Nominations for the 2026 ARBS Awards will close on 30 January 2026.

The ARBS Awards celebrate excellence and leadership across HVAC&R, building services and technology.

In 2026, the ARBS Awards take on a new format with two distinct streams – the ARBS Industry Excellence Awards and the ARBS Future Leader Awards – each recognising excellence at every stage of professional development. From innovators, projects and products to emerging leaders shaping the next generation, the ARBS Awards celebrate the people and ideas driving the industry forward.

ARBS Industry Excellence Awards

The ARBS Industry Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding achievement across excellence in innovative products, projects, service and education within Australia’s HVAC&R, building services and technology sector. Recognised as the industry’s highest honour, the ARBS Awards attract nominations from across the nation and are proudly endorsed by Australia’s leading associations – AIRAH, AMCA, AREMA, CIBSE, RACCA and ARWA.

Winners will be announced at the ARBS Industry Excellence Awards Gala Dinner to be held on 6 May during ARBS 2026.

ARBS Future Leader Awards

The ARBS Future Leader Awards recognise emerging professionals who are demonstrating exceptional skill, innovation and leadership potential in HVAC&R, building services and technology. These awards are designed to encourage and support the next generation of industry talent. Each of the four award recipients will also receive a $5,000 scholarship from the ARBS Foundation to further their professional development, education or research pursuits.

Winners will be announced at the Future Leaders Forum on 7 May at ARBS 2026.

Nominations close 30 January 2026

If you or someone you know is pushing the industry forward, nominate them by 5pm, Friday 30 January 2026.

Nominate here.

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