In a decade defined by rising oceans and carbon accountability, the maritime industry is under unprecedented pressure to clean up its act. As global regulators enforce tighter emission targets, and consumers demand eco-conscious trade routes, the need for visible, credible action in sustainable shipping has never been more urgent.

Enter the TMS Awards 2025 — the shipping industry’s most prestigious platform for recognizing environmental innovation, ESG leadership, and marine ecosystem protection.

📍 Event Date: October 29, 2025
📍 Venue: Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai — the industry’s most iconic stage for recognition, celebration, and change.

🌊 Why This Event Matters in the Global Green Transition

The TMS Awards 2025 steps in as more than just a ceremonial night — it’s a global validation platform for companies walking the talk in maritime decarbonisation.

🏆 The Three Game-Changing Environmental Categories

1. The Green Shipping Award

For companies embracing tech-driven carbon cuts — from LNG and methanol propulsion, to wind-assisted vessels and AI route optimization.
Why apply?

  • Boost brand value with green shipping technology credentials
  • Attract ESG-compliant charterers and sustainability-linked funding
  • Dominate search terms like zero-emission shipping and low-carbon maritime solutions

2. The Sustainable Shipping Award

Celebrates full-spectrum ESG adoption, from seafarer welfare and supply chain ethics to emissions control and waste reduction.
Why apply?

  • Elevate your brand under sustainable maritime practices
  • Reinforce your social responsibility story for stakeholders and investors
  • Rank for high-value SEO terms like ESG in shipping, responsible marine operations

3. The Environment Protection Award

Honors proactive ocean guardianship—like oil spill prevention, marine plastic removal, coral reef preservation, and underwater noise control.
Why apply?

  • Showcase readiness to operate in eco-sensitive maritime zones
  • Enhance authority for terms like marine ecosystem protection and eco-friendly vessel design

💡 How to Craft a Winning Entry

Want to stand out in a category that’s becoming more competitive each year? Keep your nomination:

  • Data-Driven – Show actual reductions in emissions, waste, or energy use
  • Story-Led – Highlight challenges faced and solutions implemented
  • Certifiable – Include ISO certifications, environmental audits, class notations
  • Visual – Add images, video, and results dashboards to make your impact real

Apply now. Be seen. Be remembered. Be the future of green shipping.

Submit your Nomination before August 1st   tmsawards.com/award-categories