Busy 2012 for Sydney

Business Event Sydney (BESydney) reports it has secured conferences, congresses and incentive programs that will see over 211,200 delegate days spent in Australia’s harbour city in 2012.

Worth an estimated A$191 million to the New South Wales economy, the events range from small incentive groups to mid-size congresses and international mega events.

“The 2012 calendar year is going to be a bumper year for the business events industry in Sydney and the economic and social legacies of these events will be substantial,” said Lyn Lewis-Smith, BESydney’s acting chief executive.

The events are spread throughout the year, although March will be a stand-out month with eight international events scheduled.

In total, 9,500 delegates will spend more than 39,700 delegate days in Sydney in March. These events include the 3,200-delegate-strong USANA Asia Pacific Convention, the XVI International Symposium on Atherosclerosis that is expected to attract 1,500 delegates and a 1,500-delegate Tupperware Indonesia incentive group.

Conferences Sydney: Sydney Big Player in Business Event Market

Sydney will see over 211,200 delegate days spent in the harbour city in 2012, as Business Event Sydney (BESydney) secures an estimated $191 million worth of conferences, congress and incentive programs.

Ranging from small incentive groups and mid-sized congress to international mega events, BESydney is bracing for a bumper year for the business events industry in Sydney.

The strong pipeline of business shows Sydney remains a big player in the global business events market, with BESydney Acting Chief Executive Officer Lyn Lewis-Smith saying the economic and social legacies of these events will be substantial.

“Some of these bids were secured by Business Events Sydney over five years ago! Seeing all the cogs in motion – all our Ambassadors, stakeholders, strategic partners and government supporters – working together to make these events a success is going to be fantastic, and an opportunity to profile why the Sydney event experience is like no other,” Ms Lewis-Smith said.
March is a popular month with a total of 9,500 delegates spending over 39,700 delegate days in Sydney attending BESydney secured events.

Some events include the XVI International Symposium on Atherosclerosis, USANA Asia Pacific Convention and Tupperware Indonesia Manager’s Incentive Trip.

(Source: etravelblackboard.com)

Sydney Big Player in Business Event Market

Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre Wins National Environmental Award

Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre wins national environmental award For the fourth year running, the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre has won the Best Green Initiative category at the national Exhibition and Events Association of Australasia’s Annual Awards.
Announced at a gala dinner in Sydney last night, the award recognises the ongoing emphasis that the venue places on its environmental practices as well as its role as an industry leader on sustainability issues.

Centre Chief Executive Ton van Amerongen said he was extremely proud of the achievement, which reflected the passion and enthusiasm of the Centre’s team.

“The fact that the Centre has won this award every year since it was first launched in 2008 recognises the commitment of our team,” Mr van Amerongen said.

“They are focussed on creating a more sustainable events industry and are always looking for new ways to improve our environmental performance.”

The award comes at the end of a year which has seen the Centre win more than 10 major industry accolades, including C&IT’s Worldwide Convention Centre Team of the Year , Australasia’s Leading Meetings and Conference Centre in the 2011 World Travel Awards and Best Meeting Venue for 500 delegates or more in the Meetings & Events Australia (MEA) National Awards.

The Centre’s submission for the national EEAA awards highlighted its continued improvements in its environmental measures, overseen by its own Ecowise team, as well as work this year to create a long-term strategic plan for the venue which identifies new waste management targets for the period 2011 to 2015.

In the past year, the Centre’s green initiatives have earnt it a number of industry awards. It has also been recognised as a Green Globe (Silver) Benchmarked Convention Centre, a Bronze Partner of the NSW Government’s Sustainability Advantage program and received the Earthcheck Silver Certification and ISO 14001:2004 Standard for Environmental Management Systems.

Sydney Tradeshows: The Internet Show Exhibition - Over 2500 Pre-Registered Visitors

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Melbourne Conferences: Business tourism remains strong: BECA

Despite the economic downturn the international business events sector indicated strong growth from its 2009 fall.

According to the Business Events Council of Australia, (BECA) industry report, total expenditure for international and domestic overnight and day business event attendees grew seven percent to 8.5 billion in 2010 compared to 2009.

Overnight business event attendees increased by five percent in 2010, compared to domestic day business events attendees which fell by one percent in 2009.

Business tourism remains strong: BECA

Australia is the Ultimate Incentive: Business Events Australia

With some 90-plus per cent of surveyed Americans saying they have always wanted to go to Australia, Business Events Australia is confident that Australia is in good stead to incentivize employees.

e-Travel Blackboard was on location at last week’s IMEX America in Las Vegas, where regional general manager Daryl Hudson shared findings of a recent study revealing that Australia is the number one desired incentive destination for Corporate End Users, after cash incentives.

The survey also saw American event organizers list Australia as a once in a lifetime experience for many delegates.

