Innovators in the national ophthalmic sector are being encouraged to get involved in the 2025 Endeavour Awards, which recognise achievement in Australian manufacturing.
The awards, presented by Manufacturers’ Monthly, will be announced 13 November 2025. They are the premier accolade in Australian manufacturing and, for the first time, the healthcare sector is involved.
It is among a number of new categories in the growing event. Others include the Outstanding Start-up, Innovation in Aerospace, Innovation in Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Technology Application awards.
Organisers have introduced the Innovation in Healthcare Technology Award, which recognises “technologies that improve healthcare and medical manufacturing”.
“This category is for companies developing innovative health solutions, including medical devices, digital health platforms, biotechnologies, and pharmaceuticals,” Prime Creative Media Events general manager Ms Siobhan Rocks said.
All products and technologies must be manufactured and/or commercially available in Australia.
“Eligible technologies must have undergone advancements within the two years prior to the nominations closing date.”
At last year’s awards, meat industry innovator MEQ was named overall Australian Manufacturer of the Year.
Nominations are now open for the 2025 event. Submitting a nomination is free and must be completed using the online form on the website by Thursday 2 October 2025 at 11:59pm.
Manufacturers’ Monthly is published by Prime Creative Media, a trade media and events company that also publishes Insight.
For more information, visit: https://endeavourawards.com.au/nominations/.
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