Awards continue to set the bar high

Held annually in Dubai, The Maritime Standard Awards has consolidated its position as the premier event of its type in the region, setting high standards for production quality and winning the overwhelming respect of the industry for celebrating and recognising only the best of the best in the shipping, ports and related sectors across the Middle East and the Indian Subcontinent. Last year the Awards were held in person at Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE, in the Sheikh Maktoum Hall. With over 800 guests, the Awards once again demonstrated their enduring popularity and unique status within the business, as well as the continued confidence of the industry in TMS’s ability to organize an event of this scale safely and securely despite the pandemic. Overall, 20 general awards were presented on the night, in line with the recommendations of an elite, independent judging panel. In addition, a number of special individual awards were presented by TMS in recognition of the contributions made by selected key industry executives and organizations. Learn More

Book now to guarantee your place

The TMS Awards has to be one of the first things you put in your calendar. So make a note – this year the TMS Awards 2022 will be held in Dubai on November 15th at Atlantis, The Palm. You wont want to miss it! The ‘creme de la creme’ of the Middle East and the Indian Subcontinent Maritime sector will be there, along with many influential guests from around the world. As always being at the Awards gives you the chance to network with people who have real influence and who can benefit your business, as well as enjoy a really great evening of entertainment and a top quality gala dinner. Be there to witness live as the winners of each category are revealed and much coveted Awards trophies are handed out. There is, as always, limited capacity and you won’t want to be one of the unlucky ones to miss out. So please make your booking now to make sure of your place. Learn More

Award Categories

The TMS Awards comprise 27 different categories which are assessed by an elite judging panel, selected for their many years of experience and expertise in a number of different industry segments. Entries are based on nominations received and even dense submitted against specific criteria. Combined, the categories provide comprehensive coverage of all the important shipping and maritime sectors, spanning everything from ports and terminal operations; to all major cargo shipping activities; and the most important components of the maritime business. In addition, there are a number of Awards which are not open for nomination but which are awarded by TMS to companies, organisations and individuals for particularly exceptional levels of service and commitment. Explore the awards categories

Watch the most memorable moments from the TMS Awards 2022

While they were held in line with strict government health and safety standards, the 2022 Awards were back to normal, with a packed house and the winners attending in person to receive their Awards. The atmosphere was one of happiness and joy at being able to meet up again after all the trials and tribulations of the past year. You can click on the link below for a chance to relive the main moments from the 2022 Awards and see for yourself how the event unfolded. You can appreciate the glamour of the guests, acknowledge the status of the VIPs, clap along as the winners picked up their trophies and get an idea of the high quality of the show put on by the team of TMS. Click through the video gallery to see and hear the glitter, glamour and quality of the undisputed best in the business Awards. View all videos