Friday, July 12, 2024 The latest technology and trends shaping the future of EdTech will be showcased in Sydney next year as one of the world’s largest education events returns to NSW. Sydney will host the EduTECH Congress and Expo from 2025-2027, generating an anticipated $24 million in direct expenditure for the NSW economy over the next three years. Gathering over 10,000 academics, training providers, and innovators, the event offers industry leaders the chance to share insights and groundbreaking technologies that are revolutionizing global teaching and learning.
Featuring more than 350 speakers and hundreds of exhibitions, the event includes tech demonstrations on cutting-edge developments in education, such as artificial intelligence, augmented reality, robotics, and 3D printing. The event will position NSW as a world-leading EdTech hub, showcasing local businesses to investors and global clients, supporting their growth and exports into new international markets. The NSW Government, with the support of Business Events Sydney (BESydney), secured the EduTECH Congress and Expo, with the next event set for 12-13 June 2025 at the International Convention Centre Sydney.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Industry and Trade Anoulack Chanthivong: “Sydney is the natural home for the EduTECH Congress and Expo. We hosted the first event back in 2011, and while it’s moved around the country since then, it’s fantastic to have it return to the city where it all began. “NSW has a diverse EdTech sector, home to 273 companies that are transforming how teachers teach and students learn.
We look forward to showcasing many of their innovative products and services at next year’s expo.” Quotes attributable to Acting Minister for Jobs and Tourism David Harris: “NSW is a leading hub for education technology, employing 7,300 people and generating $1.4 billion annually, which accounts for 39 percent of Australia’s EdTech revenue.
“Securing the EduTECH Congress and Expo for the next three years is a significant achievement, expected to inject $24 million into the NSW economy. “Business events like these not only develop the sector but also boost revenue for businesses across the visitor economy.” Quotes attributable to BESydney CEO Lyn Lewis-Smith: “The anchoring of the EduTECH Congress and Expo with the NSW EdTech Summit in Sydney for the next three years will drive innovation and productivity outcomes for years to come.
“The need to skill, reskill, and upskill our future workforce is crucial for our nation’s economic transition. “Sydney, as a digital innovation leader in the education sector, is the perfect location to showcase our state’s brightest minds and achievements, attract more students to our excellent institutions, and foster local and APAC collaboration opportunities.” Quotes attributable to EduTECH Project Director Arron Penman: “We’re thrilled to bring the EduTECH Congress and Expo back to Sydney as the anchor event for the NSW EdTech Summit.
“This unique and exciting platform fosters collaboration and innovation, positioning NSW as a global leader in education technology.”.
