The Cairns Convention Centre will attend IMEX Frankfurt, inviting global planners and event professionals to visit its stand and discover what sets this award-winning Centre apart. The Center continues to lead global business events with a renewed focus on sustainability, world-class facilities, and an enviable natural setting.
Attendees are encouraged to meet Wayne Smith, Business Development Director, on stand B290 to hear firsthand of the Centre’s successes following the opening of its $176 million expansion. Since its launch, the extended Centre has elevated Cairns’ profile as a premier destination for international Conferences, attracting a high calibre of events, including the Asia Pacific Orthopaedic Association Congress, AUS-oMicS Conference, International Bat Research Conference, and the Viruses of Microbes Conference—hosted outside Europe for the first time.
Cairns will also host the prestigious CAPA Airline Leader Summit Asia Pacific 2025, adding to its growing global appeal. Set to take place from July 31 to August 1, the summit will convene key aviation and business leaders to explore the future of regional and global connectivity – a fitting match for a destination now more accessible than ever.
Janet Hamilton, General Manager of the Cairns Convention Centre, said, “IMEX provides the perfect opportunity for us to showcase the momentum the Centre and region have built in recent years. From cutting-edge conferences to the implementation of meaningful sustainability initiatives, Cairns is a world-class destination and our Centre reflects that.”
Set between two UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the Great Barrier Reef and the world’s oldest continuously surviving tropical rainforest – the Centre integrates modern infrastructure with a deep connection to its environment and culture. Delegates attending Cairns events are treated to state-of-the-art facilities and a Centre that embraces the local landscape, First Nations culture, and culinary excellence, including eco-conscious menus celebrating regional produce.
The Centre’s success is underpinned by its commitment to environmental and social responsibility. It offers initiatives such as the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, local ecosystem restoration partnerships through Reforest, and comprehensive accessibility features aligning with the Centre’s focus on sustainability, inclusion, and a sense of place.
With new direct international flight routes—including improved access via Fiji Airways from North America—reaching Cairns has never been easier. The Centre’s proximity to Cairns Airport and vibrant city amenities ensures a seamless and memorable delegate experience.
To learn why Cairns is the ideal destination for your next international conference – and to discover a world-class convention centre set amid breathtaking natural beauty and known for its warm, tropical hospitality – visit the Cairns Convention Centre team at Stand B290 at IMEX Frankfurt.
Editors’ Notes: Cairns Convention Centre
The Cairns Convention Centre is a world-class, purpose-built venue in the heart of tropical North Queensland, Australia, on the cusp of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest.
Constructed in 1995 and renovated several times over the years, the vast, modern Centre features a 2,300-seat auditorium, a 5,000-seat arena, a 440-seat plenary room, 23 breakout meeting rooms, a ballroom for up to 500 guests, and an outdoor terrace with breathtaking views over Trinity Inlet.
Supported by a passionate team of industry professionals, the Centre hosts numerous large-scale events, from international association conferences to domestic NBL games. It is also actively engaged in the community, working closely with local experts and Indigenous leaders and supporting a range of local not-for-profits.
ASM Global, the world’s leading venue management company, manages it.
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