Awards Update 

Protecting the prestige of industry's highest honour

Update 08.07.2026 | The Crane Association of New Zealand has made the decision not to proceed with the main CANZ Awards programme in 2026.

Despite extending the entry period, we did not receive enough nominations to run a competitive awards programme. The CANZ Awards exist to recognise the very best our industry has to offer, and their value lies in being genuinely earned through strong competition.

Rather than compromise the integrity, prestige and mana of the awards, Council has chosen to pause the main awards programme for 2026.

While disappointing, we believe protecting the reputation of the awards is the right decision for the industry and for future winners.

Recognition will still be part of conference

Our Conference Dinner will still celebrate the people and businesses that make our industry exceptional.

The evening will include:

• Recognition Awards
• Booth of the Year Award (voted by conference delegates)
• Gut Foundation Charity Auction
• Dinner,  DJ and celebrations

We're looking forward to another fantastic evening with industry colleagues.

Looking ahead to 2027

The CANZ Awards will return when the programme can once again showcase the depth of excellence our industry is known for. 

We encourage members to start thinking now about the projects, lifts, trainees and trainers that deserve recognition next year.

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