Over the past many years, the Guild of Christian Fourth has awarded the "Soldier of the Year" prize at the Guild Assembly in the month of February.

This year, the event was moved to the square in front of the Cathedral, where a "New Year's Event" was organized, featuring the participation of Mayor Lasse Frimand Jensen, entertainment by Trio Vellyd, the Denmark Society presenting Flag Prizes, the selection of the "Cannon of the Year" by the Aalborg Cannon Guild, and the "Soldier of the Year" by the Christian IFourth Guild. In addition, there was a New Year's speech by Regional Manager Bo Bojer from Sparekassen Danmark.

The Aalborg Cannon Guild fired salutes, and Champagne was served to all attendees throughout the event. Chief Bencher Niels Voss Hansen highlighted in his speech:

Flight Corporal Simon Steenhoff Salomon Madsen

He acknowledged the commendable statements received from the Aalborg Garrison and presented both a diploma and a modest amount (which can be used imprudently) to the "Soldier of the Year" and wished Simion all the best in his future in the Royal Danish Airforce.