About The Perth Hub
The Invest and Trade Western Australia team in Perth works in partnership with overseas office locations to coordinate ministerial missions and delegations and further strategic partnerships.
We have a Clients Services team who can help you with investment and trade opportunities in Western Australia. If you have a related enquiry complete our online form and the team can assist you!
We speak a range of languages including English, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Korean, Cantonese, Malay, Hakka, Indonesian, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian and French.
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Telephone: +61 (08) 6277 3000
Our Deputy Director
Simone Spencer | Deputy Director General - Strategy and International Engagement
Simone is the Deputy Director General, Strategy and International Engagement at the Western Australian Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation. Simone and her team provide strategic policy advice on state economic development issues and help to both shape and promote investment and trade opportunities.
Key areas of focus for Simone and her team include economic diversification, industry decarbonisation and fostering a cohesive approach to the State’s long-term economic development including leading Invest and Trade Western Australia, the State’s ‘front door’ for investors and exporters.
Winners Announced for the Western Australian Export Awards 2025
The achievements of Western Australia’s most successful exporters were celebrated at the Western Australian Export Awards 2025 Gala Dinner, with Como Engineers named as Western Australia Exporter of the Year.
Now in its 37th year, the Awards honour the businesses driving Western Australia’s international success by showcasing home-grown innovation, creativity and expertise across global markets.
The Western Australian Export Awards program is delivered by the Government of Western Australia through Invest and Trade Western Australia.
This year’s program attracted 40 applicants, with more than 40 per cent being first-time entrants – A clear sign that WA’s exporters are stepping up to showcase their global success.
The 2025 awards featured the new First Nations Exporter Award, recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-owned businesses engaged in international trade. Kirrikin, a luxury fashion brand featuring contemporary Aboriginal art, was named the inaugural winner.
Category Winners of the Western Australian Export Awards:
Agribusiness, Food and Beverages: Craig Mostyn Group
Creative Industries: CIZZY Bridal Australia
e-Commerce: Bangin’ Headlights
Emerging Exporter: Royal Poly Products
First Nations Exporter: Kirrikin
International Education and Training: APEIRO Institute
International Health: Linear Clinical Research Ltd
Manufacturing and Advanced Materials: Como Engineers
Professional Services: Tape Ark
Regional Exporter: Stone Axe Pastoral Company
Resources and Energy: Matrix Composites & Engineering
Small Business: icetana AI
Sustainability and Green Economy: Premier Metal Recyclers
Technologies: Blacktree Technology
Driving WA’s global reputation
Exports continue to be a major driver of Western Australia’s economy. In 2024-25, Western Australia exported $232 billion of goods, representing 45 per cent of Australia’s total goods exports.
Premier Roger Cook congratulated the winners, noting their achievements reflect Western Australia’s leadership in international trade, and its reputation as a reliable and innovative partner globally.
Next stop: Australian Export Awards
All WA category winners will now represent the State at the Australian Export Awards in Canberra in November, competing against the nation’s top exporters.
Invest and Trade WA proudly delivers the WA Export Awards program, which builds on the support it provides to local businesses to expand into new markets through its global network of 17 international offices.
Learn more about the winners of the WA Export Awards 2025
Thank you to our partners
Welcome Function Partner
Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
Gold Partners
Department of Local Government, Sport, and Creative Industries
Export Finance Australia
Fremantle Port Authority
Event Partners
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Business Events Perth
Table Partners
Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA
Westpac
Congratulations to the WA Export Awards 2025 winners. We wish you every success at the Australian Export Awards in Canberra later this year.
Published on: 13 September 2025
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