#FirstMaritimeWinners - Ireland's maritime and marine sector were recognised at the inaugural Maritime Industry Awards held last week.
The awards took place in Dublin at the Ballsbridge Hotel last Thursday and were hosted by Colm O'Regan of 'Irish Mammies' fame. In total there were 15 prestigious trophies which were presented to individuals and organisations within Ireland's maritime industry.
The 2015 Awards Winners are listed below.
Overall Maritime Excellence Award: Resolute Marine Energy
Lifetime Achievement Award: Eoin Sweeney
Ship Operator of the Year: Atlantic Towage & Marine
Excellence in Maritime Environmental Protection Award: Commissioners of Irish Lights
Excellence in Maritime Education & Training Award: Marine Data Network - SEA-Tech Evolution
Excellence in Marine Renewable Energy Award: Resolute Marine Energy
Excellence in Vessel Repair & Maintenance Award: Mooney Boats
Special Recognition Award: Helen Noble
Excellence in Marine Tourism & Leisure Award: Port of Cork Company
Excellence in Aquaculture Award: Marine Harvest Ireland
Offshore Ireland Award: Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources
Shipyard of the Year: Bere Island Boat Yard
Innovation in Maritime Safety Award: SafeTrx - DeCare Systems Ireland
Innovation in Marine Technology Award: SeaFi Horizon - Port of Cork Company and SEA-Tech Evolution
Commercial Dive and Marine Contractors of the Year: Inland and Coastal Marina Systems