“We are thus in a good position to play an important role in incentivizing employees to achieve and to win that Australian trip,” Mr Hudson said.

With Australia’s diverse array of destination offerings, its ability to make conducting business a breeze and its strong aviation linkages to North America, Mr Hudson told e-Travel Blackboard he wwas pleased with the enquiries at the inaugural IMEX America, symptomatic of the country’s overall performance.

According to Mr Hudson, Australia had a great year for business events in 2010, a success that has been maintained into 2011.

“We saw an overall 19 percent increase of business in 2010 over 2009 from the United States.

“Up until June this year (which is the latest data we have available), we saw a three per cent increase in the convention and conference arrivals and a nine per cent increase in total business arrivals.”

The US is Australia’s second largest source market for business events after Commonwealth neighbor, New Zealand.

Next month Business Events Australia will host fifteen US delegates at Dreamtime, Tourism Australia’s premier incentive showcase.

(Source: eTravelblackboard.com)

Sydney Tourism News and Information: The Sydney Architecture Festival to Start Tomorrow

The 2011 Sydney Architecture Festival commences 20 October, focusing on how to create a sustainable, healthy and culturally rich built environment.

Its stated aim is to stimulate debate and offer fresh perspectives about what constitutes good architecture and design.

The Festival offers the chance to engage with ideas and architectural inspirations from around the world, and this year promises several new ways to engage in conversations about the city with events in venues across Sydney - tours, talks, workshops, exhibitions, lectures, films and children’s activities.

The Sydney Architecture Festival is a joint venture between the Australian Institute of Architects (NSW Chapter) and the NSW Architects Registration Board.

Sydney Tourism News and Information: The Sydney Architecture Festival to Start Tomorrow

Clooney to Share Success Secrets in Sydney

George Clooney and Martha Stewart will head to Australia later this year to share their ideas on success and communication at the inaugural Global Leadership Forum.

The one-day seminar, which will take place at the Sydney Convention Centre on December 12, will give businesses and employees the opportunity to discuss future trends, brand management, business strategy and growth, technology and how to inspire people.

Clooney, who will speak at the event, has in recent years attempted to use his celebrity status to highlight important global issues, particularly the plight of those living in southern Sudan.

"There is more attention on celebrity than ever before - and there is a use for that besides selling products," he said in a statement.

"My job is to amplify the voice of the guy who lives in Darfur and is worried about his wife and children being slaughtered."

Stewart will tell the forum how she has used her personal strengths to build one of the most visible, successful and admired brands in the US.

Other speakers at the forum will include Russell Simons, co-founder of hip-hop label Def Jam Records, Jeff Taylor of Monster.com, microcredit pioneer Muhammad Yunus and Michael Fertik, founder of Reputation.com.

(Source: ABC News, 5th October 2011)

Sydney's Convention Centre a Step Closer

The NSW Government last week called for Expressions of Interest from the private sector to build and operate the facilities at Darling Harbour.

NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell said Sydney was reclaiming its position on centre stage for hosting world-class events with the creation of the Sydney International Convention, Exhibition and Entertainment precinct.

“Developing these facilities so they match the best at home and abroad is part of the NSW Government’s single-minded determination to make NSW number one again,” Mr O’Farrell said.

For more information about the project and what it will include go to the new convention centre’s website

Updated Guide for Event Organisers - NSW Events

The Event Starter Guide, a free resource for NSW event organisers, was recently updated and the second edition is now available online.

The guide was developed by the Community Engagement and Events group within the NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet. Its easy-to-read, “quick tips” format provides general information on what is required, who to talk to and where to seek further guidance when organising an event.

The latest edition includes a section on sustainability and events; plus templates for key event planning documents such as a risk register, event budget, run sheet, and production schedule, as well as a sample survey to use at an event to assist with future planning and reporting. The content on sponsorship has also been extended.

In addition, the content relating to event safety has been expanded, with more information on alcohol and glass management, crowd management, food and beverage, developing a security plan, an emergency response plan and a public communications plan.

To see the second edition of the Event Starter Guide click here.

(Source: Destination NSW, 5^th October 2011)

Sydney Tourism News and Information: Sydney to Host Screen Producers

The annual Screen Producers Association of Australia (SPAA) conference is to be held at the Hilton Hotel in Sydney from 16th – 19th November 2011.

Held over three days, the SPAA Annual Conference is the premier business and networking event for film, television and new media producers. Past attendees include key Australian and international industry practitioners involved in all aspects of production, creation, distribution and financing of screen content.

Sydney Tourism News and Information: Sydney to Host Screen Producers

Sydney Tradeshows: See 1000s of new products on display at The Safety Show Sydney

Register now to attend and discover what’s new at THE SAFETY SHOW SYDNEY. Discuss your workplace safety needs with industry experts and learn what’s on offer to help you reduce risk and increase safety.

