Australian Paper Recovery won the Waste and Recycling Business of the Year award at the 34th Australian Freight Industry Awards (AFIAs) on Saturday.
The nation’s biggest names in the freight and logistics industry gathered at the Palladium at Crown Melbourne to honour the achievements and key players across the industry, selected from a record-breaking number of applications across a range of categories.
The event was supported by regular major sponsors, with awards given by Victorian Transport Association (VTA) Chief Executive Officer Peter Anderson.
“After what has been another challenging year, it was fantastic to take a moment to reflect on and celebrate our industry and those that keep pushing for greatness and embracing innovation to keep our country moving,” VTA said.
Australian Paper Recovery Managing Director Darren Thorpe said he was humbled and excited by the recognition.
Australian Paper Recovery has collected waste paper, plastic and cardboard since 2002, but in recent years has taken a new approach to its traditional role as a commercial and industrial processor.
Award winners were:
Lindsay Fox AC, Personality of the Year Award – sponsored by CMV Truck & Bus
Namrita Anchan of Linfox Australia, Women’s Leadership Award – sponsored by Viva Energy Australia
Sean Draffin of Xtreme Freight, Emerging Leader Award – sponsored by Daimler Truck Australia Pacific
Qube Bulk, Green Star Award – sponsored by National Transport Insurance
Secon Freight Logistics, Application of Technology Award – sponsored by Transport Certification Australia
Freight Cyber, Best Practice Safety Award – sponsored by Gallagher
Alex Fraser Recycling, Investment in People Award – sponsored by Logical Staffing Solutions
Australian Paper Recovery, Waste & Recycling Business of the Year Award – sponsored by RSM Group