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FOODTECH / PACKTECH
September 02, 2025 - September 04, 2025
Foodtech Packtech stands as the premier event for New Zealand’s Food Technology and Packaging Technology industries, renowned for its long-standing success in creating exceptional business opportunities for both visitors and exhibitors. Held at 217 Greenlane West in Epsom, Auckland, this event serves as a crucial platform for companies looking to engage with their target audiences and gain a competitive edge in the marketplace.
The exhibition showcases a diverse array of the latest products and services, making it an ideal venue for businesses to extend their marketing reach and elevate their company profiles. Attendees have the unique opportunity to connect with a wide range of potential customers and partners, fostering valuable relationships that can lead to new sales leads and collaborations.
Participants at Foodtech Packtech benefit from the chance to showcase their innovations, engage in meaningful discussions, and explore the latest trends shaping the food technology and packaging sectors. The event is designed to facilitate networking and knowledge-sharing, enabling exhibitors to position themselves prominently within the industry and gain insights into market demands.
As businesses converge at this pivotal gathering, the atmosphere buzzes with energy and possibilities. Exhibitors are encouraged to take full advantage of the event, showcasing their offerings to an audience eager for new solutions and ideas. Foodtech Packtech not only highlights technological advancements but also emphasizes the importance of collaboration and communication within the industry.
By attending this unique event, companies can seize the opportunity to make impactful connections and explore the dynamic landscape of food technology and packaging. Foodtech Packtech continues to solidify its role as a key event in New Zealand's business calendar, providing unparalleled opportunities for growth and innovation. Join the ranks of industry leaders and be part of this vibrant showcase where the future of food technology and packaging comes to life.
WoodWorks
September 02, 2025 - September 03, 2025
WoodWorks: A Dynamic Platform for Advancing Timber Construction
In an era where sustainability, innovation, and resource efficiency shape the built environment, WoodWorks emerges as a strategic event dedicated to expanding the use of wood in commercial and multi-residential buildings. Far more than a conventional trade show, WoodWorks acts as a professional convergence point for architects, engineers, developers, and construction firms who believe in the potential of timber to redefine modern architecture.
The core of the event lies in its emphasis on mass timber, BIM integration, and real-world project applications. Through carefully curated presentations, site visits, and interactive case studies, attendees gain insight into not only what’s possible with wood but how it’s already being done at scale around the world.
Whether you’re involved in early-stage design, structural engineering, building envelope solutions, or construction management, WoodWorks offers tailored content that speaks to your role in the evolving timber ecosystem.
The Significance of Timber in the Built Environment
Wood has re-emerged as a dominant material in architectural innovation, particularly due to its low carbon footprint, aesthetic warmth, and structural flexibility. At WoodWorks, this resurgence is not merely discussed — it is demonstrated through the lens of real buildings, completed or in-progress.
Across commercial, civic, educational, and residential projects, mass timber is now being implemented in ways that were unimaginable a decade ago. The event showcases how engineered wood products—like cross-laminated timber (CLT), glue-laminated beams (glulam), and laminated veneer lumber (LVL)—are driving a shift away from concrete and steel, especially in mid-rise and high-rise developments.
Attendees of WoodWorks gain not just technical information but a full understanding of design strategies, code navigation, material sourcing, and long-term performance of wood structures.
From Vision to Practice: Real Case Studies That Inspire
What sets WoodWorks apart is its commitment to real-world knowledge sharing. The event’s programming includes live presentations and detailed case studies of projects that pushed the boundaries of timber use in commercial construction.
Examples span:
Office towers constructed entirely with CLT
Multi-residential housing designed around passive wood systems
Hybrid projects blending steel with mass timber frameworks
Retrofitted commercial buildings using timber inserts for aesthetic and thermal upgrades
Each project is presented by a team of professionals—often the architect, engineer, and builder—offering a multi-perspective look at what went right, what had to be adapted, and how innovation emerged from challenges. These sessions are not sales pitches; they are open, instructive, and deeply valuable to professionals in the trenches.
Site Visits: Where the Learning Becomes Tangible
An essential feature of WoodWorks is the chance to visit active or completed mass timber sites. These guided tours allow participants to see construction methods up close, examine details of assembly, and ask questions to the project teams behind them.
Observe mass timber installation in-progress
Understand hybrid connection techniques with steel or concrete
Examine how fire safety and acoustics are handled in timber structures
Learn how digital models (BIM) translate into real-world results
See how prefabrication and modular systems reduce construction timelines
These tours bridge the gap between theory and execution and are often cited by past attendees as the most valuable component of the event.
Digital Innovation and Timber: BIM at the Center
As timber becomes more central in large-scale construction, the role of Building Information Modeling (BIM) becomes equally critical. WoodWorks places a strong emphasis on digital workflows that ensure precision, reduce waste, and allow for seamless coordination between disciplines.
Discussions around BIM include:
Creating digital twins of timber buildings
Clash detection in prefabricated timber modules
Optimizing structural layouts using parametric modeling
Streamlining approval processes with accurate visual simulations
For architecture and engineering firms, mastering BIM in the timber context is now not optional—it’s a competitive necessity. WoodWorks provides both the theoretical understanding and the software-specific knowledge to operate effectively in this space.
