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Registrations are open. Special Discounts Available!

Now in its 6th year, MobileTECH is the only event of its type to bring together the technology leaders from right across the agricultural, horticultural and forestry sectors under one roof.

This is a place where technology leaders, developers, engineers, entrepreneurs, innovators and the next generation can connect, learn, discuss, showcase and partner with the latest technologies and technology developers impacting the sector.

Well over 300 delegates attended MobileTECH 2017 from throughout New Zealand and Australia – a real who’s who of primary industry and technology leaders. The event highlighted disruptive innovations, how the sector is embracing this change and where to capitalise on the business opportunities.

Over 41 speakers covered a wide range of topics, including; the rise of the agritech community; the early adoption of the Internet of Things in farms; the use of online livestock trading platforms; data aggregation dashboards and NZ's first ever satellite launch.

MobileTeCH 2017 reinforced how technology is delivered a massive step change in how our agriculture, horticulture and forestry sectors operate.

The theme is INNOVATION THROUGH SMART DATA

In the past, innovations in hardware and machines were the main productivity drivers. Now business data and decision making software are the catalysts for completely new technologies and growth in the primary sector.

The digital evolution provides an exciting opportunity for the sector. However, one of the key challenges the industry faces is how to turn the increasing streams of field data into smart data that enables smart business decisions.

MobileTECH 2018, through a wide range of local and international speakers, will focus on what’s now and upcoming in analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning and automation.

If machine learning can do better than doctors at visual diagnosis for lung cancer, imagine the possibilities for the primary sector!

• Early Adopters Panel: The panel brings together farmers, horticulturalists and foresters to discuss how they are integrating technology within their businesses.
• TECH Talks: MobileTECH hosts a number of lightning talks which give innovators a platform to pitch their ideas, technologies and services direct to the industry.
• Meet the Future Leaders Panel: The brightest young stars from across the primary sector give their vision on the type of technologies they see powering their future.

This event continues to innovate and provide an important platform for mobile technologies designed to increase productivity, streamline operations and build growth for the primary industry businesses.

MobileTECH offers a tremendous opportunity for companies involved in technology and development to maximize their exposure to New Zealand’s primary industries. Be part of another major technology event helping to reshape the future of this sector.

Exhibition spaces are always at a premium and we have a well-deserved reputation of providing both sponsors and exhibitors with a unique platform for promoting their products and services to the industry. For a full range of sponsorship options and benefits please contact Gordon Thomson, Sponsorship Manager, (+64) 7 921 1384 or gordon.thomson@connexevents.com.

390 Fenton Street, Rotorua, New Zealand

With its beautiful garden setting and located just minutes from the city centre, Distinction Rotorua Hotel is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a big day at the conference. After the event, this hotel is also a great base to enjoy the wealth of attractions and activities Rotorua has to offer.

Free car parking is available at the venue, however hotel guests take priority.

The following special accommodation rates are available:

• $170 (incl GST) - Superior room rate
• $190 (incl GST) - Deluxe room rate
• $250 (incl GST) - Hotel suites rate

Please note that rooms at this rate are limited, so best to book early to avoid missing out. 

For further information about the hotel can be found on their website www.distinctionhotelsrotorua.co.nz.

CONNEX: Event Innovators, a division of Innovatek Ltd, has over the last decade delivered an extensive array of over 150 premier conferences, workshops, seminars, managed exhibitions, trade shows and other events throughout New Zealand and Australia.

With a strong background in the forestry industry, its key focus is on delivering technology transfer events for New Zealand and Australia’s primary industries.

The objective is to improve the performance, productive capability and profitability of local businesses throughout these sectors. For more information on CONNEX: Event Innovators or the services being supplied, see www.connexevents.com or www.innovatek.co.nz.

Contact Details

  (+64) 7 921 1382
  1800 126 398 (from Australia)

Rotorua Office

CONNEX: Event Innovators
Building X91, Sala Street, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
PO Box 1230, Rotorua 3040, New Zealand
Ph (+64) 7 921 1382

Dunedin Office

CONNEX: Event Innovators
c/o Distinction Dunedin Hotel, 6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
PO Box 904, Dunedin 9054, New Zealand
Ph (+64) 3 470 1902

CONNEX: Event Innovators is a division of Innovatek