Australia’s largest exhibition for the air conditioning, refrigeration and building services industry, ARBS 2026, is calling for stand bookings and abstract submissions.
The event returns to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 5-7 May 2026, and will host more than 300 exhibitors, 50 seminars and attract over 10,000 industry professionals from across Australia and beyond.
Exhibitors include small, medium and large local, national, international and multi-national manufacturers, importers, wholesalers, distributors and agents
ARBS 2026 provides a platform for the entire industry to showcase innovations and source the latest products and services.
Since 1998, it has been the go-to destination for the entire HVAC&R and building services sectors, connecting contractors, engineers, facility managers, manufacturers, suppliers, industry leaders and policy makers under one roof.
“ARBS is the must-attend event for our industry, it’s where business, innovation and knowledge converge,” ARBS Exhibitions CEO Amanda Searle says.
ARBS 2026 will deliver a comprehensive seminar program featuring presentations, panel discussions and keynote addresses from leading experts.
The seminars run across all three days of ARBS and are a key component of the exhibition, providing leading-edge education and networking for HVAC&R and building services trade and professionals.
The call for abstract submissions closes on 30 October 2025.
Presentations are invited on topics including, but not limited to:
– Electrification and heat pump technology
– Carbon capture, net zero and energy innovation
– Compliance, safety and regulations
– Building technology with social, environmental or operational impact
Alongside the exhibition, ARBS 2026 will feature a series of insight tours, site visits, networking events and the ARBS Industry Awards, recognising excellence across the industry.
Secure your place at ARBS 2026 today. Find out more at arbs.com.au.