Sydney Tradeshows: See 1000s of new products on display at The Safety Show Sydney

Sydney Tourism News and Information: NSW Budget Boost for Major Events

Industry groups in New South Wales have generally welcomed this week’s State Budget for the impetus it will give to tourism in Sydney and beyond.

Accommodation Association of Australia CEO, Richard Munro, said the $70 million that will be invested in the NSW events calendar in 2011/12 would have direct benefits for accommodation businesses.

Sydney Tourism News and Information: NSW Budget Boost for Major Events

Sydney Aiming For ‘Record Year’

Sydney’s convention bureau, Business Events Sydney (BESydney) says it is well on its way to delivering 2011/12 results “above and beyond” the AU$186.5 million earned by the company the year before.

Just two months into the new fiscal year, BESydney has secured 34 events estimated to be worth AU$69 million to the New South Wales economy.

BESydney acting chief executive Lyn Lewis-Smith said the company’s strategies were “definitely paying off”.

“Aligning our bid focus to the NSW Government’s priority growth sectors and increasing our efforts within the Asian market have seen Sydney enjoy a very strong start to the financial year,” Ms Lewis-Smith commented.

As well as highlighting the economic benefits events brought to NSW, the acting BESydney boss pointed to the “opportunities for knowledge sharing and networking, and trade and investment” successful tenders produced.

“Business events bring like-minded professionals, often at the pinnacle of their field, to our doorstep and help to raise awareness of Australia’s intellectual capital,” she said.

“Beyond the tally of tourism receipts, business events deliver far-reaching legacies across sectors that will help to grow NSW’s future prosperity.”

BESydney head of bidding Virginia Loyola said the team was working towards “a record year”, calling the early results “really inspiring”.

“Hard work, coupled with a strong, clear vision, has resulted in good wins to date and there are more to come,” Ms Loyola remarked.

“Whether it’s securing international conferences, national conventions and symposiums, or incentive travel from the Asian market, Sydney is competing strongly as a global city and a leading business events destination.”

(Source: Source : e-Travel Blackboard)

Special Conferencing Offers from Metro Hotels

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Metro Hotel Sydney Central is perfectly positioned within a short walk of Chinatown, Queen Victoria Building and Sydney’s shopping and entertainment precincts. With light rail and monorail just steps away your delegates can easily explore the CBD.

Whether you are planning a small business meeting for 2 or a theatre style conference for 140, the Metro Hotel Sydney Central events team can professionally tailor your event with an ‘all in one’ policy.

Sydney Tradeshows: BESydney information session on Dreamtime 2011 and AIME 2012

Join Business Events Sydney (BESydney) for a combined presentation from Tourism Australia on Dreamtime 2011 and REED on Asia-Pacific Incentives and Meetings Expo (AIME) 2012.

Many stakeholders have requested information about BESydney's involvement in these activities. This combined briefing will answer your questions about both these events at one time.

Sydney Tradeshows: BESydney information session on Dreamtime 2011 and AIME 2012

Sydney Tradeshows: 2011 Canberra Qantas Corporate Travel Show Post Event Report

Metro Hotels recently took part as an exhibitor at the 2011 Canberra Qantas Corporate Travel Show which attracted 864 guests (135 Travel Agents, 263 Travel Coordinators and 466 Frequent Flyers).

Sydney hotels generate a great deal of business from Canberra and the ACT from both the government and corporate sector.

Sydney Tradeshows: 2011 Canberra Qantas Corporate Travel Show Post Event Report

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Sydney Functions: Business Event Bid Anouncements August 2011

The Following are the latest Business Event Bid Anouncements for August 2011:

Samsung Life Incentive

Date: September 2011
Delegates: 320 over 5 days
Estimated value: $1.5 million

Samsung was considering Alaska and Sydney as destinations for their 2011 incentive program. The costs for both destinations were similar. BESydney promoted Sydney as a 'status' destination and offered a range of value-added activities that demonstrated the city's ability to deliver a successful program for the Korean group.

The group will be in Sydney in late September/October 2011 and will travel in waves of 100 delegates.

Paran Travel Australia is the appointed inbound tour operator in Sydney.

Woori Bank Korea Staff Award

Date: Starting in September 2011
Delegates: 210 over 5 days
Estimated value: $1 million

Woori Bank has been a client of Business Events Sydney (BESydney) since 2007.

For the 2011 incentive program, the client wanted to go beyond the standard travel itinerary and include an educational component. The client requested assistance in pinpointing banks to visit, and securing relevant speakers to share insights into the Australian banking industry.

The group will travel in four waves of 50 delegates from September to November 2011. They will visit Sydney as well as the Blue Mountians and Port Stephens.

Good Memory Tours is the appointed ground operator in Sydney.

