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As International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, prepares to mark this year’s Global Exhibitions Day on 6 June, it announces 131,800 people will attend 16 exhibitions in the last quarter of FY2023/24 - sparking trade in growing industries...

ASM Global has been contracted to operate ICC Sydney for a further 10 years of the 25-year Public Private Partnership at International Convention Centre Sydney, following a gold star report card for 10 years of delivering extraordinary results for the Darling Harbour Live consortium and New South Wales (NSW) Government.

In an innovative move, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has today launched an immersive audio visual projection service exclusive to its iconic Darling Harbour Theatre.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has strengthened its commitment to creating an inclusive and accessible venue with the launch of its inaugural Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) on World Autism Awareness Day.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, applauds urban think tank Committee for Sydney’s “Benchmarking Sydney 2024” report released this week.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has activated its Audio Visual (AV) Graduate Program for the fifth time with seven recruits – the highest ever number of audio visual professionals joining the venue’s ranks following completion of their tertiary education courses.

Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue leads the way to inclusive, sustainable and innovative events by activating its expanded Legacy Program – now featuring an ‘Inclusion and Belonging’ stream. 

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, strengthens its ‘venue of choice’ status for event organisers and attendees through its approach to inclusive, socially impactful, sustainable events that prioritise health and wellbeing, human connection and human-centric technology. 

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue is excited to announce the promotion of Michelle Zangari to the role of Senior Manager, Live Events.

SXSW Sydney®, the Asia Pacific region’s largest innovation, culture, gaming, music and screen event has launched overnight at International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global. The venue welcomed thousands of patrons to the SXSW Sydney Screen Festival’s Opening Night film premiere and welcome party in Tumbalong Park, ahead of an extraordinary line-up of events planned across the venue. 

For the third consecutive year, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has successfully nominated a senior team member to participate in the International Association of Convention Centres (AIPC) Future Shapers leadership program. Gabriella Alberici, ICC Sydney’s Senior Manager, Business Development – Corporate, Government and Events has been selected to represent the venue.

Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue was awarded Bronze Tier status in Pride in Diversity’s Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI).

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has produced its first graduates of a high performance program following a solutions focused pitch to elevate its operations and people development pathways, which was delivered to its executive committee this month.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, took home a win at the Australian Human Resources (HR) Awards on Friday night, with Ashleigh Vassallo, Human Resources Business Partner named as the 2023 Australian HR Rising Star of the Year.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, will welcome the principal advisory body on cultural heritage to the UNESCO World Heritage Committee – the International Council on Monuments and Sites for its 21st General Assembly and Scientific Symposium (ICOMOS GA 2023).

In an innovative move, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has showcased its versatility by delivering a bespoke digital event app, event check in and badge printing service for Accor Pacific, the largest hotel operator in Australia and New Zealand, at their EmPOWERed Leaders Conference last month.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has produced another two award winning graduates of the International Association of Convention Centres (AIPC) Future Shapers program following a competitive on-stage pitch to solve convention centre industry challenges at the AIPC Congress held in Luxembourg last week.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has held its latest ‘Exhibitions in Focus’ event – a critical opportunity to share information and resources that optimise the streamlined planning of trade and consumer exhibitions at the venue.

Samantha Glass,
Director of Corporate Affairs, Communication, and Sustainability

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, strengthens its commitment to support economic impact while developing the future generation of entrepreneurs as it partners with The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) to deliver the inaugural UTS Startups Summit.

In a national business events industry triumph, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, scored a hat trick in the Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) National Awards, being named a winner in three categories.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, prepares to welcome its charity partner event, Stand Tall, for the seventh consecutive year – which is set to surpass in person attendance and broadcast reach records.

In line with the Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights Legislation Amendment (Respect at Work) Bill 2022, ICC Sydney encourages behaviour and communication that is respectful with every interaction at the venue.

