Roll up for Sydney Build 2023

To be held at Sydney’s International Convention Centre on 6 and 7 March, Sydney Build 2023 is looking to be another huge event for the Australian construction industry.

This month, Inside Construction caught up with Sydney Build event organisers to bring you everything this year’s event has to offer. The event will run over two massive days from March 6 to 7 at the International Convention Centre Sydney, 14 Darling Drive.

Bringing together professionals in the built environment and design industry alike, Australia’s construction, architecture and

Event topics

450 top-level speakers to present across 9 stages.

Sydney Main Stage

Government updates and initiatives, major projects, procurement, and commercial and residential real estate development.

Digital Construction Stage

Digital transformation, latest technology trends, augmented reality and virtual reality, data management and security, digital twins, smart buildings, precincts and cities.

Sustainability Stage

Circular economy, net-zero, embodied carbon management, regenerative design, renewable energy, building life cycles and environmental, social, and governance sustainability.

Architecture and Design Stage

Innovation in architecture, workplace design, social and cultural inclusion, urban architecture, and meeting the needs of the people.

Diversity and Inclusion Stage

Importance of leadership, age, gender, and cultural diversity, driving equality and change, reconciliation in construction and participation policy.

Future of Construction Stage

Latest industry trends, modernising construction, modular methods, skilled workforce shortage, retention, upskilling and 3D printing.

Infrastructure Stage

Updates from latest infrastructure projects (Sydney Metro, Western Sydney Airport, Coffs Harbour Bypass, etc.), transport decongestion, electric vehicle transition.

Climate Resilience and Safety Stage

Fire, flooding, earthquake and natural disaster safety, building resilience to extreme weather conditions, quality assurance and defects.

Skills and Wellbeing Stage

Wellbeing and mental health in construction, available industry initiatives, sales training, business planning, digital marketing and social media strategy.

Alternatively, a full list of the summit agendas and more information on the speakers to be hosted across each stage can be found at www.sydneybuildexpo.com/2023-agenda infrastructure show will feature more than 500 exhibitors, 450 speakers and 20,000 attendees.

Now in its seventh year, Sydney Build has firmly established itself as one of the leading construction industry events in Australia, providing a great opportunity for professionals to get together to discuss past, present and future projects.

Hear from expert speakers confirmed including:

• Alberto Sanchez, Head of PlanningLendlease.

• John Hainsworth, Technical DirectorSmart Infrastructure - Mott MacDonald.

• Stacy Mitchell, Program Director, TfNSWTransport for NSW.

• Marco Assorati, Executive Director AsiaPacific - WeBuild.

• Yolanda Espinar Garcia, Digital Delivery Lead - Jacobs.

• G eorgina North, Head of Technology & Innovation - Laing O’Rourke.

• Mulalo Mudau, Principal Project Manager/ Board Of Directors - AECOM.

• Renata Tracey, Civil Section Manager, Principal - Stantec.

• L auren Gaudion, Chair - Young Engineers

Key events

Meet the Buyers

Sydney Build’s Meet the Buyer events are a great opportunity for suppliers to introduce themselves to new buyers and learn about new projects. For buyers, they enable them to increase their supply chain and brand profile to potential new clients.

Architect’s Hub

The Architect’s Hub at Sydney Build will feature a wide range of 3D models and designs of exciting projects based in Sydney and Australia. This dedicated area will showcase innovative work by reputable architecture firms for all to see.

Sydney Build Bar

– Sponsored by Wurth

Grab a seat, relax over a drink, listen to the DJ and network with professionals from across the construction industry.

• Saumya Menon, Director Health, Safety & Environment - Landcom.

• Tony Lavorato, Design Director, StructuresAurecon.

• Harman Singh, Smart Cities and Places Lead - GHD Digital.

• Cathy Jameson, Design Director, Regional Practice Area Leader - Gensler.

• Alexander Yammas, Digital Engineering Lead - Roads Aviation and Civil - WSP.

• A shley Barnes, Design Manager - Richard Crookes Constructions.

• Emma Birkett, Development ManagerMirvac.

Hosted by global trade show event management company Oliver Kinross, Sydney Build is a part of its award-winning, international ‘BUILD’ exhibition portfolio. Also across the two days, the Sydney Infrastructure Expo and Digital Construction Australia will be co-hosted at the venue showcasing the latest in technology and innovations. These additional events extend the show’s outreach into the infrastructure and transportation industries, offering a more focused insight into their relevant fields.

Sydney Build boasts a comprehensive