BRISBANE, QLD — October 21, 2022 — Emerging logistics technology pioneer Explorate was recognized tonight at Brisbane City Hall, securing an Honorable Mention in the ANZ High Growth Business category at the prestigious 2022 Lord Mayor’s Business Awards.
The annual gala ceremony, hosted by the Brisbane Economic Development Agency (BEDA) and Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner, marked a record-breaking year for the awards, which pulled in the highest number of nominations in its 17-year history. The high-growth category spotlighted fast-scaling local entities driving employment, innovation, and Brisbane's broader $181 billion economy.
The recognition caps off a banner year of hyper-growth for Explorate. Having expanded from its original "garage startup" roots into an agile crew of over 50 team members across four domestic offices, the digital freight ally is successfully leading an industry-wide data transformation. The milestone follows hot on the heels of the founders clinching the Digital Disruptor prize at the Brisbane Young Entrepreneur Awards.
"We are incredibly proud of our team, and this recognition from the Lord Mayor and BEDA is particularly special to us," said Conor Hagan, Co-CEO of Explorate. "Our rapid growth signals that the global trade market is hungry for change. Shippers want modern data, tech transparency, and clear sustainability metrics—and we are fully dedicated to delivering that sea change."
The Explorate team celebrating their High Growth recognition inside the historic Brisbane City Hall.
With a footprint established in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, Explorate continues to rapidly win market share by replacing fragmented, offline freight systems with automated operations. The team credits much of this high-growth trajectory to local tech ecosystems and collaborative supply chain partners.
"What an adventure this year has been," Hagan added. "We owe a massive thank you to our corporate customers and partners who have fueled the momentum we've enjoyed over the last 12 months. This is just the beginning of a bigger, better roadmap as we look toward regional APAC expansion."
About Explorate
Explorate is a digital freight forwarder that makes global logistics management remarkably straightforward. Combining a cutting-edge platform—featuring instant bookings, real-time track and trace, and smart workflow dashboards—with a concierge-style team of logistics experts, Explorate provides modern shippers with the agility and supply chain control required in today’s volatile market.
Bringing 10+ years of experience across international marketing, business administration, and strategic brand management, Explorate's media lead has directed corporate communications within competitive industrial and tech sectors to expertly navigate reputation across the digital supply chain landscape.
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