The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) is set to cement its status as the number one business event in the Asia Pacific region with a blockbuster 2025 event.
Held in Australia at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) in February, AIME 2025 will have an expanded footprint accommodating more than 600 exhibitors, 650 hosted buyers and the 20,000 meetings that are set to take place on the show floor.
AIME connects international and local buyers with world-class exhibitors from Asia Pacific and around the world.
Meet face-to-face with exhibitors, including convention bureaux, convention centres, hotels and resorts, unique venues, event technology companies, production and AV companies, Destination Management Companies (DMCs), airlines, cruise companies, and event suppliers from across Australia and beyond.
There will be more than 200 new exhibitors attending AIME 2025, along with two new international pavilions, Singapore and Thailand, joining more than 25 countries represented at the event.
Dedicated zones, including The Boutique and DMC Network, will showcase bespoke and highly customisable experiences, including wineries, distilleries, and intimate, design-led luxury venues.
Kicking off the first day of AIME, the Knowledge Program features two incredible speakers who will deliver keynote addresses that are guaranteed to spark interest, stir debate and engage all areas of the events industry.
Former CTO of Lonely Planet, Gus Balbontin is an executive, founder and investor with a deep understanding of disruption and business transformation. With a focus on using the latest technology advancements to solve customer problems, Balbontin will deliver one of the two keynotes.
Joining him is Dr Kristy Goodwin, a renowned neuro-performance scientist.
Through cutting-edge science and neurotechnology, Dr Goodwin equips high-achievers with the tools to lead, live, and work more effectively in today’s digitally demanding environment.
Following these keynote presentations, the Knowledge Program continues with insightful breakout sessions, equipping delegates with fresh perspectives and actionable strategies for success in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Attendees can choose from 20 breakout presentations across two 60-minute sessions, tailored to develop skills in four key categories: Upskilling, Workplace Management, Industry Matters, and Self-Leadership.
Topics range from the impact of consumer experience on event outcomes, to maximising AI-Human synergy and safeguarding creativity in the digital era.
The AIME 2025 Knowledge Program is attended by Hosted Buyers, Media, Exhibitors and Visitor Buyers who upgrade their ticket, but opportunities for education and inspiration continue for all attendees on the following days of AIME, with the Ideas Academy presented by Spice.
The Ideas Academy is an intimate space providing visitors access to short, thought-provoking panel discussions and sessions. Ideas Academy sessions will run continuously on Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 February and are free for all attendees.
As always, the hugely anticipated AIME Welcome Event will be another highlight of the three-day show. Like the Knowledge Program, this exclusive evening is open to Visitor Buyers who elevate their experience by upgrading their ticket.
More details on the not-to-be-missed Welcome Event will be announced soon.
AIME 2025 will run 10 –12 February 2025 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
For more information and to register to attend, visit aime.com.au