Who Should Attend WoodWorks
Professionals across multiple disciplines will find unique value at WoodWorks. The event is intentionally cross-functional, encouraging collaboration across traditional silos in the AEC industry.
Those who benefit most include:
Architects working with wood or planning to incorporate timber into future designs
Structural and civil engineers exploring alternatives to steel and concrete
Developers seeking sustainable and fast-track construction solutions
Project managers responsible for coordination and delivery timelines
Code consultants and fire safety experts analyzing timber’s regulatory context
Key Themes and Benefits of Attending
Attending WoodWorks delivers strategic advantages not just in product knowledge, but in business outcomes:
Exposure to the newest technologies in wood-based construction
Networking with leading mass timber manufacturers and design firms
Access to on-the-ground insights from major timber projects
Practical training in BIM use for timber workflows
Awareness of evolving codes, permits, and green certifications
Here’s what WoodWorks attendees consistently highlight as most valuable:
Professional development through deep-dive sessions and practical workshops
Connection building with a high-caliber group of specialists
Technology exposure that translates directly to project innovation
Confidence in adopting timber for larger, risk-managed builds
WoodWorks as a Movement, Not Just a Conference
WoodWorks is more than an event—it is a movement within the global construction industry, promoting wood not as a niche option but as a mainstream material for the future. Its growing popularity reflects a paradigm shift where environmental responsibility and technological precision merge.
The impact of the conference continues long after the final session ends. Many attendees report that what they’ve learned and who they’ve met has directly shaped future projects, proposals, and even career trajectories.
As wood moves into new domains of commercial construction, WoodWorks remains the annual anchor point where ideas become action, and vision becomes reality.
EMEX
May 24, 2026 - May 27, 2026
In the heart of New Zealand's industrial landscape, EMEX stands tall as the pinnacle of innovation and technological advancement in manufacturing and industrial electronics. This prestigious international exhibition, held annually, sets the stage for showcasing the latest breakthroughs that redefine productivity and efficiency in modern industrial production.
EMEX promises to be a showcase of cutting-edge technologies and innovations across manufacturing, engineering, machinery, robotics, and industrial electronics. Over 150 leading manufacturers and suppliers from New Zealand and beyond converge to unveil their newest offerings, attracting more than 4000 industry professionals eager to explore and adopt these advancements.
From the humble Number 8 wire to cutting-edge space freight technology, EMEX embodies the evolution of New Zealand's manufacturing prowess. It's a testament to the nation's ingenuity and expertise in pushing the boundaries of what's possible in engineering and industrial technology.
Beyond mere exhibition booths, EMEX fosters an environment ripe for networking, knowledge sharing, and business growth. It's where ideas converge, partnerships flourish, and industry trends are set, making it an indispensable event for anyone involved in the manufacturing and engineering sectors.
As EMEX continues to evolve and innovate, it reaffirms its status as New Zealand's premier trade event, where innovation meets opportunity and where the future of industrial technology is shaped.
BUILDNZ
July 15, 2025 - July 16, 2025
Completed New Zealand’s largest trade-only exhibition, BuildNZ, has firmly established itself as the premier event for professionals involved in designing, constructing, and managing the country’s buildings and facilities. For over 30 years, this vital trade show has served as a platform for thousands of building professionals and innovators within the construction industry, fostering a dynamic environment for the exchange of ideas and the showcasing of the latest products and technologies.
Attendees can expect to encounter an incredible variety of new offerings, which allows them to source the best suppliers and trade deals, all conveniently housed under one roof. BuildNZ features exhibitors from diverse sectors, including building materials, software and technology, consulting, green building initiatives, government regulations, interior design, equipment and tools, as well as sustainability practices. This extensive array of products and services reflects the breadth and depth of the construction and design industries in New Zealand.
The event is not just about displays; it is a crucial networking opportunity. Professionals gather to build relationships, exchange knowledge, and discover collaborative opportunities that can enhance their projects and practices. With a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability, BuildNZ supports the industry's evolution, ensuring that participants stay informed about the latest trends and technologies that shape the future of construction.
Proudly New Zealand owned and operated, BuildNZ is organized by a dedicated team with extensive expertise in the field. This commitment to quality ensures that both exhibitors and visitors achieve exceptional results, making the event beneficial for all involved. In 2025, BuildNZ will once again join forces with Facilities Integrate and The National Safety Show, creating a comprehensive exhibition that spans the entire lifecycle of buildings and facilities—from design and construction to management and maintenance.
By merging these events, BuildNZ aims to deliver a holistic view of the industry, emphasizing not only the design and build phases but also the critical aspects of management and improvement of commercial premises. This collaborative approach positions BuildNZ as an essential event for anyone involved in the built environment in New Zealand, reinforcing its status as the leading trade event in the region. As it continues to evolve, BuildNZ remains dedicated to advancing the construction industry, making it a must-attend event for professionals eager to enhance their knowledge, expand their networks, and discover innovative solutions.
