Two new major partners have joined this year’s Bulk Handling Technical Conference and Expo
BULK2026 continues to shape up as an exciting showcase for the bulk handling industry.
International Cargo Handling Co-ordination Association (ICHCA) Australia has joined the event as an official industry partner, as has Australian Bulk Storage & Handling Association (ASBSH).
Through this partnership, ASBSH will oversee the development of the technical conference program, bringing deep industry expertise and specialist insight to the agenda.
The conference, curated by senior experts from ASBSH, will present the latest research, real-world case studies, and emerging industrial innovations shaping the future of bulk materials handling.
This technical forum will attract engineers, researchers, consultants, and global specialists, reinforcing Bulk Expo’s position as a leading destination for industry knowledge, innovation, and professional exchange.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Bulk Expo again to shape the technical program,” ASBSH director Mark Jones says.
“This collaboration brings fresh research, practical insights, and innovations from industry and academia to Australia’s bulk-handling professionals, showcasing real-world solutions and fostering idea exchange.
“Bulk Expo remains a vital meeting point, and we look forward to delivering a program that drives smarter design, stronger technical knowledge, and better outcomes across the sector.
“Some of the key conference themes include material-handling challenges, storage and handling, conveying, environmental considerations, transportation, modelling and simulation as well as dust monitoring and control.”
The event’s partnership with ICHCA reinforces BULK2026’s commitment to driving safer, more efficient and future-focused outcomes across the bulk solids handling sector.
Its membership base spans individuals, operators, businesses and industry leaders across freight movement, logistics and cargo operations, all aligned under a common goal: raising safety benchmarks and strengthening industry capability.
ICHCA’s involvement brings additional depth to BULK2026, particularly around safe operations, evolving regulations, and global best practice.
“ICHCA is an independent, not-for-profit organisation, dedicated to improving cargo safety handling and movement worldwide, and we’re thrilled to be joining BULK2026 as an industry partner,” ICHCA chair Scott McKay says.
“The event brings the entire bulk handling community together, creating space for conversations that strengthen cargo safety across the sector.
“We’re proud to support an initiative that encourages collaboration and practical innovation.”
Prime Creative Media events general manager Siobhan Rocks is excited by both partnerships and what they will bring to the event.
“BULK2026 is all about bringing together the organisations and specialists shaping the future of bulk handling. Having ICHCA Australia join us strengthens that mission,” she says.
“ICHCA’s presence builds even more value for exhibitors and delegates looking to stay ahead of safety expectations, operational challenges and global trends.
“It enhances our ability to connect innovation with practical, real-world application across the entire bulk handling ecosystem.
“Partnering with ASBSH allows Bulk Expo to deliver a conference program that is truly relevant and valuable to the industry.
“The association’s deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within bulk storage and handling will ensure delegates walk away with actionable insights and strategies to improve operations, efficiency, and safety.”
Bulk Expo 2026 returns to Melbourne on September 16-17 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, bringing together suppliers, operators, and decision makers from across Australia.
Attendees can expect a dynamic mix of exhibition, networking, and conference sessions designed to showcase the future of bulk materials handling.
To get involved with BULK2026, visit https://bulkhandlingexpo.com.au/