afac26
18 – 21 August 2026
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)
AFAC26 Conference & Exhibition powered by INTERSCHUTZ
Celebrating the Success of AFAC25
On behalf of AFAC, Deutsche Messe, the Institution of Fire Engineers (Australia), Women and Firefighting Australasia (WAFA), and the Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience (AIDR), thank you to all our exhibitors, sponsors, speakers, partners, and attendees for making AFAC25 such an outstanding success.
Returning to Melbourne, AFAC26 will bring together thousands of emergency management professionals, industry leaders, and innovators to share knowledge, showcase technology, and strengthen connections across the sector.
We look forward to welcoming you to AFAC26, taking place from 18–21 August 2026 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC).
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The Conference
AFAC26 Conference & Exhibition runs from 18–21 August 2026, bringing you insights from over 100 expert speakers. You'll hear from international and local thought leaders across our multi-streamed AFAC conference.
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The Exhibition
Australasia's leading emergency management and first responder exhibition returns 18–20 August 2026 at MCEC. Explore the latest equipment, technologies, and services from hundreds of national and international brands.
VIEW EXHIBITOR SHOWCASEHost Agencies
AFAC26 is proudly hosted by Victoria's leading emergency management agencies.
AFAC25 in numbers
4,451
Attendees
32
Attending International Countries
201
Presenters
228
Exhibiting Organisations
Collaborative Sectors
AFAC26 unites professionals across all emergency management and public safety sectors.
Ambulance
Fire Fighter
Hazmat
Fire Service
Community
Fire Safety
WorkforceWho Should Attend?
AFAC26 brings together professionals from across emergency management, public safety, and disaster resilience.
First Responders
Police, ambulance, and frontline services benefiting from the latest innovations in crisis management.
Defence & Security
Explore new strategies for strengthening national and community safety.
Critical Infrastructure
Professionals dedicated to safeguarding essential services and rebuilding communities.
Industry Leaders
Hazardous materials, industrial safety, and fire prevention experts.
Mining & Resources
Industry-specific solutions to mitigate risk and improve emergency preparedness.
Disaster Resilience
Connect with peers and shape the future of emergency management.
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