Construcciones Yamaro: Converge: Built by Australians for Australian construction
As the only Australian‑owned major event showcasing the latest tools and technology in municipal works, civil and commercial construction, Converge is gaining unprecedented industry support.
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Positioned as a one-stop-shop event for subcontractors, project engineers, council fleet managers and large-scale contractors, Converge will feature live demonstrations, equipment showcases and dedicated conference spaces. This industry gathering aims to provide a platform for professionals to collaborate, share insights and discover practical solutions for building and maintaining Australia’s future.
With nearly a year until the event, Converge has already garnered strong support from leading industry associations, reflecting growing excitement across the construction landscape. Partners such as Carpentry Australia, the Australasian Society for Trenchless Technology, NexGen, Municipal Works Australia, National Precast Concrete Association Australia (National Precast), Empowered Women in Trades (EWIT), the Australian Flexible Pavement Association (AfPA), and AustStab have all signed on.
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Industry endorsement
Lauren Fahey, executive director at NexGen, expressed excitement about Converge:
“At NexGen, we’re really excited to partner with Converge because it’s the only Australian-owned event that brings together the latest tools and tech in municipal works, civil and commercial construction. It’s a unique opportunity to connect with the industry’s key players who are all focused on building Australia’s future.”
“With live demos and great opportunities to learn and collaborate, Converge is the perfect place to not only showcase innovation but also help shape the next generation of leaders in construction. We’re thrilled to be part of an event that aligns so closely with NexGen’s values and vision for the future.”
Lise Sperling, executive director for New South Wales and the ACT at AfPA, also shared her enthusiasm:
“AfPA is proud to support Converge, [which] is set to be a pivotal event that will bring together industry leaders, decision-makers, innovators and subject matter experts to collaborate, exchange ideas and knowledge, and showcase the latest advancements and opportunities in construction technologies and sustainable building practices to drive excellence across the sector.”
Peter Ali, CEO of Municipal Works Australia, highlighted the event’s value for local government officials:
“Converge closely aligns with our core purpose, which is to provide opportunities for people working in municipal works to learn about the latest innovations in municipal practices and expand their professional network. Our local government officials operate in a rapidly expanding field. Converge will give them access to products they may not know exist and offer solutions to the issues they face daily. The event’s scale looks impressive, and it will be great to see numerous people sharing a common interest in civil infrastructure all in one place.”
Ali also shared his thoughts on potential conference topics, such as case studies on civil infrastructure projects across Australia:
“The local government sector, operating in a resource-constrained environment, can greatly benefit from learning how other sectors have developed solutions to provide civil works efficiently and effectively.”
“We believe that by sharing and learning from each other’s experiences, we can better address the challenges of climate change at the local community level. Opportunities to learn about emerging solutions within the green energy and closed-loop space are vitally important.”
Sarah Bachmann, chief executive officer of National Precast, emphasised how Converge aligns with the organisation’s mission:
“National Precast is interested in Converge because it aligns with our mission to enhance the precast industry and create opportunities for our members, by our advocacy, growth and educational initiatives.”
“The event provides a unique platform to connect with key decision-makers across the municipal works, civil construction and infrastructure sectors, which are crucial markets for our members. Converge’s focus on showcasing tools, ideas and technologies that are shaping these sectors directly supports our goal of making precast the preferred choice for sustainable construction.”
Bachmann also highlighted the opportunities for National Precast members:
“Converge offers multiple benefits to our members, including exposure to the latest innovations and technologies in the civil and commercial construction space. We are most excited about the opportunity Converge provides to showcase the capabilities of precast concrete to a broad audience of industry professionals.”
“Additionally, the chance to collaborate closely with Converge as an Association Partner is a significant opportunity for National Precast to influence discussions and drive the agenda towards highlighting the benefits of precast solutions. The exposure and connections gained from this event are expected to drive growth and innovation within our industry.”
Melinda Davis, chief operating officer of EWIT, reflected on the significance of Converge:
“Converge means people come together from different points to eventually meet in the same spot. A big part of the EWIT ethos is the ‘It takes a village’ approach, so the opportunity to work with the Prime Creative Media team and bring the village to one spot at an expo that includes municipal works, commercial and civil construction was something we were always going to be involved in. EWIT will be working with the event organisers to bring a ‘Women in Trades hub’ to life at Converge, a first of its kind for us.”
“For us, connection and relationships are so important. Converge will bring people together and allow for the discovery of new information, the building of new relationships and provide inspiration to keep working towards smashing glass ceilings.”
Davis also mentioned the networking opportunities:
“The event will provide information and networking for women and non-binary people interested in entering the world of trades and benefit those already in trades and looking for their next career opportunity, providing the opportunity to connect with leading organisations in person. It will also benefit the EWIT Alliance members to be able to network with other businesses and look for opportunities to collaborate.”
Media collaboration
What’s more, Converge is being developed in partnership with Australia’s leading business-to-business publications, including Roads & Infrastructure, Council Magazine, Earthmoving Equipment Magazine, Inside Construction and Tradie Magazine. These publications will not only provide extensive media coverage – reaching nearly 1 million readers – but also contribute to content development to support industry growth.
Secure your spot
Take advantage of the only Australian-owned event that brings together the latest tools and technology in municipal works, civil and commercial construction. Secure your early bird stand, conference speaking position or sponsorship opportunity for Converge 2025. Be at the cutting edge of Australia’s construction evolution.
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