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- 7 May 2026 ( #1280 ) - Australia
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ASCLA is taking nominations for its awards
ASCLA is taking nominations for its awards

ASCLA award nominations now open

Sydney, Australia

Nominations are now open for the ASCLA awards, honouring those who work in the supply chain and logistics sectors across Australasia.

There are 12 award categories this year. They are:

  • Automation, Robotics or Emerging Technology Award
  • Environmental Excellence Award
  • Future Leaders Award
  • Industry Excellence Award
  • International Supply Chain Award
  • Big Data, IT & Business Intelligence Award
  • Start-up Award
  • Transport Logistics Excellence Award
  • Training, Education & Development Award
  • Supply Chain Management Award
  • Workplace Health & Safety Award
  • Judges' Choice Award

“Leadership that transformed how your organisation operates,” ASCLA states. “Innovation that solved problems others couldn't crack. Teams that turned impossible deadlines into delivered results.

“The ASCLA Industry Awards celebrate the work that drives Australasian supply chain and logistics forward - the projects, the people, and the performance that set new benchmarks for our industry.”

Submissions close August 7 with finalists named on September 1. Winners will be announced at the ASCLA Industry Awards Gala Dinner in Brisbane in October.

ASC acquired by Barcomation

Victoria, Australia

ASC has been acquired by Barcomation
ASC has been acquired by Barcomation

Victorian-headquartered industrial automation business Automation Systems and Controls (ASC), has been acquired by Australia automation solutions specialists Barcomation.

The merged business now operates under Barcomation but trades as Automation Systems and Controls, with the acquisition marking a new phase of growth for ASC.

The transition sees Sven Klockmann join as director of Barcomation, and will lead the business moving forward. He replaces Rick Colling who is stepping down after more than 20 years of service.

“I am excited to join the Automation Systems and Controls team and build on the strong foundation established over many years,” says Klockmann. “Our focus will remain on delivering high-quality service while strengthening the business and investing in future growth.”

Tony Bowyer, co-founder of Automation Systems and Controls, will continue as national sales manager, ensuring ongoing consistency in customer engagement and market presence.

ASC says it expects the transition to be seamless.

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