Prudential Indonesia Star Club Incentive

Date: October 2011
Delegates: 170 over 4 days
Estimated value: $678,640

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) met with the client in early 2010 and promoted Sydney as an incentive destination.

BESydney invited the client to be part of the Oprah's Downunder Adventure Shows at the Sydney Opera House and followed this event with a broader Sydney familiarisation. The famil activities included Sailing Regattas, BridgeClimb, a Sydney Opera House Tour and regional experiences such as horse riding, quad biking and various dining experiences throughout New South Wales.

The client was very impressed with Sydney as an incentive destination and will bring 170 delegates to the city later this year.

ADU is the appointed inbound operator.

Amway Philippines Leadership Seminar

Date: November 2011
Delegates: 150 over 4 days
Estimated value: $598,800

The client's inbound operator, Australian Tours and Holidays, contacted Business Events Sydney (BESydney) in March 2011 seeking support to put together a presentation to promote Sydney to Amway Philippines. Their client had heard about the success of other Amway incentive groups that had come to Sydney and was keen to explore this option.

Amway Philippines conducted a site inspection in Sydney with their travel agent, and soon after announced Sydney as the host destination for 2011 incentive.

Tencent Inc. Overseas Incentive

Date: September 2011
Delegates: 100 over 4 days
Estimated value: $399,200

Tencent Inc., is one of the largest and most used internet, mobile and telecommunication services in China.

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) worked closely with travel industry partners to support Tencent Inc. in bringing their business to Sydney.

Sydney Functions: Business Event Bid Anouncements August 2011

Sydney Functions: Business Event Bid Anouncements August 2011

The Following are the latest Business Event Bid Anouncements for August 2011:

Samsung Life Incentive

Date: September 2011
Delegates: 320 over 5 days
Estimated value: $1.5 million

Samsung was considering Alaska and Sydney as destinations for their 2011 incentive program. The costs for both destinations were similar. BESydney promoted Sydney as a 'status' destination and offered a range of value-added activities that demonstrated the city's ability to deliver a successful program for the Korean group.

The group will be in Sydney in late September/October 2011 and will travel in waves of 100 delegates.

Paran Travel Australia is the appointed inbound tour operator in Sydney.

Woori Bank Korea Staff Award

Date: Starting in September 2011
Delegates: 210 over 5 days
Estimated value: $1 million

Woori Bank has been a client of Business Events Sydney (BESydney) since 2007.

For the 2011 incentive program, the client wanted to go beyond the standard travel itinerary and include an educational component. The client requested assistance in pinpointing banks to visit, and securing relevant speakers to share insights into the Australian banking industry.

The group will travel in four waves of 50 delegates from September to November 2011. They will visit Sydney as well as the Blue Mountians and Port Stephens.

Good Memory Tours is the appointed ground operator in Sydney.

Prudential Indonesia Star Club Incentive

Date: October 2011
Delegates: 170 over 4 days
Estimated value: $678,640

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) met with the client in early 2010 and promoted Sydney as an incentive destination.

BESydney invited the client to be part of the Oprah's Downunder Adventure Shows at the Sydney Opera House and followed this event with a broader Sydney familiarisation. The famil activities included Sailing Regattas, BridgeClimb, a Sydney Opera House Tour and regional experiences such as horse riding, quad biking and various dining experiences throughout New South Wales.

The client was very impressed with Sydney as an incentive destination and will bring 170 delegates to the city later this year.

ADU is the appointed inbound operator.

Amway Philippines Leadership Seminar

Date: November 2011
Delegates: 150 over 4 days
Estimated value: $598,800

The client's inbound operator, Australian Tours and Holidays, contacted Business Events Sydney (BESydney) in March 2011 seeking support to put together a presentation to promote Sydney to Amway Philippines. Their client had heard about the success of other Amway incentive groups that had come to Sydney and was keen to explore this option.

Amway Philippines conducted a site inspection in Sydney with their travel agent, and soon after announced Sydney as the host destination for 2011 incentive.

Tencent Inc. Overseas Incentive

Date: September 2011
Delegates: 100 over 4 days
Estimated value: $399,200

Tencent Inc., is one of the largest and most used internet, mobile and telecommunication services in China.

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) worked closely with travel industry partners to support Tencent Inc. in bringing their business to Sydney.

Sydney Functions: Business Event Bid Anouncements August 2011

Sydney Conferences: Safety to be the Highlight at Sydney Conference

The Sydney Safety Conference is the premier safety event on the NSW calendar and the Safety Institute of Australia has worked hard to revamp the conference agenda based on the feedback of safety professionals across NSW.

Sydney Conferences: Safety to be the Highlight at Sydney Conference

Sydney Conferences: Safety to be the Highlight at Sydney Conference

The Sydney Safety Conference is the premier safety event on the NSW calendar and the Safety Institute of Australia has worked hard to revamp the conference agenda based on the feedback of safety professionals across NSW.