Whether you’re treating yourself, your friends or family this summer, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, presents more than 40 entertainment events to choose from at its iconic Aware Super Theatre, Darling Harbour Theatre and Exhibition Centre.

CEO – ICC Sydney & Group Director – Convention Centres, ASM Global (APAC)

ICC Sydney’s Interactive Venue Map supports event organisers throughout their event planning journey at ICC Sydney.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has been crowned ‘Best Convention & Exhibition Centre’ at the 31st Annual TTG Travel Awards 2022, reaffirming its reputation as the premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue in the Asia Pacific region.

ICC Sydney reveals stories of an enhanced city and venue – Geoff Donaghy, CEO

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has marked this year’s Global Exhibitions Day by announcing it is planning to welcome 64,000 people through eight trade and consumer exhibitions scheduled across the June calendar.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has launched the second edition of Sydney InView magazine, providing readers with a deep dive into the latest trends from ICC Sydney and the vibrant city within which its nestled.

Samantha Glass, Director of Corporate Affairs and Communication

ICC Sydney welcomes thousands of visitors to Sydney’s iconic Darling Harbour precinct with the upturn of live entertainment events and its highest selling show to date.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), welcomed 1,400 guests into its Grand Ballroom to celebrate the annual Lansdowne Club St. Patrick’s Day lunch last week, restriction free for the first time since March 2020.

ICC Sydney has kick started its exhibitions calendar with trade and consumer events.

Sydney’s business events industry congratulates the NSW Government on its measured response to the Omicron variant of COVID-19.

Operating conditions at ICC Sydney changed from Monday, 08 November 2021 – Adam Mather-Brown, General Manager

ICC Sydney kicks off its entertainment events schedule with an award-winning, immersive space event

NSW Government announces $530 million to turbocharge the local visitor economy

The venue’s new webinar series reveals best practice event processes.

ICC Sydney has welcomed the industry’s inclusion in the New South Wales (NSW) Government’s roadmap to reopen.

Sydney’s business events industry is calling for a NSW Government plan to safely restart its operations for fully vaccinated people.

ICC Sydney successfully delivers a further three virtual events, bringing the total number of in-house virtual or hybrid events to 156 over the past year.

ICC Sydney broadens its existing virtual event and broadcast spaces in response to event organisers’ needs.

ICC Sydney adapts to changes in restrictions to swiftly convert peak medical body event from hybrid to completely virtual in just 48 hours.

In times of change, resilience has proven paramount in remaining open throughout this pandemic.

Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue launches dedicated studio space for clients

Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue continues to hold clearance to host corporate events and exhibitions and live entertainment shows

Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue supports major easing of restrictions for corporate and live entertainment events

ICC Sydney's award-winning architectural design provides the ideal backdrop for photography and film shoot productions. No matter whether your production is an intimate interview piece or a blockbuster in the making, our expansive and cutting edge spaces mean the only...

Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue approved to host 1,500 delegates at corporate events and conferences.

Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue approved to increase Aware Super Theatre capacity to 2,400 patrons.

Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue reveals critical return of exhibition market

ICC Sydney has staged its first entirely in-person conference since coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions came into effect.

Australia’s premier entertainment venue takes on a new name and brand as naming rights partner First State Super becomes Aware Super

The name of Sydney’s world class entertainment venue will change as its naming rights partner rebrands to Aware Super, signalling a commitment to action and impact

Industry-leading protocols to provide trusted protection for the live experience as facilities across the globe begin to reopen and welcome staff, tenants and guests.

ICC Sydney launches EventSafe Operating Framework, a set of operating principles that will enable the venue to safely reopen and run events in an environment transformed by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Youth mental health charity Stand Tall, today announced its 2020 Event will be live-streamed to thousands of high school students across Australia on 4 June from ICC Sydney.

Australian event managers and PCOs arrive in Sydney

In 2019, our team made a number of changes to ensure that ICC Sydney remains at the forefront of innovation and best practice.

