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Awards & Honours

andrew cowx and paul walters recieveing the billy deacon award in st james palace london from prince phillip
Billy Deacon Award

In recognition of exceptional skill and courage during North Sea rescue operations. The Billy Deacon SAR Memorial Trophy honours the highest standard of winching excellence.

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Gallantry Commendation

Edward Maisie and Lewis Commendation for Gallantry presented for the successful rescue of eleven crew members from the Vos Sailor in extreme maritime conditions.

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Aviation Safety Award

OEUK award for industry-leading promotion of Search & Rescue safety culture and operational excellence in the North Sea energy sector.

Client Testimonials

winchman hanging behind a boat in the sea

"Andy's experience brought a powerful and engaging perspective. It effectively bridged the gap between formal safety processes and the realities of operational environments. A brilliant session on understanding risk mitigation."

ALASTAIR MCKIE

REACH SUBSEA

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"Andrew brought a strong real-world perspective that genuinely resonated. Practical, impactful, and immediately applicable. If you need to kick off team-building, Andy is your man."

DAVID HUNT

MARITIME DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED (MDL)

maritime safety forum 2026 event at the beach ballroom with andrew cowx on stage

"Andrew delivered an impactful presentation. His storytelling capability brought his incredible SAR experience to life. A brilliant reminder that safety is something we develop through leadership."

RHONA LYALL

IOSH OFFSHORE COMMUNITY COMMITTEE

If you're looking for a speaker who will genuinely captivate your team and leave a lasting impression, you need to get Andrew Cowx on your radar. He shares massive lessons on crisis communication, performing under pressure, and safety culture in a way that just clicks. Very engaging and highly practical for any business operating in high hazard environments.

Paul Tawse

Director Asset One

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