It is now possible to submit your entry for the Maritime Innovation Award 2009. Every Dutch company that has recently delivered a new innovative product, service or process for maritime industry, can apply on https://www.hme.nl/mia[hme.nl]. The award will be presented during the Maritime Awards Gala in Rotterdam on 28 October.

The winner must be applied in practice, sold at least once to a relevant party and has to comply with the following criteria:
– Widely applicable in all of the maritime industry
– Easy to sell
– Export potential.

Minimum requirement for every entry is that it has demonstrable added value for the Netherlands.

Shortlist
The jury consists of eight prominent experts from shipping industry, shipbuilding, maritime services, offshore and maritime research. Early September, they will present a shortlist of nominees.

Maritime Awards Gala
Cooperation, innovation and transfer of knowledge are key concepts in maritime industry. During the award ceremony at the Maritime Awards Gala on 28 October in Rotterdam, the entire industry will come together. More information about this event can be found on https://www.maritime-awards.nl/[maritime-awards.nl].

Enter Now!
Has your company made an innovative contribution to maritime industry? Check https://www.hme.nl/mia[hme.nl] for the application form and conditions for participating. Entries can be submitted until Friday 15 May 2009.

Picture: Last year’s winner: the ‘Safewinch’ developed by Machinefabriek C. Kraaijveld BV