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Nov
14
Sat
ROTORTECH 2020 @ Royal International Convention Centre (Royal ICC)
Nov 14 – Nov 16 all-day
ROTORTECH 2020 @ Royal International Convention Centre (Royal ICC)

THE HELICOPTER AND UNMANNED FLIGHT EXPOSITION
FOR AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND AND THE REGION

With a comprehensive three-day FREE to attend industry conference program, ROTORTECH 2020 is the region’s premier helicopter and unmanned flight systems showcase and forum, featuring more than 100 participating companies and key speakers from industry and government.

Join Australia’s helicopter and unmanned aerial flight communities including the Australian Helicopter Industry Association (AHIA), Australian Association for Unmanned Systems (AAUS) and the Aviation Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Business Association (AMROBA) at the industry’s own signature event.

Join the FREE conference program and engage with:

  • Keynote address from the Hon. Michael McCormack MP, Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development
  • Aerial firefighting: lessons learned and the way ahead
  • Heli-Mustering: beefing up the helicopter industry
  • Rotary wing tourism: the bird’s eye view
  • Financial forum: question the experts
  • Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in fire and emergency management, agriculture, infrastructure inspection and aerial survey
  • Helicopter technical workshops from Airbus, Bell, Boeing and Robinson
  • The future rotary wing regulatory landscape

Walk the exhibition floor:

  • More than 100 participating companies
  • Helicopter static displays
  • Unmanned Aerial System demonstrations
  • STEM and careers program

Network and socialise:

  • Networking events on the exhibition floor
  • Australian Helicopter Industry Association Gala Dinner and Industry Awards night

ROTORTECH 2018 was an unprecedented success, attracting 95 exhibitors, including three days of conferences with 30 speakers across some 22 sessions on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.

Dramatic growth in demand for the event has prompted a move to the Royal International Convention Centre at Brisbane Showgrounds as a larger, more easily accessible venue with world class facilities, helicopter access and external flying demonstrations and networking.

Jun
15
Tue
ROTORTECH 2021 @ Royal International Convention Centre, Brisbane
Jun 15 – Jun 17 all-day
ROTORTECH 2021 @ Royal International Convention Centre, Brisbane

THE HELICOPTER AND UNMANNED FLIGHT EXPOSITION
FOR AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND AND THE REGION

With a comprehensive three-day FREE to attend industry conference program, ROTORTECH is the region’s premier helicopter and unmanned flight systems showcase and forum, featuring more than 100 participating companies and key speakers from industry and government.

Join Australia’s helicopter and unmanned aerial flight communities including the Australian Helicopter Industry Association (AHIA), Australian Association for Unmanned Systems (AAUS) and the Aviation Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Business Association (AMROBA) at the industry’s own signature event.

Join the FREE conference program and engage with:

  • Keynote address from the Hon. Michael McCormack MP, Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development
  • Aerial firefighting: lessons learned and the way ahead
  • Heli-Mustering: beefing up the helicopter industry
  • Rotary wing tourism: the bird’s eye view
  • Financial forum: question the experts
  • Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in fire and emergency management, agriculture, infrastructure inspection and aerial survey
  • Helicopter technical workshops from Airbus, Bell, Boeing and Robinson
  • The future rotary wing regulatory landscape

Walk the exhibition floor:

  • More than 100 participating companies
  • Helicopter static displays
  • Unmanned Aerial System demonstrations

Network and socialise:

  • Networking events on the exhibition floor

ROTORTECH 2018 was an unprecedented success, attracting 95 exhibitors, including three days of conferences with 30 speakers across some 22 sessions on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.

Dramatic growth in demand for the event has prompted a move to the Royal International Convention Centre, Brisbane as a larger, more easily accessible venue with world class facilities, helicopter access and external flying demonstrations and networking.

Mar
29
Tue
RPAS in Australian Skies 2022 @ Canberra
Mar 29 @ 9:00 am – Mar 30 @ 5:00 pm
RPAS in Australian Skies 2022 @ Canberra

The Australian Association for Unmanned Systems’ ‘RPAS in Australian Skies 2022’ conference aims to continue discussion on the safe integration of RPAS into Australian airspace. It is supported by key government and industry participants and has established itself as a landmark event in the Australian RPAS calendar.

The 2022 themes will cover:

  • Policy and Regulatory updates from the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications, CASA, AirServices Australia and the Australian Defence Force relating to the use of emerging aviation technology in Australia.
  • UAS Traffic Management (UTM), low level airspace, integrated airspace systems challenges and opportunities.
  • Industry challenges and perspectives
  • Continuing development of a professional and safe industry.
  • ATSB RPAS data and trends
  • Emerging technology and innovative solutions enabling integration or RPAS into Australian airspace.
  • Future infrastructure requirements to enable drone delivery and advanced air mobility (AAM).
  • Emerging RPAS and AAM applications – benefits, viability and social acceptance.

The conference will be a hybrid event incorporating face to face (live) and online (virtual) choices for participants. It will also include the AAUS Gala Dinner featuring the AAUS Industry Awards.

May
13
Fri
Subsurface Utilities and Digital Twins @ Online webinar
May 13 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Subsurface Utilities and Digital Twins @ Online webinar

The presenters for this topical webinar will be Dr Craig Roberts, Senior Lecturer in Surveying/GPS/Geodesy at UNSW and Wayne Patterson Director, Spatial Operations at the NSW Department of Customer Service.

Roberts will give a short update on the revision of the Australian Standard, AS_5488 Classification of subsurface utility information in the context of datum modernisation, low-cost multi-GNSS and recent advances in positioning infrastructure in Australia.

