The annual ACAPMA conference, is where the fuel industry comes together to learn, network, plan and celebrate
The ACAPMA Conference, (which has also been known as the, APFIF, the Asia Pacific Fuel Industry Forum) is the flagship event for the fuel retail, distribution and contracting industry across ANZ and the Asia Pacific.
The Conference has a focus on sharing knowledge and expertise across the region, as well as creating the opportunity for the supply of products and services. Information, quality speakers and thought leadership are the key deliverables of the event, wrapped in social and networking events that foster the renewal of bonds and facilitate the deepening of networks.
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The ACAPMA Conference 2027 will be held in Brisbane 20-22 September 2027, at The Star Brisbane.
Early Bird Discounted Tickets will be released soon…save the date now.
For more information reach out to events@acapma.com.au .
SPEAKERS
The ACAPMA Conference is known for delivering insights from industry and external thought leaders.
Each year the speakers selected deliver the knowledge dividend the event is prized for.
In 2027 delegates will hear Keynotes from fuel industry titans, transport industry leaders, international political advisers as well as industry commentators and thought leaders.
…speakers to be announced soon.
EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Each year the ACAPMA Fuel & Convenience Awards recognise excellence within the Australian fuel and convenience industry.
AWARD CATEGORIES
With industry segment and support categories including;
- Retailer of the Year Award
- Distributor of the Year Award
- Supplier of the Year Award
The ACAPMA Awards are independently judged and awarded by a panel of expert judges that are 100% external to the industry. A truly arms length process that ensures awards based on the merits of the applications without industry bias.
When reviewing the applications, the judges provide an aggregates score based on weighted criteria in each segment; Criteria 1 - Excellence in compliance (30%), Criteria 2 - Health and Safety in the workplace (40%), Criteria 3 - Innovation (20%), Criteria 4 - Sustainability (10%).
In addition to the industry segment excellence awards, the ACAPMA Awards include the coveted Marg Taylor Memorial Award for Community Spirit.
The Marg Taylor Community Spirit Award is designed to recognize fuel businesses that have demonstrated exceptional leadership and contribution to the local communities in which they operate. They don’t make a fuss about what they do, but they quietly work in the background to support community organisations, sporting clubs and charitable works within their local communities. Others demonstrate exceptional tenacity and resilience in supporting their communities during natural disasters by being “last to close and first to open”.
The Award is named in memory of ACAPMA/APADA employee Ms Margaret Taylor, fondly remembered as “Marg”.
Marg Taylor served, guided, protected and defended the APADA and ACAPMA members for over 35 years (from 1979 to 2014). An expert with a sharp wit, a fast laugh and a passion for her beloved Sydney Swans, Marg was the midwife of the Association (though she hated when she was called that) and was instrumental in the industry shaping Laidley dispute that shaped the operation of employment and trade practices law in this country. Marg passed away in December 2022.
AWARDS ELIGIBILITY AND BENEFITS
The ACAPMA Fuel & Convenience Awards are open to all fuel industry participants and suppliers. There is no requirement for the Award applicant to be an ACAPMA Member.
All Finalists for each category will be provided with two free tickets to the ACAPMA Gala Awards Dinner.
AWARDS TIMELINE
- Applications available NOW
- Application Submission Window OPEN 1 March 2027
- Application Submission Window CLOSE 30 June 2027
- Finalists announced 2 August 2027
- Winners announced 22 September 2027 at the ACAPMA Conference Gala Awards Dinner
APPLICATIONS
The ACAPMA Fuel and Convenience Awards Applications can be submitted from March 2027. Please see below for links to the Applications forms. Please direct enquiries to events@acapma.com.au
ASSISTANCE
The ACAPMA Fuel and Convenience Awards judging is undertaken by external judges and all administrative functions are undertaken by an external consulting body. ACAPMA can provide simple direction to interested parties and/or refer enquiries to the external administrator for action. Please direct enquiries to events@acapma.com.au
VENUE
The Star Brisbane will be the location for the 2027 ACAPMA Conference. All conference sessions, expo and social events will occur on the grounds of The Star Brisbane.
Rising on the banks of the Brisbane River The Star Brisbane is a destination unlike no other. Nestled at the heart of the multi-billion-dollar Queen’s Wharf precinct visitors can expect exciting restaurants, bars, world-class shopping and luxurious hotels, not to mention stunning rooftop venues with spectacular views, striking event spaces and riverside parklands for everyone to enjoy.
The Star Brisbane boasts a variety of accommodation options available.
Venue:
33 William St,
Brisbane City QLD 4000
(07) 3306 8885
https://www.star.com.au/brisbane
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
The ACAPMA Conference is supported by engaged Sponsors and Exhibitors.
The 2027 Conference Prospectus will be available to interested stakeholders soon.
All sponsorship and exhibition enquiries can be directed to events@acapma.com.au