Steel Convention 2025


Australian Steel Convention 2025

Mon 15 - Wed 17 September 2025

Manly Pacific, Sydney NSW


The Australian Steel Convention 2025 will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and key stakeholders to explore the dynamic challenges and opportunities facing the Australian steel industry. The Convention will offer a comprehensive view of pivotal areas such as sustainability, technological advancement, global market dynamics, and infrastructure development—each critical to driving long-term resilience and growth in the sector.



Key Convention Themes

  • Green Steel and the Path to Decarbonisation
  • The ‘Smart Steel’ Revolution: Harnessing Technology for a Competitive Edge
  • Navigating Global Markets: Resilience and Adaptation in a Changing Trade Landscape
  • Building Australia: Infrastructure, Innovation, and Steel’s Role in National Development (Case Studies)
  • Powering the Future: Energy, Efficiency, and the Steel Industry’s Energy Transition

Fabricator Forum

The Fabricator Forum is an interactive afternoon designed exclusively for fabricators and will be held on Tuesday 16 September from 3.30pm. Hear from ASI Chief Executive Mark Cain on the latest industry updates and policy shifts, including the safeguard mechanism.

Gain insights from Infrastructure NSW on partnering principles in project delivery, then join your peers for a series of open discussions focused on shared challenges and innovation in fabrication.

Those attending the Fabricator Forum only are invited to attend lunch and meet with exhibitors on Tuesday,16 September and join the plenary session scheduled before the Forum. Registration options include Forum only registration or Forum and Convention Dinner (dinner tickets can also be purchased separately).

Please note: The Fabricator Forum is only open to Fabricators ONLY and your admittance into the meeting is subject to approval by the Australian Steel Institute.


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Tours

Gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access to some of Australia’s most advanced steelmaking and fabrication sites. You can join the tours before or after the convention or book for tours only.

Full-day tours:

Monday, 15 September 2025: BlueScope Port Kembla + Orrcon Unanderra – Dive into the flat steel value chain.

Half-day tours:

Monday 15 September 2025: InfraBuild circular steel journey - Sydney steel mill. Discover InfraBuild’s complete circular steel lifecycle,from scrap metal recycling to electric arc furnace production.

Wednesday 17 September 2025: Icon Metal and Chess Engineering. Explore high-spec fabrication in structural steel.

Dematic and Rondo. Witness roll-formed innovation and automated manufacturing.

Each tour offers a rare opportunity to see industry-leading technology and sustainability practices up close.

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Meet the MC and keynote speakers

Paul Swain is an experienced HR strategist with over two decades in leadership and advisory roles, including Head of HR positions at major Australian organisations. As the founder of Ultimate People, he specialises in leadership coaching, executive facilitation, and strategic advisory focused on aligning workforce capability with business outcomes.

Paul Swain
Founder & Principal Consultant, Ultimate People

Matt Hall is a decorated RAAF veteran and aerobatic pilot, best known for winning the Red Bull Air Race World Championship. His keynotes explore high-performance mindsets, leadership under pressure, and translating military precision into business success.

Layne Beachley is one of Australia’s most decorated athletes and a leading voice on purpose-driven performance and resilience. Through Awake Academy, she helps individuals and teams overcome fear, embrace self-worth, and unlock potential.

Layne Beachley
7-time World Champion Surfer & Co-Founder, Awake Academy

David Latina leads Australia’s Anti-Dumping Commission, responsible for ensuring fair competition in international trade. His work focuses on evolving anti-dumping systems to protect local manufacturers from unfair import practices.

Registration fees

Registration costs are based on either full convention attendance; one day registrations; one day plus social functions; and fabricator forum.

Please use the link below to choose what is right for you. 

Registration fees

Accommodation

Accommodation has been secured for attendees at the convention venue. The Manly Pacific, a jewel within Accor’s luxury MGallery collection, boasts a front-row view to famous Manly Beach in beautiful Sydney, Australia. 

Accommodation costs

Social functions

The following social functions are part of the official convention program. A ticket to each is included in all “full” registration fee types and “one day” registration fee types where indicated. Guest tickets are available for purchase through the registration site. 

Welcome Reception

Monday, 15 September 2025

6:30pm - 9:30pm 

Beach Club, Hotel Steyne Manly

Kick off the 2025 Australian Steel Convention in style at our official Welcome Reception. The relaxed yet vibrant venue offers breath-taking ocean views and an inviting seaside ambiance—perfect for mingling with peers, catching up with industry partners, and setting the tone for a productive and engaging convention ahead.

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Convention Dinner

Tuesday 16 September 2025

6:30pm - 11pm 

Ballroom, Manly Pacific

Join us for the highlight of the 2025 Australian Steel Convention at the Conference Dinner at Manly Pacific. Mingle with industry peers over a sumptuous meal, carry on conversations from the day, and enjoy unforgettable entertainment that promises to bring energy to the evening. 

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Sponsorship

The Australian Steel Convention sponsorship and exhibition packages are tailored to appeal to a wide variety of marketing objectives including:

For the full suite of sponsorship options download the sponsorship prospectus or contact the convention team today at convention@steel.org.au 

Sponsorship, exhibition and participation in the Australian Steel Convention is open to current members of the Institute. Non-member participation at the Convention is at the discretion of ASI management.