Sydney Cloud & Datacenter Convention 2026

ATTENDEES

1100

+

Industry Attendees*

48

%

Senior Management*

30

%

C-Level Attendees*

60

+

Sponsors/Exhibitors

35

+

Expert Speakers

Event Venue

16 September 2026

01.00 PM - 06.00 PM

17 September 2026

08.00 AM - 06.30 PM

ICC Sydney, Exhibition Centre, Hall 4

Event Brief

The Sydney Cloud & Datacentre Convention 2026 returns bigger, bolder and more future-focused than ever before. As AI adoption accelerates and cloud demand surges across industries, the need for resilient, scalable and sustainable digital infrastructure has never been greater. Over two dynamic days, this landmark gathering will unite data center operators, cloud providers, hyperscalers, investors, engineers, technology innovators and enterprise leaders to explore the technologies, strategies and partnerships powering the next era of digital growth.
This year's expanded edition introduces four concurrent tracks, offering deeper insights and specialized discussions across the entire digital infrastructure ecosystem.

Track 1) Data Center Stage - Explore the future of data center design, construction, sustainability, energy strategy and operational excellence as facilities scale to meet the AI and high-density compute boom.
Track 2) Cloud & AI Stage - Dive into the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure - from AI-ready architectures and GPU clusters to cloud transformation, automation and next-generation compute platforms.
Track 3) Interconnect World Stage - A dedicated half day forum for the networks and connectivity powering the digital economy, featuring discussions on subsea cables, IXPs, fibre infrastructure, edge connectivity, and the growing importance of interconnection ecosystems.
Track 4) Masterclasses - Exclusive deep-dive sessions led by industry experts, offering practical insights, technical learning and strategic frameworks for professionals looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

The convention will kick off in the afternoon of 16 September, setting the stage with high-impact keynote discussions, panels and networking opportunities, and continue through a full day of thought leadership, panels, and masterclasses on 17 September, culminating in an evening close. With expanded content, deeper technical conversations and unmatched networking opportunities, the Sydney Cloud & Datacenter Convention 2026 is where the region's digital infrastructure leaders come together to connect, collaborate and shape the future of cloud, AI and data centres.

Event Agenda
1:00 PM-1:55 PM
Registration Desk

Registration

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1:55 PM-2:00 PM

Welcome Address

2:00 PM-2:20 PM

Opening Keynote: The Race for AI Capacity: Are Data Centres Truly Ready for the Next Wave?

2:20 PM-2:50 PM

International Keynote: From Hyperscale to Hyper-Density: How AI is Redefining Data Centre Design & Operations

2:50 PM-3:10 PM

Sponsor Keynote: Powering the AI Revolution: Can Energy Infrastructure Keep Up?

3:10 PM-3:30 PM

Sponsor Keynote: Engineering for Extreme Density: The Rise of 100kW Racks

3:30 PM-4:00 PM

Afternoon Break

4:00 PM-4:40 PM

Panel: AI Factory Project Spotlights: Real-World Case Studies from Hyperscale Projects

4:40 PM-5:20 PM

Panel: The AI Infrastructure Bottlenecks: Power, Land, Talent & Supply Chain

9:00 AM-9:20 AM

Opening Keynote: The Future of Data Centres in Australia: Growth, Power & The Path Forward

9:20 AM-9:50 AM

International Keynote: From Land to Live: Accelerating Data Centre Development in a Competitive Market

9:50 AM-10:10 AM

Sponsor Keynote: Engineering the Next Generation Data Centre: Balancing Performance, Efficiency and Sustainability

10:10 AM-10:30 AM

Sponsor Keynote: From Investment to Operations: Building the Data Centre Ecosystem for the AI Era

10:30 AM-11:00 AM

Morning Break

11:00 AM-11:20 AM

Fire-Side Chat: The Data Centre CEO Outlook: Scaling Infrastructure for the AI Era

11:20 AM-11:40 AM

Sponsor Keynote: Striving for Optimum Operational Excellence in Modern Data Centres

11:40 AM-12:00 PM

Sponsor Keynote: Cooling the AI Boom: Liquid Cooling, Immersion & Next-Gen Thermal Strategies

12:00 PM-12:40 PM

Panel: From Concept to Commissioning: Overcoming Data Centre Design & Build Constraints

12:40 PM-1:00 PM

Sponsor Keynote: The Data Centre Supply Chain Crisis: What Needs to Change?

1:00 PM-2:15 PM

Lunch

2:15 PM-2:35 PM

Principal Keynote: Best Practices in Sustainability in Data Centers

2:35 PM-3:15 PM

Panel: The Data Centre Water Challenge: Cooling the Cloud without Draining the Planet

3:15 PM-3:35 PM

International Case Study: Successful Water-Positive Data Centre Strategies

3:35 PM-4:05 PM

Afternoon Break

4:05 PM-4:45 PM

Panel: The Power, Water & Carbon Debate: Solving the Sustainability Trilemma for Data Centres

4:45 PM-5:25 PM

Closing Panel: Building the Data Centre of 2030: Architecture, Power & AI-Driven Infrastructure

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