Save the date for ARBS 2026, Australia’s largest HVAC&R and building services event. ARBS 2026 will be held on 5-7 May 2026 at the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre (MCEC).

ARBS 2026 promises to be another all-of-industry event, offering a platform to showcase the latest technologies and best practices in air conditioning, refrigeration and building services. Set in one of Australia’s best venues for large-scale events, ARBS 2026 is an opportunity not to be missed for exhibitors and visitors alike.

“ARBS 2026 is a hub where industry leaders and innovators will gather to shape the future of the industry. We are setting the stage for an exchange of ideas and technologies in one of the sector’s most anticipated events,” said Amanda Searle, CEO of ARBS.

Reflecting on ARBS 2024 which was hosted at the ICC Sydney, the event set new records with 353 exhibitors and 9,378 visitors and showcased the most diverse range of industry innovations and solutions to date. The awards and seminar programs and new initiatives were all met with unprecedented demand, emphasising ARBS’s pivotal role in professional development and industry advancement.

The ARBS 2024 Exhibition Report also reveals a substantial 68% of attendees identified as either primary decision-makers or influencers in purchasing decisions, Impressively, 76.75% of visitors discovered products or services they plan to use or purchase within the next two years, and 77.61% found new suppliers they intend to engage with over the same period.

Furthermore, the Net Promoter Score (NPS), which measured the customer satisfaction and loyalty by determining the likelihood of recommendation to others, rated ARBS 2024 between excellent and world-class said Amanda, and added, “We are committed to continuous improvement, using insights from each event to better serve our industry.”

Exhibitors interested in participating are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest as we prepare to bring another world-class event to life. ARBS 2026 will continue the tradition of innovation and excellence and introduce new initiatives and enhanced experiences for all attendees.

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“We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone involved in making ARBS 2024 a resounding success and look forward to welcoming you to ARBS 2026 in Melbourne.”

For further information on ARBS 2026, to submit an exhibitor EOI, or read the 2024 Exhibition Report, please visit: www.arbs.com.au.