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Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Sunday, July 17, 2011
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.
Monday, July 11, 2011
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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Sydney Functions: New Boss for Business Events Sydney
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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Sydney Functions: New Boss for Business Events Sydney
Monday, July 4, 2011
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
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.
Monday, June 27, 2011
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.
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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