Pictured above: Sir Peter Beck, CEO of Rocket Lab which is a a finalist in the Company of the Year category.
Deloitte has today announced the finalists for the 2025 Deloitte Top 200 Awards, recognising New Zealand organisations and leaders who are driving resilience, innovation, and strategic growth across the country.
Now in its 36th year, the awards highlight outstanding individual and management team performances among New Zealandโs largest companies and trading organisations. This yearโs theme, โCelebrating those who move Aotearoa forwardโ reflects renewed optimism and determination within the business community.
For the first time, companies listed on the S&P/NZX50 will have a dedicated index alongside the Top 200, Top 30 Financial Institutions, and Top 10 Mฤori Business indices. Deloitte says the new index will provide clearer insights into the performance of these listed companies and recognise them alongside their peers.
โWeโre in an era where technology and innovation are reshaping the way businesses operate,โ says Mike Horne, Deloitte New Zealand Chief Executive.
โAfter navigating tough times, New Zealand organisations are now seizing opportunities to transform and grow. The Deloitte Top 200 finalists are leading this charge; leveraging digital tools, embracing AI, and driving sustainable progress and itโs a privilege to celebrate their leadership and impact.โ
The awards span multiple categories, with judging by an independent panel including Jonathan Mason, Darren Manning, Gavin Lonergan, and Hinerangi Raumati-Tuโua. Category-specific awards are judged by leading experts in diversity, sustainability, and executive leadership.
The winners will be revealed at a black-tie event on Thursday, 4 December 2025, at Aucklandโs Viaduct Events Centre.
2025 Deloitte Top 200 Awards finalists
| Award Category | Finalists |
|---|---|
| Amazon Web Services (AWS) Company of the Year | Fonterra, Rocket Lab, The a2 Milk Company |
| Diversity & Inclusion Leadership | AIA, Clarus, Microsoft |
| BusinessNZ Most Improved Performance | Port of Tauranga, Sanford, Tower |
| Forsyth Barr Chairperson of the Year | James Miller, Peter McBride, Pip Greenwood |
| Hobson Leavy Visionary Leader | Winner to be announced on 4 December |
| ServiceNow Chief Executive of the Year | Miles Hurrell (Fonterra), Sophie Moloney (Sky TV), Sukhinder Singh Cassidy (Xero) |
| Sustainability Leadership | BNZ, Goodman Property Trust, Precinct Properties |
| Tax Traders Chief Financial Officer of the Year | David Muscat (The a2 Milk Company), Richard Thomson (Air New Zealand), Simon Kebbell (Port of Tauranga) |
| Snowflake Young Executive of the Year | Anna Mitchell (Chorus), Boyd Scirkovich (Ngฤti Toa), Kate Boyer (Air New Zealand) |
| 2degrees Best Growth Strategy | Contact Energy, F & P Healthcare, Xero |
