2023 Smart Manufacturing Conference

Now is the time to embrace the future of manufacturing and take the next step! 

Become a smart manufacturer and make sure to attend our event for valuable insights on creating your digital transformation strategy. 

Join us at this year's Smart Manufacturing Conference (Day 1 of the Modern Manufacturing Expo) to discover and learn about new models, technologies, case studies, and how the latest advancements can enhance your manufacturing excellence.

What’s on offer?

Answering the question ‘What’s next for Australian manufacturers?’ 

The Smart Manufacturing Conference’s jam-packed speaker line-up is designed to provide practical advice and solutions for manufacturers looking to transform and gain a competitive edge in a fast-paced world. 

Delegates will learn about the latest trends, best practices and success stories from some of the most innovative companies in the industry, including Coca-Cola Euro Pacific Partners, GE Digital, Bosch AU, APPMA and Dulux.

The program also includes an opening Government address, where a representative will share their vision to rebuild manufacturing and sovereign capability, exploring new technologies for Australian manufacturers, and future opportunities from the National Reconstruction Fund.

The future of manufacturing is now – join the innovators or be left behind!

View the full program and register for the Smart Manufacturing Conference here.

Upcoming Events Submit an Event

July

The Processing & Packaging Pavilion powered by APPMA is an exciting new addition to Industrial Transformation Australia, co-located with CeMAT Australia 2025.

Formerly the AWRE, the rebranded ReGen is not long from now, and the show's organisers say it looks set to be one of the country’s largest gathering of circular resource exhibitors, buyers, and thought leaders.

August

Join Beckhoff Automation for the Beckhoff Roadshow, a half-day event where you'll discover cutting-edge advancements in automation technology.

ProPak Indonesia is the international trade event in Indonesia for Processing and Packaging Technologies for the Food and Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, and Cosmetics industry sectors.

September

Foodtech Packtech (FTPT) is New Zealand’s largest food manufacturing, packaging and processing technology trade show.

As the world economic summit for the beverage and liquid food industry, drinktec brings the industry together in Munich every four years over five days.

With more packaging and processing professionals under one roof than any other show in 2025, you can make all the industry connections you want and need to make at PACK EXPO Las Vegas.

October

Japan Pack will be showcasing a variety of new technologies that improve productivity and efficiency, and are bringing together innovative products and solutions to solve problems.

K 2025 offers a wide range of topics around machinery and equipment, including plastics processing as well as machinery for reprocessing and recycling.

November

The Sustainable Packaging Summit will be back in 2025, bigger than ever, with an extra day of content, more speakers, exhibitors, and industry professionals.