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IPWEA International Asset Management Summit

 22 - 23 October 2026         Rydges Melbourne


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About IAM Summit

IPWEA’s International Asset Management Summit 2026 will bring together leading professionals, decision-makers, and innovators from across Australasia to explore the future of asset management. Hosted by IPWEA, this two-day event is designed to address the challenges and opportunities facing our sector as we build sustainable, resilient, and technology-driven infrastructure for communities.


Theme: Advancing Asset Management: From Practice to Performance

The International Asset Management Summit will be hosted in Melbourne which means delegates will experience not only a world-class event, but also one of the most dynamic and liveable cities in the world. Known for its rich cultural diversity, thriving arts scene, and renowned sporting events, Melbourne offers an inspiring backdrop for professional connection and exchange.

Costa Georgiadis

Costa Georgiadis


Environmental Educator, Television Presenter and Author

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If we’re going to build for the future, we need to think plan and act differently today. I’m looking forward to the IPWEA International Asset Management Summit, where we’ll dig into sustainable, nature-positive approaches.

Theme: Advancing Asset Management: From Practice to Performance

Abstract Topics:

Capability and workforce development

Digital transformation and data-driven decision-making

Sustainable and resilient asset management

Governance, policy, and strategic planning

Emerging markets and global collaboration

Case Studies: Lessons from the Field

Technology, AI, and Asset Intelligence

Cross-sector and cross-cultural capacity building

2024 IPWEA International Asset Management Congress Communique

 

Over 260 delegates from Australia, New Zealand, and further abroad, gathered in Canberra between the 28th and 29th November to attend the 2024 IPWEA International Asset Management Congress. The Congress theme was ‘Continuing the Journey to Excellence in Infrastructure Asset Management’. To shape the future of Infrastructure Asset Management, delegates reflected on the previous Communique and the recently revised IPWEA White Paper on ‘Best practice asset management of essential public infrastructure’.

Based on the valuable feedback from Congress delegates, the recommendations are now finalised in the 2024 Congress Communique.

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Ben Clark

Ben Clark 

President, IPWEA Australasia

The 2026 IPWEA International Asset Management Summit will showcase world-class and innovative Asset Management practices. This premier event is a world-leading opportunity to meet and learn from global experts, sector leaders and to share experiences with peers. The Summit will generate important discussion and leadership outcomes for the future of infrastructure Asset Management.
Infrastructure asset management and the need for a whole-system approach to asset contribution is vital in ensuring our assets, communities and places are resilient.

Adam Copp |  Infrastructure Australia Chief Executive Officer

Adam Copp

Attracting a Diverse Audience

The IPWEA International Asset Management Summit attracts a diverse and engaged audience, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, practitioners, and emerging professionals from across Australia and around the globe.

 

  • Engineers
  • Asset Managers/Asset Management Practitioners
  • Supervisors
  • Technical Staff
  • Councillors
  • Works Officers
  • Management
  • State Government Departments
  • Trades Groups
  • Contractors
  • Consulting Engineers
  • Senior Managers
  • CEO's & General Managers
  • Elected Members
  • Finance Professionals
  • Principal Consultants
  • And more
Melbourne City

Thank You to Our 2026 Major Sponsors