Sydney Conferences: Safety to be the Highlight at Sydney Conference

Safety to be the Highlight at Sydney Conference

The Sydney Safety Conference is the premier safety event on the NSW calendar and the Safety Institute of Australia has worked hard to revamp the conference agenda based on the feedback of safety professionals across NSW.

This has led to the development of specific discussion groups with the state regulator WorkCover that will provide a forum for every member of the safety community to ask the questions they need answered. When added to an impressive lineup of keynote speakers and 7 streams of topical information, the result is a conference catering to your specific needs - can you afford not to be there?

Book early to avail of the Early-Bird rate at sia.org.au/nswsafetyconference

If you have any queries, do not hesitate to contact the conference manager David Cullen on email safetyconference@aec.net.au or telephone 03 9654 7773.

Business Events Sydney - Bid Announcments

Business Events Sydney have announced the following Bid Announcments:

Health Informatics Society of Australia National Conference (HIC)

Date: 2012
Delegates: 1,000 over 5 days
Estimated value: $3.3 million

The Health Informatics Society of Australia (HISA) aims to improve health through health informatics.

The conference is one of the Australian industry's leading communication vehicles for new e-health technologies and applications. The event brings together an influential audience of Australian healthcare decision makers and influencers to discuss health informatics research, developments and innovations that can transform healthcare in Australia.

E-health is a focus for the New South Wales Government with the 2006-2011 ICT Strategy and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) project.

Joint COMADEM Congress and Exhibition and Conference on Asset and Maintenance Management

Date: 2014
Delegates: 400 over 5 days
Estimated value: $2.3 million

The annual COMADEM congress covers all aspects of asset and maintenance management and is an essential event for industries, communities and governments with a focus on risk, reliability, safety and sustainability.

The Conference on Asset and Maintenance Management (CAMM) has only been held in Queensland to date.

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) worked with the client to prepare and submit an Expression of Interest to the International Director of COMADEM. BESydney is also assisting with delegate boosting.

Society of Behavioral Neuroendocrinology (SBN) Annual Meeting

Date: 2014
Delegates: 300 over 4 days
Estimated value: $947,800

SBN is an interdisciplinary scientific organisation dedicated to the study of hormonal processes and neuroendocrine systems that regulate behaviour. This has helped in the treatment of insomnia, the link between testosterone and aggression and how stress can affect the human body.

This meeting will be held in conjunction with the International Congress of Neuroendocrinology (ICN) in 2014 at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre. This will be the first time the congress has been held outside Europe or North America.

IEEE Multi-Conference on Systems and Control (MSC)

Date: 2015
Delegates: 400 over 3 days
Estimated value: $883,656

The IEEE Control Systems Society (CSS) is dedicated to advancing research, development, and practice in automation and control systems.

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) first met with the client in 2009 to discuss the bid.

In 2010 BESydney was asked by CSS to submit a bid document for consideration. Argentina also submitted a bid. The client presented Sydney's proposal and the decision was made in July at the 2011 conference.

Mapúa World

Date: 2015
Delegates: 350 over 3 days
Estimated value: $691,446

The International Association of Mapúa Alumni is a non-profit organisation that aims to share information and ideas among former students and graduates of Mapúa Institute of Technology in Manila.

Held biennially, this event was developed by the International Association of Mapúa Alumni, Ontario (IAMAO) as a way to stay connected and build international relationships.

In early July, Business Events Sydney (BESydney) received confirmation that Sydney had been selected as the host city for 2015.

The association provided feedback on BESydney's presentation stating that it was extremely professional and raised the standard the association now expects.

Business Events Sydney - Bid Win Announcments

The following have just been announced as bid wins for Business Events Sydney

Meeting of the International Society for Sexually Transmitted Diseases Research (ISSTDR) combined with the General Assembly and Congress of the International Union Against Sexually Transmitted Infections (IUSTI)

Date: September 2015
Delegates: 1,500 over 4 days with 32 exhibition booths
Estimated value: $5 million

The 2015 conference in Sydney will be the first time it will be held outside of North America and Europe. It will also combine with the 2015 General Assembly and Congress of the International Union Against Sexually Transmitted Infections, which will be held in Melbourne in 2012.

Held biennially, these scientific meetings have emerged as the world's premier scientific conference on STDs and their health consequences for populations around the globe. The meetings attract scientists, trainees and students from academia and public health.

The bid document, prepared by Business Events Sydney (BESydney) reflected the strong industry and government support for the conference to be held in Sydney. Atlanta also bid for the events.

Next steps

Dates have been confirmed at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Australasian Society for HIV Medicine (ASHM) will manage the conference and BESydney is providing support with marketing and PR opportunities.

ACER (Australian Centre for Education Research) Research Conference

Date: August 2012
Delegates: 1,000 over 3 days
Estimated value: $1.8 million

ACER is an independent research body and a leader in the provision of quality educational research, both within Australia and internationally.

