Why Should You attend the 2023 Australian Coatings Show?
Experience the benefits of
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Networking
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Meeting manufacturers of raw materials
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Meeting manufacturers of paints/ epoxies / adhesive
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People who attend the conference are not only from Aust & NZ , we also have other attendees from other countries who attend
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Potentially supplying some of your chemicals
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Understanding the Australian dynamics and landscape of the opportunities here in Australia
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Trends in the Australian market
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Potentially promoting your coatings and paints into Aust & NZ industry
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Amazing speakers who talk about next generation chemistry
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REGISTRATION
Only a Couple of Days to Go
Last Minute Registration? please contact registrations@australian-coatings-show.com.au
REGISTRATION FOR GOLF AND/OR BOWLS
Use our secure online registration system via the button below
PROGRAMME
AUSTRALIAN COATINGS SHOW 2023 IMPORTANT TIMES
Registration Desk/ Secretariat |
Wednesday 24 May 4:00pm – 6:00pmThursday 25th May 7:00am - 4:30pmFriday 26th May 8:00am - 3:30pm |
SCAA National Ambrose ChampionshipSandhurst Golf Club |
Wednesday 24 May |
SCAA Lawn Bowls EventHeidelberg Bowls Club |
Wednesday 24 May |
SCAA AGM and Conference Opening |
Commences 9:00am Thursday 25 May |
ACS Exhibition |
Commences 10:30am Thursday 25 May |
Conference Lunches |
12:30pm to 1:30pm Thursday and Friday |
Conference Breakfast |
8:15am Thursday (Lecture Theatre) |
Exhibition Breakfast |
8:30am Friday - ( Stand-up) Exhibition Space |
Welcome Function |
Wednesday 24 May 6:00pm |
Official Conference DinnerPre-DinnerDinnerPost-Dinner event |
Thursday 25 May from 6:00pmDinner at 7:00pm |
Women in Coatings Breakfast |
Friday 26 May 7:00amby invitation only |
Young Chemist’s Cocktail Party |
Thursday 25 May 6:00pmby invitation only |
Closing Function |
Friday 26 MayAt the conclusion of the conference approx 5:00pm |
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Technical Programme
| Start Time | End Time | Thursday 25th May 2023 | |
| 9:00 | 10:00 | SCAA AGM, Presidents Address & Award Presentations | |
| 10:00 | 10:30 | Keynote Address @ David Hawkins BASF |
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| 11:00 | 11:45 | (Lou Cash Memorial Lecture) Ming Chiu @ DewPoint |
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| 11:45 | 12:30 | Phil Barker @ University of Wollongong |
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| 1:30 | 2:15 | Kevin Roden @ Arxada | Josephine Mak $ Synthomer |
| 2:15 | 3:00 | Rafael Diem @$ Buhler Group | Dr Paul White @ RMIT |
| 3:30 | 4:15 | Tina Leyh & Jörg Wollschläger Munzing *$ | Shehani Nanayakkara @ BASF Australia |
| 4:15 | 5:00 | Andre van Linden * Akzo Nobel | Stephen Bailey @ A&I Coatings |
| Start Time | End Time | Friday 26th May 2023 | |
| 9:00 | 9:45 | Chung Teck Lim @ Nouryon | Anhely Millan @ Innovation for Future |
| 9:45 | 10:30 | Derek Tan @ Nouryon | Mei Ling Liew @Synthomer |
| 11:00 | 11:45 | Kim Baker @ Paintspection | Bodan Ma @ ICL Group |
| 11:45 | 12:30 | David McCoy @ TZMI | Ian Clark @ Paintspection |
| 1:30 | 2:15 | John Keramidas @$ Tri-Tech Chemicals | Dr Ashish Kumar @ Anton-Paar |
| 2:15 | 3:00 | Florian Feil * Atlas Material Testing | Troy Dougherty @ Nuenz |
| 3:30 | 4:15 | Closing Address | |
| Key to Speakers: @: In Person *: Webinar $: Paid Commercial Spot Updated 13/5/23 |
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SOCIAL
Entertainer Announced
Cam has a passion and enthusiasm for music that is contagious. His general versatility and clever wit ensure a special […]
Entertainer Announced
The Coatings Show is excited to announce Dave O’Neil will provide entertainment at the Welcome Function. Dave O’Neil has been […]
While in Melbourne
Operating since the 1870s, the Queen Victoria Market is one of Melbourne’s biggest landmarks and is a paradise for shoppers. […]
The Conference Dinner
The Social event of the conference – the Official Dinner starts on the evening of the 25th May
SCAA Lawn Bowls Event – March 31 Update
If you are jack of golf days, come to the Heidelberg Bowls Club of Wednesday 24th of May before the […]
SCAA National Ambrose Championship – March 31 Update
Before the conference, tee up some down time with your fellow delegates. The SCAA National Ambrose Championship is being held […]
SPEAKERS
Tri-Tech Chemical Company; creating responsible solutions for a better tomorrow
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Sustainability with Heavy-Metal-Free Corrosion Inhibitors
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SPONSORS
SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITION PACKAGES NOW AVAILABLE
Want to join the sponsors of this event?
Want to exhibit at this event?
Click on the image (above) to download the Sponsorship Prospectus
then Click on a button below to email Garry Cooper. Add your details in the email
GOLD SPONSORS
SILVER SPONSORS
VALUE SPONSORS
EXHIBITION
| Exhibitors | |
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| Anton Paar Australia | Santint Australia |
| ARC CoE in Exciton Science (University of Melbourne) | SCAA Technical Education |
| Australasian Solvents & Chemicals Co | Schuetz Australia |
| Bisley & Company | Tri-Tech Chemical Co. |
| Dow | Umicore MS Australia |
| Onslow Engineering | Wacker Chemicals Australia |
| Polymers Pty Ltd. | |
SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITION PACKAGES NOW AVAILABLE
Want to exhibit at this event?
