MEETINGS 2025 is set to welcome business events professionals from New Zealand and key international markets in Tamaki Makaurau Auckland to connect with over 200 New Zealand exhibitors.
The Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) event returns to Tamaki Makaurau Auckland after four years. It includes a two-day exhibition at Auckland Showgrounds on 11 to 12 June, plus an Auckland city experience for hosted buyers on 10 June and two spectacular social functions.
“Now is an exciting time to be back in New Zealand’s largest city and to showcase major developments, infrastructure investment, and new products from Auckland and from across New Zealand,” BEIA chief executive, Lisa Hopkins, said.
Head of Auckland Convention Bureau at Tataki Auckland Unlimited, Ken Pereira, said the city is undergoing a major revitalisation – from the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC), the country’s largest purpose-built convention centre, to an influx of new accommodation investment.
“There are now 18,000 hotel rooms in the region, with new additions in the city centre including the Horizon by SkyCity with direct links to the NZICC, SOHO Hotel Auckland, JW Marriott, Intercontinental, Hotel Indigo, Abstract and Hotel Grand Chancellor properties, plus Auckland Airport’s new Te Arikinui Pullman. Openings this year will include the Radisson RED – the first RED in the Pacific – and TRIBE Auckland,” Pereira said.
“The City Rail Link project, and the new transport hub that is part of Auckland Airport’s expansion, support our vision for a more connected and accessible Auckland while meeting the highest standards of environmental responsibility. We are looking forward to welcoming everyone to connect, collaborate and to experience all that Auckland has to offer.”
Auckland Convention Bureau will host a city tour for hosted buyers, plus familiarisation activity for international guests. Visitors can get a chance to experience first-hand a range of Auckland’s attractions, including the All Blacks Experience and Weta Workshop Unleashed, wine tasting on Waiheke Island, and sailing on the Waitemata Harbour.
“We can’t wait to see the response to the MEETINGS welcome night ‘kick-off’ at Eden Park on 10 June, which will put the stadium’s events prowess on full display,” Pereira added. ” Waterfront venue the Viaduct Events Centre will host the final celebration on 12 June, with the official after-party exploring the city’s nightlife at the Rooftop at QT Auckland.”
Day Buyer registrations are still open for MEETINGS 2025 on 11 and 12 June. To register online and view the full program go to the MEETINGS website.
MEETINGS major partners are Air New Zealand, Tourism New Zealand Business Events, Auckland Convention Bureau, Auckland Showgrounds, EventsAIR, Peek Exhibition and Display, and Exhibition Hire.