AEG Facilities, the venue management and SMG today announced they completed their business combination to create a new, standalone global facility management and venue services company, ASM Global.

Major life insurance and financial services association event on its way to ICC Sydney.

Universities and research labs from 40 countries test their robotics and Artificial Intelligence skills this weekend

Future proofing Australia’s science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) credentials, Sydney has secured a global stage of the competitive World Scholar’s Cup.

More Than a Venue, ICC Sydney emerges as symbol of global excellence

Australia’s premier convention, entertainment and exhibition venue hosts immersive two-day event.

Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue reinforces Asia’s confidence in Sydney with four-city tour.

Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue continues to open up pathways between Australia and Asia

Network of patrons acknowledged for contribution to build ICC Sydney’s reputation as an extraordinary convention, exhibition and entertainment venue

Darling Harbour Transformation Project wins at the 2018 Australian Institute of Architects National Awards

Venue praised for innovative, integrated design, flexible spaces and precinct transformation.

Sydney wins prestigious US-based MDRT’s inaugural Global Conference here in September 2019.

ICC Sydney continues to attract innovation events that share ideas to shape our future as well as provide connections to Australia’s home grown talent to the rest of the world.

ICC Sydney welcomed more than 1,000 business representatives and leaders from around the world to the prestigious Global Summit of Women from 26-28 April 2018.

Raft of new services and guidelines designed to deliver greater flexibility and a world class experience for clients.

ICC Sydney has welcomed world leaders to the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit from 16 to 18 March 2018 in a historic and landmark occasion.

ICC Sydney is seeking its first commercial naming partnership for the world class ICC Sydney Theatre

Connectivity, customisation and coffee at ICC Sydney

Australia’s premier convention, entertainment and exhibition venue hosts inaugural industry collaboration event

Australia’s premier convention, exhibition and entertainment venue amplifies its capabilities

A tale of two cities.

ICC Sydney is continuing to add to its collection of honours.

Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour is set to open its doors, providing more accommodation choices for ICC Sydney guests and delegates.

Delegates are now able to enjoy a cruise along one of the world’s most beautiful harbours and arrive on the doorstep of ICC Sydney.

ICC Sydney welcomes its largest ever public exhibition with the first day and 50th Anniversary of Sydney International Boat Show.

For the second time this year, ICC Sydney has been well ranked in the illustrious Pollstar Theatre Worldwide Ticket Sales report.

From 17 – 18 July, ICC Sydney welcomed the 12th Annual Associations Forum National Conference.

ICC Sydney was delighted to welcome more than 4,200 TEDxSydney delegates on Friday 16 June 2017.

On Friday 20 January, ICC Sydney welcomed the 2017 Australia Day Lunch, hosted by the Australia Day Council of NSW.

ICC Sydney dazzles local and international visitors until 17 June, with the launch of its first ever Vivid Sydney light installation.

Leading medical conference achieves record attendance and extraordinary performance at ICC Sydney.

ICC Sydney welcomes its first medical conference today with Pathology Update 2017 – a leading event from peak medical body, RCPA.

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) to deliver a major financial impact when it hosts the Reed Gift Fair from 18-22 February 2017.

International Convention Centre Sydney impressed over 8,000 international delegates at the Amway China Leadership Seminar 2017 (6-18 January)

ICC Sydney is officially open for business today, with its first day of operation marking a dramatic shift in the cultural and economic landscapes of Sydney.

A new era of live entertainment was born to Sydney last night, as ICC Sydney Theatre launched to the public with a spectacular concert from Keith Urban.

ICC Sydney Campaign Recognised with Industry Award

The revitalised Darling Harbour precinct, including ICC Sydney, was formally opened to the public this weekend at the Celebrate Darling Harbour event.

Sydneysiders and visitors alike will enjoy a sizzling series of events this summer, with ICC Sydney set to host a calendar of world class events.

