The Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) are pleased to announce that entries are now open for the 2026 New Zealand OSPAs! Returning for the fifth consecutive year.
The OSPAs are designed to be both independent and inclusive; providing an important opportunity to recognise and celebrate the work of those dedicated companies, individuals and teams who deliver outstanding security products and services.
“Celebrating excellence in security is vital, and the OSPAs are dedicated to recognising those who go above and beyond to protect our communities,” said Professor Martin Gill, Founder of the OSPAs.
“We are proud to return to New Zealand for another year and look forward to celebrating the achievements of those who tirelessly work to provide outstanding security products and services. It is free to enter and all associations, judges and entrants must adhere to our strict ethics rules.”
The 2026 Categories are:
- Outstanding In-House Security Manager/Director
- Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director
- Outstanding Security Team
- Outstanding Contract Security Company (Guarding)
- Outstanding Security Consultant
- Outstanding Security Training Initiative
- Outstanding Security Installer/Integrator
- Outstanding New Security Product
- Outstanding Security Partnership
- Outstanding Security Officer sponsored by Guardhouse
- Outstanding Female Security Professional
- Outstanding Young Security Professional
- Outstanding Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Initiative
- Outstanding Security Sustainability Initiative
- Lifetime Achievement
Entries must be submitted by 08 April here.
Winners from eligible categories at the 2026 New Zealand OSPAs will automatically qualify for the 3rd Global OSPAs being held in 2027.
The 2026 New Zealand OSPAs are proudly supported by Association of University Chief Security Officers, ASIS International (New Zealand Chapter), Institute of Strategic Risk Management, New Zealand Security Association , New Zealand Security Sector Network, Profit Protection Future Forum and RiskNZ.
