises a business, team or indivual that has successfully commercialed or implemented new technology, innovative solution, or mechanical strategy within the forestry or wood industry. The award highlights those whose advancements have delivered measurable improvements, added value, or driven significant progress in operational efficiency, safety, sustainability or productivity.
Open to businesses, teams, or individuals operating within the forestry industry or related sectors, who can:
- Show clear evidence of innovative thinking, expertise, or leadership in developing or adopting new technologies, processes, or mechanical solutions.
- There must be measurable outcomes or significant benefits resulting from the implementation, such as improved productivity, enhanced safety, cost savings, environmental gains, or value creation for the forestry industry.
- The innovation or strategy should be acknowledged by peers, clients, or the wider industry as a valuable advancement.
- The solution should demonstrate potential for ongoing positive impact, be sustainable in practice, and have the capacity for broader adoption within the sector.