Data storage, data distribution and security are identified as challenges suggesting a reimagined data governance will be needed. Could a spatial digital twin assist? What is a spatial digital twin? Is it a BIM? Where does it come from? What is an open data policy? Who can use it? Can I use it? Which datum? How accurate is the data?

Rather than just another PowerPoint webinar, Roberts will interview Patterson in a free-flowing format. Attendees will be invited to ask their own questions live in the chat as the conversation evolves.

This webinar is targeted at surveyors, geospatial users, students and the wider spatial community.

Sep
6
Tue
Commercial UAV Expo @ Caesars Forum, Las Vegas, USA
Sep 6 @ 8:30 am – Sep 8 @ 5:00 pm
Commercial UAV Expo @ Caesars Forum, Las Vegas, USA

Commercial UAV Expo, September 6-8 in Las Vegas is the premier event for the commercial drone industry focusing on the integration/operation of commercial UAS.

The event will feature exhibits and demonstrations by UAS solutions providers; keynotes, panel discussions, and presentations with interactive Q&A and chat; AI-powered networking; and more.

Industries covered include Construction; Drone Delivery; Energy & Utilities; Forestry & Agriculture; Infrastructure & Transportation; Mining & Aggregates; Public Safety & Emergency Services; Security; and Surveying & Mapping. It is presented by Commercial UAV News and organised by Diversified Communications.

Use code SAVE100 for a US$100 discount and/or FREE expo admission.

May
8
Mon
XPONENTIAL @ Colorado Convention Centre, Denver, USA
May 8 @ 8:30 am – May 11 @ 5:00 pm

XPONENTIAL is a leading annual gathering for global leaders and end users of uncrewed technologies. Founded on a belief that cross-pollination drives innovation, it’s the only event designed to advance the entire autonomy ecosystem. Each year, it welcomes thousands of the industry’s top minds to cultivate collaboration, spark new ideas, and in 2023, build the blueprint for autonomy. XPONENTIAL is a catalyst — helping each attendee transform their vision into real opportunities.

Jun
13
Tue
RPAS in Australian Skies 2023 @ Hotel Realm, Canberra
Jun 13 – Jun 15 all-day
RPAS in Australian Skies 2023 @ Hotel Realm, Canberra

RPAS in Australia Skies is back for 2023. The conference is the Australian Association for Uncrewed Systems’ (AAUS) main event for the year and has established itself as a landmark event for the Australian drone industry, drawing interest from key government personnel, representatives from the regulatory and safety bodies, defence force, RPAS and UTM representatives, end users and academia.

The hybrid event will take place over two days and will include a combination of presentations and interactive panel discussions.

The conference will cover:

  • RPAS related policy and regulatory updates from Australian and international government agencies.
  • UAS Traffic Management, low-level airspace and integrated airspace systems
  • Industry challenges and perspectives
  • Continuing development of a professional and safe industry.
  • Emerging technologies and innovative solutions enabling RPAS integration in Australian airspace.
  • Emerging applications — benefits, viability and social acceptance
  • Case studies of drone use and challenges in emergency services, infrastructure inspection, delivery, mining, and agriculture.
Oct
27
Fri
SA Geospatial Excellence Awards @ Adelaide Convention Centre
Oct 27 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
SA Geospatial Excellence Awards @ Adelaide Convention Centre

The Geospatial Council of Australia invites industry members to participate in the special South Australian Geospatial Excellence Awards reception on Friday, 27 October 2023, in the Riverbank Rooms at the Adelaide Convention Centre.

With no Spatial Information Day this year due to Locate23 being held in Adelaide, this event will be held to announce the 2023 South Australia award winners, whilst also showcasing some of last year’s incredible winning projects.

The evening will be an opportunity for networking with colleagues old and new, and for celebration of the local geospatial industry.

Image credit: ©stock.adobe.com/au/andy_di

Mar
6
Wed
Geo Connect Asia 2024 @ Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Mar 6 – Mar 7 all-day
Geo Connect Asia 2024 @ Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

The annual Geo Connect Asia Show & Conferences offers a two day, in-person meeting place for ASEAN’s vibrant geospatial community. Bringing geospatial solutions to the heart of decision-making the event combines with technologies from the digital construction, drone and remote sensing markets.

Geo Connect Asia looks to host its ASEAN neighbours and build on a vibrant community as new technologies add new application tools to enable the Industry 4.0 Revolution. The emergence of AI, blockchain, IoT, robotics and UAVs create a new dynamic and platforms for a region well equipped to take on the challenges ahead.

Mar
16
Sat
South Australia Cadastral Workshop @ Adelaide Pavilion, corner of South Terrace and Peacock Road
Mar 16 @ 8:00 am – 11:30 am
South Australia Cadastral Workshop @ Adelaide Pavilion, corner of South Terrace and Peacock Road

The not-to-be-missed Geospatial Council of Australia (GCA) South Australia Cadastral Workshop, to be held in Adelaide on 16 March, will bring together professionals in the field of land surveying and provide an opportunity for them to expand their knowledge of the complexities of cadastral surveying.

This workshop offers a unique opportunity for professionals in the field of land surveying to gather and expand their knowledge in the complexities of cadastral surveying. Participants will hear expert-led discussions into topics ranging from advanced surveying techniques to legal frameworks governing land boundaries, and gain invaluable insights to enhance their expertise and address the challenges of modern cadastral surveying practices.

  • Members: $90 (incl. GST)
  • Non-members: $135 (incl. GST)
  • Registered survey graduates and students: $45 (incl. GST)

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