The World Class New Zealand Awards were established in 2003 and are one of New Zealand's most prestigious and significant honours. The Awards recognise innovators and entrepreneurs who make a significant contribution to New Zealand’s growth, development and reputation and are the result of recipients generously giving their time, knowledge and skills to help New Zealand companies and industries.

The World Class New Zealand Awards are a New Zealand Trade & Enterprise initiative, delivered by Kea New Zealand.

The 2012 World Class New Zealand Awards black-tie gala dinner will be held on Thursday, 31st May 2012 at the Langham Hotel in Auckland. Each year this event attracts a VIP audience of top international business people, senior Ministers and officials - an ideal opportunity to interact with the 'best of the best' of New Zealand’s global talent.

Seven of the nine 2012 Award winners have been announced, leaving only two, the Iconic New Zealander Award and the Supreme World Class New Zealand award, to be announced at the Awards dinner. Click here to read about the seven winners who have already  been announced.