The conference is attended by school principles, school leaders, academics - education departments in universities and government departments - policy makers.

The conference hasn't been held in Sydney since 1998. Competing cities were Melbourne and Brisbane.

The client advised that assistance from Business Events Sydney (BESydney) was instrumental in securing the conference for Sydney.

Next steps

The conference which is managed in-house, will be held at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre. Accommodation options are managed by Ultimate Conferences.

12th International Conference on Thai Studies

Date: 2014
Delegates: 300 over 4 days
Estimated value: $790,224

This conference is held every three years and is a well-established forum for researchers across disciplines to share knowledge and perspectives on Thailand and Thai culture.

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) prepared the bid document focusing on the strength of research in the field, venues, social functions, destination appeal and letters of support. Japan was also being considered as host for this event.

Next steps

The conference will be held at the University of Sydney. AccessNSW will assist with sourcing social function venues and accommodation blocks.

International Choice Modelling Conference (ICMC)

Date: 2013
Delegates: 300 over 4 days
Estimated value: $790,000

Choice modelling attempts to replicate and predict the decision making process of an individual or market segment. The ICMC is a biennial event that has been running since 2009. The first two conferences were held in the United Kingdom.

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) assisted the local clients by developing a targeted proposal that addressed the key bidding criteria. This event will be timed to coincide with the 9th World Congress on Health Economics in 2013, also a BESydney bid win, to maximise delegate numbers.

Next steps

BESydney will work with the clients to select a university as the venue. AccessNSW will assist with the selection of social function venues.

International Engineering Alliance (IEA) Workshop

Date: 2012
Delegates: 100 over 4 days
Estimated value: $263,408

The International Alliance was formed to provide an agreement governing mutual recognition of engineering qualifications and professional competence.

The annual IEA Workshop aims to identify and discuss key issues in the industry and formulate recommendations for the Biennial General Meetings of the IEA. Delegates who attend this workshop are senior engineering decision makers.

BESydney assisted with preparation of a bid document and sourced venue proposals for the client. Attendees at the 2011 workshop in Taipei voted on the 2012 destination. Sydney was the successful destination.

Next steps

Engineers Australia will use the services of AccessNSW to secure a venue for this workshop.

Functions Sydney: Oz events on show in Sydney

Buyers around Australia were invited to delve into a world of eccentric decorations, quirky photographs and excitement at the 2011 Sydney's Event Showcase yesterday.

The two day event transformed Sydney’s Convention and Exhibition Centre into an exhibition that highlights the fun and creativity behind organising an event down under.

Functions Sydney: Oz events on show in Sydney

$12 Million in Incentive Business Comes to Sydney

The Following Conference Events are scheduled to take place in Sydney in the next year or so:

AIA Thailand Annual Convention 2012

Date: 2012
Delegates: 2,000 over 4 days
Estimated value: $7.9 million

Business events Sydney (BESydney) has been building a relationship with the AIA Convention organisers since 2008.

In 2011 BESydney was asked to put forward a proposal for the convention and developed a presentation that showcased the harbour city as the perfect destination, giving new ideas for gala events and sharing some past experiences.

Melbourne also pitched for this annual convention.

Sydney has been selected as the successful destination.

Fubon Life Insurance Overseas Incentive 2011

Date: September 2011
Delegates: 600 over 5 days
Estimated value: $2.9 million

Fubon Life Insurance covers banking, insurance, asset management, real estate and telecommunications sectors. Business Events Sydney (BESydney) has built a strong relationship with Fubon's key senior management team, working with them since 2004.

Australia is a popular incentive destination for Taiwanese companies and BESydney successfully communicates how the new developments and activities in Sydney can inspire staff.

Fubon has two incentive groups, both of which are coming to Sydney in 2011. Final numbers, destinations and program itineraries will be announced in August.

The proposed itinerary includes a night in the Blue Mountains, day tours to the Hunter Valley, and Sydney touring.

The groups will travel in waves of 50 people per group.

Orient Fans India Incentive 2011

Date: September 2011
Delegates: 350 over 5 days
Estimated value: $1.7 million

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) first made contact with the client's travel agent at ATE in 2011.

Orient Fans and the selected travel agent visited Sydney for a site inspection in July 2011.

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Sydney Tourism News and Information: Travel Leaders Summit Provides Sydney boost

Travel Leaders and Qantas Vacations in the United States have reported strong results to date following the Travel Leaders Group 2011 International Summit held in Sydney last month.

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Sydney Secures More International Conferences

Business Events Sydney has kicked off the new financial year with the announcement that three major conferences have been confirmed for Sydney in 2012.

The conferences are predicted to bring in almost $4M to the local economy.

The following is an overview of each event.