As the curtain rises on one of the world’s most hotly anticipated venues, ICC Sydney launched its opening campaign – IT’S SHOWTIME.

Sydney’s reputation as an innovation hub will get a major boost following the opening of ICC Sydney this December, with over 400 events already confirmed.

ICC Sydney wowed leaders from across Sydney’s business, entertainment, media, academic and events communities at last night’s exclusive Showcase Dinner.

ICC Sydney opened its doors to the city today, inviting the public to explore the state of the art integrated convention, exhibition and entertainment precinct.

The nation’s most promising young stars performed at ICC Sydney in a Talent Development Project concert, testing the venue’s spectacular theatre ahead of launch.

Sydney movers and shakers were treated to a site tour of ICC Sydney, as well as a taste of its Feeding Your Performance menu, during the venue’s first week of test events.

ICC Sydney invites Sydneysiders to explore its world class venue on Saturday 22 October, 10am – 4pm, before it officially opens this December.

ICC Sydney hosts two Taxi Days to familiarise drivers with the best access points for the world class venue.

Promoting the advantages of meeting in Australia’s global city, ICC Sydney and BESydney hosted some 30 clients at a VIP reception in Washington.

Sydney has unveiled its latest iconic outdoor venue with ICC Sydney’s Event Deck expected to be a major drawcard to the revamped Darling Harbour precinct.

The odds are forever in ICC Sydney’s favour with The Hunger Games: The Exhibition now confirmed as the first public exhibition at the world class venue in December 2016.

International music icon, Keith Urban, will be the first artist to headline ICC Sydney’s ultramodern entertainment theatre at the world-class venue on 14 December 2016.

ICC Sydney is proving to be the destination of choice, with a raft of key national and international associations backing the world class venue with major event bookings.

ICC Sydney invites the Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia (EEAA) to hold annual Conference and Awards for Excellence as one of 24 test events.

BESydney announces Amway China Leadership Seminar to be held at ICC Sydney in March 2017.

The opening of ICC Sydney this December will mark a paradigm shift in the way business events are delivered in Sydney.

Darling Harbour receives highest available rating for master-planned precincts in Australia, achieving a 6 Star Green Star Communities (v1) rating.

Sydney cements global ICT reputation, as IT leaders will converge upon ICC Sydney over five days in 2017 for cloud computing’s single largest gathering.

ICC Sydney will hold Australia’s largest annual travel and tourism business-to-business event, the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE), over five days in May 2017.

The Chinese government continues to relax control over the formation and management of trade associations.

The partnership between convention centres and hotels is both symbiotic and contradictory, but stronger collaboration can drive the overall destination appeal.

NSW Minister for Trade, Tourism and Major Events, Stuart Ayres MP, joins ICC Sydney and BES at IMEX Frankfurt this year, sharing the importance of business events to a city.

A decade ago, futurists were predicting the death of the meetings industry as a result of technological advancements such as video conferencing and connected workspaces.

Milestone celebrated as ICC Sydney receives a visit from NSW Premier Mike Baird and Minister for Transport and Infrastructure Andrew Constance.

Opening in December 2016, ICC Sydney confirmed 35 exhibition events today to launch its 2017 business events season.

Meeting with buyers from around the world at Tourism Australia’s largest national trade marketing event, ICC Sydney announced its official countdown to opening had begun.

Sydneysiders and visitors to the city are set to enjoy a reinvigorated live entertainment scene following the unveiling of ICC Sydney’s world class entertainment hub.

Lord Sebastian Coe, President of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) discusses legacy and how business events can shape the future.

Minister for Trade, Tourism and Major Events Stuart Ayres announced events worth more than $200 million direct expenditure to NSW have been secured for ICC Sydney.

ICC Sydney has launched a new short film, revealing how its integrated precinct will deliver a new paradigm for business events held in Australia.

ICC Sydney embarked on a national roadshow to showcase the premier venue set to take the world’s events industry by storm.