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Posted by David Sexton
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29 May, 2026
TECHNOLOGICAL adaptation in logistics was apparent last night when the winners were announced last night of the 2026 ALC Supply Chain & Logistics Business Awards.
Among those to achieve recognition was Melbourne’s Victoria International Container Terminal which received the Supply Chain Productivity Partnership Award for "its commitment to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement".
VICT was recognised for demonstrating how technology, infrastructure investment and commercial partnerships can support safer, smarter and more productive terminal operations.
The annual awards recognise the businesses, people and partnerships setting the standard for Australia’s freight transport and logistics sectors.
Hermoine Parsons at the ALC Supply & Logistics Business Awards. Image: ALC
ALC chief executive and managing director Hermione Parsons said the awards reflected the scale, complexity and capability of a crucial industry.
"Australia’s supply chains rely on thousands of decisions, investments and partnerships across road, freight rail, ports, airports, intermodals, warehouses, customers and communities," Dr Parsons said.
"The winners recognised last night represent the best of that system. They are improving safety, opening employment pathways, lifting workforce participation, reducing waste, investing in better infrastructure, using technology well and strengthening the resilience of the networks Australia depends on every day.
"These awards matter because they recognise the work that keeps goods moving, supports communities, and helps build a more capable and productive national supply chain."
Primary Connect received the Supply Chain Safety & Wellbeing Award for its Inclusion Strategy and its focus on building safer, more inclusive and psychologically safe workplaces.
Toll Group received the Supply Chain Community Award for its partnership with We Are Mobilise, which is creating employment pathways for Australians experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness. The program is delivering direct social impact by supporting participants into work, financial independence, stable housing and long-term stability.
The Supply Chain Workforce Diversity Award was jointly awarded to Linfox and Young Guns. Linfox was recognised for its long-term work to increase female participation through its Driving to 30 strategy and targeted workforce pathways. Young Guns was recognised for creating meaningful employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other underrepresented groups.
Williams Logistics received the Supply Chain Environmental Sustainability Excellence Award for its Circular Logistics Ecosystem and its work to reduce waste, extend product life cycles and support more sustainable outcomes across the fashion and lifestyle supply chain.
The Supply Chain Industry & Government Partnership Award was presented to ARTC – Pimba Intermodal Hub, recognised as a strong example of industry and government working together to deliver infrastructure, productivity and regional connectivity outcomes. The project supports an integrated rail-first freight model that connects mine, terminal, rail, and port operations.
Toll Group also received the Supply Chain Innovation Award for its purpose-built low profile rigid truck and double-drop deck trailer for beverage delivery operations.
Victoria International Container Terminal received the Supply Chain Productivity Partnership Award for its commitment to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. VICT was recognised for demonstrating how technology, infrastructure investment and commercial partnerships can support safer, smarter and more productive terminal operations.
Applications for the Supply Chain Resilience Award were so impressive that both Primary Connect and Linfox were recognised for their leadership, adaptability and operational strength in responding to disruption.
The Supply Chain Rising Star Award was presented to Daniela Cordoba from Orgen Group, recognising her contribution as an emerging leader in Australia’s supply chain workforce. Daniela has made a strong contribution to workforce development, diversity, inclusion and opportunities for migrant talent across the sector.
Phillip Parsons was the recipient of the 2026 ALC Industry Champion Award. Image: ALC
The 2026 ALC Industry Champion Award was presented to Phillip Parsons in recognition of his long-standing leadership, advocacy, collaboration and service to Australia’s supply chain and logistics industry, including his contribution as an ALC councillor and board member.
Hermione Parsons said the winners and finalists demonstrated the strength of an industry focused on practical outcomes.
"This year’s winners show an industry investing in its people, its systems, its partnerships and its future," Dr Parsons said.
"Their work strengthens the supply chains that move food, fuel, medicine, construction materials, exports, imports and everyday goods across the country. ALC is proud to recognise that contribution."