Robotics Science and Systems (RSS)

Date: 2012
Delegates: 400 over 5 days
Estimated value: $1.7 million

RSS brings together researchers working on algorithmic or mathematical foundations of robotics, robotics applications, and the analysis of robotic systems. These conferences have consistently provided high-quality, topically focused forums for researchers at the forefront of robotic development. 2012 will be the first time the conference is held in the Asia Pacific Region. Previous conferences have been held in USA, Spain and Switzerland.

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) met with the client in October 2010 as they had a long involvement with the conference.

A demonstration of support from industry and government was a specific requirement for the bid submission, which was presented at the conference in June 2011.

In early July 2011 it was decided by the RSS advisory board that Australian Centre for Field Robotics (ACFR) would host the 2012 Conference.

BESydney will assist with local arrangements. The University of Sydney is the proposed venue for the 2012 conference.

International Symposium on Mobile Mapping Technology (MMT) 2012

Date: 2015
Delegates: 400 over 4 days
Estimated value: $1.3 million

The event focuses on Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing. This is the art, science, and technology of obtaining reliable information from noncontact imaging and other sensor systems about the Earth and its environment, and other physical objects and processes.

This opportunity was identified by Business Events Sydney (BESydney) Ambassador, Paul Harcombe. BESydney presented the bid at the 2011 conference in Poland. The bid document and presentation included information on the University of New South Wales (UNSW) as a venue and destination information about Sydney and Australia. The committee decided against Sydney for 2013, but selected the destination for the 2015 event. This is the first time that the committee has decided on the destination of two consecutive MMT Symposiums at the same time.

The recent success of the Sydney XXIV International Federation of Surveyors (FIG) Congress in 2010 was a huge selling point for the committee, as FIG is a major sponsor of MMT. The event also links nicely into Australia's strengths in the spatial sciences field.

The client will host the event at UNSW and the university will provide management support. They will not tender for a PCO.

15th International Conference on Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies (AMPT)

Date: 2012
Delegates: 300 over 4 days
Estimated value: $954,000

The Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies (AMPT) conference series was founded in 1993 in Ireland. Held annually, the conference provides a chance for academics, researchers, and engineers to meet and exchange innovative ideas and information on all aspects of materials, material processing technologies, manufacturing and computer aided engineering and nanotechnologies. 2012 will be the first time that this event is held in Australia.

Business Events Sydney (BESydney) identified this lead in April 2007 and, with the help of the UK/Europe office, in 2009 approached the International Steering Committee for further information.

In May 2011, Sydney's bid to host AMPT 2012 was submitted to the International Steering Committee. The submission included a draft budget by a Gold Stakeholder PCO, and proposed University of Wollongong as the conference venue.

In June 2011, the International Steering Committee voted and announced that Sydney will host the 2012 conference. Competing countries included Poland, Tunisia, Egypt and United Arab Emirates.

Promotion of AMPT 2012 will begin in July at the 2011 conference in Istanbul. The PCO selection process will commence after this year's event.

National Medicines Policy Conference 2012

Date: 2012
Delegates: 300 over 4 days
Estimated value: $579,600

This event was first held in Sydney in 1995 and will return in 2012. The conference will be co-hosted by the World Health Organisation, in particular through two of its regional offices, Western Pacific and South East Asia.

In March 2011, the client contacted Business Events Sydney (BESydney) for venue information. Gold Coast and Brisbane were also being considered as possible host destinations for 2012.

BESydney submitted Sydney's proposal to host the event in early April 2011, and was selected as the destination for 2012.

Sydney Functions: New Boss for Business Events Sydney

Ms. Lyn-Lewis-Smith has been appointed as acting chief executive officer of Business Events Sydney, taking over the reins from long-term CEO, Jon Hutchison.

Ms Lewis-Smith takes on this role, in addition to her responsibilities as COO, after more than eight years at BESydney.

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Have Your Say About The New Sydney Convention Centre

The Sydney Multifunction Convention and Exhibition Centre will take its first significant step from being a concept to being a reality next Friday, with an industry forum offering stakeholders the chance to have their say about the development plans. Business Events Sydney (BESydney) stakeholders are invited to attend and be involved in the discussion prior to the full tender process commencing.

The first official event of the planned period of consultation, the forum will also offer the opportunity to gain further insight into the proposed design, timeframe and objectives of the project from the government's perspective.

The re-development will deliver our city a new world-class multifunction convention, entertainment and exhibition facility and play a major role in ensuring Sydney remains Australia's number one business events destination.

The team at BE Sydney welcome the efforts made by the NSW Government to consult with the industry, and we hope to see you at the forum next Friday.

Event details:

Date: Friday 8 July
Time: 9.45 am - 11.30 am
Location: Parkroom Ballroom, Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre
RSVP: Please note that pre-registration is required via email: info@newsydneyconventioncentre.com or phone 9240 8502.

