Fleet Safety Awards 2026 is officially live!
Welcome to the 2026 Fleet Safety Awards!
Now in its fourth year, the Fleet Safety Awards is back — bigger, bolder, and more important than ever. If your company or team is leading the charge in road safety, this is your moment to step into the spotlight. We are celebrating organisations and individuals who go above and beyond to make our roads safer for everyone. Don’t just set the standard – be the standard. Enter today and show the world what true commitment to road safety looks like.
Headline Partners
TBA
Our Awards
Best Organisation
Organisations that excel in:
- Comprehensive safety policies and procedures
- Measurable safety performance improvements
- Strong safety-first culture throughout the organisation
- Innovative safety initiatives and programs
- Effective driver training and management
- Consideration of environmental impact
Any fleet-operating organisation in one or more of the three vehicle categories. Judges will look for evidence of systems, culture, and results—not just policies on paper.
There are three categories (separate entry process for each):
- LCV Fleet: primarily operating light commercial vehicles
- MCV Fleet: primarily operating medium commercial vehicles
- HCV Fleet: primarily operating heavy commercial vehicles
Best Fleet Manager
Fleet managers who demonstrate:
- Visionary leadership in safety management
- Successful implementation of innovative safety initiatives
- Proven ability to build and maintain a safety-conscious team
- Measurable improvements in fleet safety performance
- Integration of sustainable practices into fleet operations
- Going beyond compliance to create industry-leading safety standards
Organisations may nominate their fleet managers or safety managers in three vehicle categories. This is for the individual, not the organisation. Focus on their personal leadership, innovation, and impact.
There are three categories (separate entry process for each):
- LCV Fleet Manager
- MCV Fleet Manager
- HCV Fleet Manager
Road Warrior
What the Awards recognise: outstanding professional drivers who demonstrates:
- Exceptional safe driving record with minimal incidents
- Leadership in promoting road safety among peers
- Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
- Environmental responsibility in driving practices
- Positive attitude and professionalism
Employers, fleet managers, or colleagues may nominate professional drivers in three vehicle categories (self-nominations are not accepted.)
There are three categories (separate entry process for each):
- LCV (Light Commercial Vehicles): Up to 3,500kg GVM
- MCV (Medium Commercial Vehicles): 3,501kg – 16,000kg GVM
- HCV (Heavy Commercial Vehicles): Over 16,000kg GVM
Most Improved Truck Stop
A facility that made significant, measurable improvements in the past 12-18 months to enhance driver safety, comfort, and well-being. It focuses on tangible upgrades such as improved security, better rest facilities, enhanced amenities, safety features, or sustainable practices.
Truck stops, rest stops, and driver service facilities
What we’re looking for: Before-and-after evidence of improvements, not just existing good facilities. This is about demonstrable progress and investment in driver welfare.
Fleet Innovation Award
Organisations that create and deliver innovative products, technologies, or services that help OTHER businesses improve their fleet safety, sustainability, or operational efficiency. This is for the innovators and suppliers, not the end-users.
Product/service providers, technology companies, solution suppliers (not fleet operators). Examples include telematics providers, safety technology developers, sustainable fuel suppliers, fleet management software companies, training solution providers.
Sustainability Leadership
An organisation that leads the industry in environmental sustainability while maintaining exceptional safety standards. Entrants must demonstrate concrete actions to reduce environmental impact (emissions, fuel consumption, waste) alongside proven safety performance. This is about doing both—sustainability AND safety—not one or the other.
Any fleet-operating organisation (across all vehicle types). Their key focus areas encompass carbon footprint reduction, alternative fuels/electric vehicles, sustainable fleet practices, measurable environmental improvements without compromising safety.
Most Improved Organisation Award
Clear evidence of transformation including dramatic reductions in incidents, implementation of new safety systems, culture change, or other substantial progress from a previous baseline.
Judges will review all entries across all categories and select one organisation that demonstrates the most significant measurable improvement in safety performance over the past 12-18 months.
Aspiring Fleet Manager Award
Fresh approaches, enthusiasm, potential for industry leadership, and strong fundamentals even if they do not yet have the track record of more experienced managers.
Judges will identify an emerging talent from the Best Fleet Manager entries. This will be someone who shows exceptional promise, innovative thinking, and dedication despite perhaps being early in their fleet management career.
Category Partner
TBA
5 Reasons to enter the Fleet Safety Awards
Benchmark your safety performance year-on-year
Award teams for their commitment to road safety
Networking opportunities
Gain public recognition for commitment to road safety
Motivate teams to prioritise health and safety
Silver Partner
TBA
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Bronze Partners
TBA
Fleet Safety Awards — everything you need to know
Your complete guide to entering, key dates, and everything in between.
How to Enter
Entering is simple. Follow our easy step-by-step guide and submit your nomination in just a few clicks.
Key Dates
Take note of these important dates to ensure you don't miss your opportunity and to stay in the loop
2025 Winners
Discover the outstanding individuals and organisations who took home their share of significant cash prizes at the 2025 Fleet Safety Awards.
FAQ
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Associate Partners
Bus Category Best - Fleet Manager
What it recognises: An individual bus fleet manager who demonstrates:
• Visionary leadership in safety management for passenger transport operations
• Successful implementation of innovative safety initiatives
• Proven ability to build and maintain a safety-conscious driver team
• Measurable improvements in fleet safety performance
• Integration of sustainable practices into fleet operations
• Going beyond compliance to create industry-leading safety standards
Who can enter: Bus operators, fleet managers and passenger transport companies may nominate their fleet managers or safety managers. This is for the individual fleet manager, not the organisation, focusing on their personal leadership, innovation, and impact in managing bus fleet operations.
Bus Category - Road Warrior
What the Award recognises: exceptional bus drivers who demonstrate outstanding safe driving practices, passenger care, and professional conduct. This driver maintains an exemplary safety record, shows commitment to passenger and road safety, and serves as a role model in the passenger transport industry.
Who can enter: Employers, fleet managers, or colleagues may nominate deserving bus drivers (self-nominations are not accepted)
Bus Category - Best Organisation
What the Award recognises: A bus operating company that demonstrates excellence in safety management, driver training, vehicle maintenance, and passenger care. The organisation shows measurable improvements in safety performance, implements comprehensive safety procedures, and fosters a strong safety culture across their operations.
Who can enter: Bus operators and passenger transport companies