Click on a button below to email Garry Cooper. Add your details in the email
ACCOMODATION
The Pullman Albert Park
65 Queens Rd, Albert Park VIC 3004
Pullman Albert Park has been chosen as the location for the conference. Located in the bay side suburb of Albert Park, The Pullman offers accommodation, a variety of conference facilities and fine food with an accredited Covid19 safety plan.
ROOM ALLOCATION
Rooms at both the Mercure and the Pullman are being held by the hotel but will begin being released by the hotel 20/2/2023 so registrants are encouraged to book their room early.
Reservation requests received after the cut-off date will be based on availability at the hotel’s prevailing rates so registrants are encouraged to book their room early to ensure they can access the conference rate and conditions
HOW TO BOOK
Bookings for all Pullman and Mercure options can be made via the button below
ROOM RATES
Room Rates are for 1-2 People
| Pullman Classic Guest Room | $220 Room Only, per night |
| Mercure Standard Guest Room | $180 Room Only, per night |
Buffet Breakfast
$25 per person, per day and must be booked at time of reservation. Breakfasts booked on site are charged at $38 per person
NOTE: Breakfast is also provided by the Conference on both days. Thursday at 8:15am in the Lecture Theatre and a stand-up event in the Exhibition Space 8:00am Friday
Guest Room Rates:
- Rates are based on single and/or twin occupancy
- The above rates are quoted on a per room, per night basis, and include 10% Goods and Services Tax (GST). All room rates quoted are subject to adjustment without prior notice in line with any changes in government policy.
- The above rate is valid for pre or post stays of up to 2 days (subject to availability)
- All credit card payments are subject to a 1.1% surcharge
Inclusions:
- Guestroom rate includes Free breakfast and Wi-Fi
BOOKING NOTES
- Rooms are subject to availability and once the standard room type is sold, charges apply for upgraded room types
Check-In & Check-Out:
- Check-in time from 2:00pm hours and check-out time is 11.00 am
- Early check-in and late check-out is subject to availability and a surcharge may apply
How to Book
Book your Accommodation at the Pullman or the Mercure with the button below
ALTERNATE ACCOMODATION
The Conference Organisers have not organised alternate accommodation but other hotels and motels of varying price ranges are available nearby.
INFORMATION
Location and Climate
The Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park is ideally located on Queens Road overlooking Albert Park Lake and the renowned Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix track. The hotel is in close proximity to the Melbourne CBD and vibrant St Kilda giving guests access to an array of dining and leisure options. The Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park is also one of Melbourne's largest conference and events centres, featuring 31 function rooms catering for up to 1600 guests.
The Time Zone for Melbourne at the time of the conference is Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) (ZE+10)
Phone Area Code is 03 in Australia or +613 for international calls.
Melbourne has a reputation for its changeable weather. In May the average daily maximum temperature is around 17°C and the average nightly minimum temperature is around 10°C. A tip for any visitor is to be prepared for anything – take an umbrella and wear layers that can be worn or removed as needed.
Clothing and Dress
Dress Standard for the conference is Smart Casual while the Official Conference dinner is Semi-Formal
Conference Prices
Full Time Registration
Thursday 25 May & Friday 26 May
Includes Thursday, Friday lunches, morning and afternoon teas, Welcome Function and Official dinner
| Early Bird - Register before 13/4/2023 | $990 |
| Standard Member - Register after 13/4/2023 | $1200 |
| Retired Member | $440 |
| Non Member | $1550 |
| Speaker Registration (When attending full time) | $550 |
Part Time Registration
Thursday 25 May Or Friday 26 May
price includes Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea on the day
SCAA Member Rate
| Thursday | $450 |
| Friday | $450 |
SCAA Non-Member Rate
| Thursday | $660 |
| Friday | $660 |
Other
Social and Partners
| Wednesday Welcome Function | $140 |
| Thursday Night Gala Dinner | $200 |
Terms and Conditions
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
Cancellations must be notified in writing to the Conference registration address.
Cancellations received:
On or before 30/3/2023 will incur a $100 cancellation fee
After 30/3/2023 will receive 50% refund of registration fee
There will be no refund for cancellations after 1/5/2023
INSURANCE
The Conference Organisers shall not be held liable for personal accidents or losses or damage to private property of registered delegates. It is recommended that at the time of registration you take out appropriate insurance to cover any such losses as well as loss of fees, deposits, airfares etc through cancellation or any other cause. In the event of industrial disruptions, the Conference Organisers cannot be held responsible for any losses incurred by delegates. The Conference Organisers accept no responsibility for any claims concerning health or travel insurance.
Our conference is being held on the lands of the Bunurong people and we wish to acknowledge them as Traditional Owners.
We would also like to pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, and Aboriginal Elders of other communities who may be attending.
Contact Us
Contact us via email:
Speakers & Papers | technical@australian-coatings-show.com.au |
Sponsorship | sponsorship@australian-coatings-show.com.au |
Exhibition | sponsorship@australian-coatings-show.com.au |
Registrations | registrations@australian-coatings-show.com.au |
Promotions | promotions@australian-coatings-show.com.au |
Chairman | chairman@australian-coatings-show.com.au |
Breaking News and Updates
Parking
Please be advised that Delegate Parking at the Conference is available at the discounted rate of $18 per day.
See the Registration Desk at the Australian Coatings Show to redeem.
Charity Auction after the Official Conference Dinner
Support Melbourne's Royal Children's Hospital by bidding on our array of Donated Items in the Inaugural Charity Auction.
AFL and Entertainment Memorabilia, Wines, Homewares and a Cruise of the Murray River with music icon Russell Morris.
Click here for the Current List of items