If you are unable to attend this briefing, all information will be available on the project website - www.newsydneyconventioncentre.com.

Fashion Models to Show Off Jewellery at Sydney Fair

Expertise Events will celebrate the JAA International Jewellery Fair’s 20th anniversary in style with a live fashion parade that will revolutionise the fair’s day-to-day format.

Dubbed ‘Collection Preview Live’, the European-style runway show will feature professional models wearing exhibitors’ jewellery and watches. Three 15-minute long parades are set to take place on each day of the fair at hourly intervals between 12pm and 2pm.

Expertise Events managing director Gary Fitz-Roy has enlisted the services of the Niche Marketing Group to produce the fashion parade that is intended to commemorate the fair’s 20th anniversary. Fitz-Roy said it may become an annual event if it receives a positive response from exhibitors and attendees alike.

Fitz-Roy said the live fashion parade will be an ideal way to showcase the latest trends in the industry. “Collection Preview Live is designed to give retailers the chance to view our exhibitors’ products in-situ on real people,” he said.

“As well as bringing a new level of entertainment, glamour and sophistication to the event, we hope to provide inspiration to retailers as they search for new solutions for their business,” he added.

Exhibitors interested in having their products showcased had to pay a fee and supply products for whichever fashion segment they were appearing in.

Separately, New Zealand retailers who are interested in attending the Sydney fair can make use of a group package developed by the New Zealand Retailers Association and the Jewellers Association of New Zealand (JANZ). The package will offer Kiwi retailers a special group price to the fair inclusive of airfares and accommodation. JANZ will also have a stand at the fair and a Kiwi lounge area.

Fashion models at last year's JAA Design Awards

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The award winning Singapore conference, Web In Travel (WIT), is running a one-day Australian special programme on June 21 in Sydney.

With a cast of Asian experts led by respected travel editor and moderator, Yeoh Siew Hoon, the WIT programme will examine the new trends in customer behaviour in the Asian marketplace in the new digital, social and mobile age.

“This event will be essential for all Australian travel suppliers who are looking to Asia for new customers and who are looking for new ideas on how to engage with them using the right tools in the different channels,” said Siew Hoon.

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O’Farrell delivers NSW tourism blueprint, hints on cruise terminal

New South Wales will set up a tourism task force to tackle some of the challenges facing tourism in the state.

The state’s new Premier, Barry O’Farrell, outlined plans to delegates over lunch at the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) in Sydney.

The Task Force will have a broad mandate. One of its priorities, O’Farrell said, will be to address “cruise shipping issues particularly the need for traditional cruise berthing facilities east of the Harbour Bridge”.

Cruise operators have been pressing for this, especially after the planning minister in the former NSW government, Tony Kelly, approved a controversial AUD57 million cruise ship passenger terminal to be built at White Bay, in Sydney’s inner west. Cruise ship operators have criticised the location of the site – partly because the largest of their ships will be unable to fit under the Harbour Bridge to dock there. They want facilities to the east of the bridge, and that’s what O’Farrell was referring to.

Local residents are also worried about the extra pressure that thousands of cruise ship passengers will place on the already congested roads in the area. Some cruise operators prefer a site like Darling Harbour or Barangaroo for a new cruise terminal, Although that site is also west of the bridge, it’s much more convenient for cruise passengers.

O’Farrell said the NSW task force would also consider additional airline routes and services and would establish destination development strategies for top NSW destinations such as Sydney and the Hunter and the Blue Mountains.

“A new tourism body is to be created called Destination New South Wales to deliver the vision of the task force,” the Premier declared. “It will bring together the expertise of Tourism New South Wales and Events New South Wales so that we have one body marketing this state. Destination New South Wales will be given an additional AUD40 million to promote the NSW tourism profile and will be expected to work closely with all industry partners to promote and market tourism and events.

“I announced in the election campaign that we were keen to bid for the 2015 World Bank IMF Convention because that would bring something like 10,000 of the world’s finance boffins to this city.

In opposition we undertook a scoping study for a new Exhibition and Convention Centre for Sydney on the site of the existing Entertainment Centre – and we are determined to deliver that project in time for the World Bank IMF conference, should we be successful [in securing it].

“We can’t afford to continue to lose the value of a Rugby World Cup for this city every year because we don’t have sufficient convention and exhibition facilities. We are determined to ensure we double tourism funding for regional tourism operators.

“We want to see the NSW Tourism industry grown significantly and we are committed to doubling visitor numbers by 2020.”

O’Farrell added that one of the small changes he was “determined to try to deliver to events like this” was that when people sat down to have a drink, “it is hopefully New South Wales wine”. Delegates met this with approval. Only tea, fruit juice and water were served with lunch.

(Source: eGlobaltravelmedia.com.au, Peter Needham, 5th April 2011)