The award, one of several being awarded at the Future of Mining Awards on March 25 looks at those mining equipment, technology and services companies that have had the most significant export win by value or technological solution during the qualifying period.

During the period from November 1 2017 to October 31 2018 Core Resources' export sales grew 80%. That was on top of a 275% export growth from 2016 to 2017.

The Albion, Queensland-based company specialises in processing and environmental solutions to the mining industry.

Imdex generates about 70% of its revenue outside Australia. During the qualifying period its revenue was 27% higher than the previous corresponding period.

During the period Imdex developed and/or commercialised a range of products including the Reflex Gyro Sprint-IQ, the  Reflex Crusher, Reflex Mill and AMC Mud Aid.

Conveyor Products and Solutions took a big step into the export market with its December delivery of the first package of conveyor components to the First Quantum Minerals Cobre Panama copper project. That package was worth $8.5 million abd has been followed up by about $4.5 million in additional components and spares.

iVolve provides a suite of software and hardware solutions for mines, ports and bulk handling facilities.

The Brisbane company opened its first office in Boulder Colorado in late 2017 to support its North American distributor.

DSI Underground offers a range of strata control products that are manufactured in Newcastle, Brisbane and Perth.

It has grown to become a major global player in the underground strata control industry.

• The METS Exporter of the Year Award will be awarded at the Future of Mining Awards 2019 at the Sofitel Sydney, which are part of the Future of Mining Australia conference from March 25 to 26. Tickets are available.