This award recognizes men and women under the age of 40 who have made significant contributions to the inland marine transportation industry and collectively promise to play a big role in shaping its future.
Awards will be presented to young professionals working on towboats, passenger vessels, or other commercial craft, as well as those working shoreside at a port, terminal, shipyard or fleet. Those providing professional services to the industry, such as surveyors, freight or equipment brokers, engineers, and consultants, also qualify.
2025 nominations are now closed.
The following criteria should be considered when nominating a candidate:
- Candidates must be under the age of 40 as of May 30, 2025.
- Candidates will be subject to approval by their direct supervisor.
- Past winners are not eligible.
- Nominations are limited to 2 per operator and 1 per supplier