The SMCBA Electronics Design and Manufacture Conference is returning to Sydney in June 2026!
Tues June 2 to Wednesday June 3, 2026
Rydges Parramatta, Sydney
Now in its 37th year, the SMCBA Conference continues to play a vital role in supporting Australia’s electronics manufacturing sector, bringing together industry leaders, engineers, innovators and policymakers for meaningful engagement and collaboration at the Rydges Parramatta, Sydney.
Attendees can expect:
• A practical forum focused on knowledge-sharing rather than promotion
• In-depth discussion of current technical challenges and emerging manufacturing solutions
• Insights into broader industry shifts, including supply chain pressures and increasing design complexity
• Contributions from subject matter experts across technology, manufacturing capability and customer expectations
• Opportunities to engage with peers across industry, research and government in a collaborative setting
The 2026 symposium will place particular emphasis on the structural changes needed to strengthen Australia’s sovereign electronics manufacturing capability. With a focus on coordination between industry and government, the program will explore how policy, investment and innovation can collectively support long-term sector growth.
A key outcome of the event will be the development of an “Agenda for Achievement”; a collaboratively produced document capturing industry priorities and recommendations, to be submitted to federal and state governments as part of ongoing policy dialogue.
In Conjunction with
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2026 Preliminary Schedule
Tuesday 2 June
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Chris TurnerPrincipal DFT Consultant - Redback Test Services Designing for Scale: Practical Strategies to Remove Manufacturing Bottlenecks
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Edoardo AuteriHead of Sustainability Programs for APeC at STMicroelectronics Sustainability in the Semiconductor Industry
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Eren ArgunTerritory Manager - ONBoard Solutions Challenges in PCBA Cleaning & Coatings
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Praveen RaoHead of Sustainabili CEO and Technical Director - C-PRAV Group, C-PRAV Labs and Certifications Standards Regulations Testing Certifications – A product’s journey
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Wednesday 3 June
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Chris TurnerPrincipal DFT Consultant - Redback Test Services Closing the Loop (Fast!): Practical SMT Process Control Using Real-Time Test Feedback
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Matt Wild/ Stella MavridisFutureElectronics (WT Group Australia) Supply Chain Update |
Hillary NaishManufacturing Industry Skills Alliance Qualifications Reform Update |
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IPC and SMCBA are thrilled to again bring you the Australian Round of the IPC Hand Soldering Competition!
The winner will be the best combination of quality, time and safety - and will have the opportunity to compete in the international final!
Places are strictly limited and application is necessary.
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In Conjunction with Electronex 2026 - A Sell-Out Show!!
Electronex is Australia’s leading dedicated expo and conference for the electronics industry, returning to Sydney in 2026 at the Rosehill Gardens Event Centre.
The event brings together designers, engineers, manufacturers, technicians and industry leaders to explore the latest developments in electronics design, production and integration. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with experts, compare cutting-edge technologies, and gain insight into solutions supporting the future of advanced manufacturing.
Covering a broad range of sectors including components, embedded systems, PCB design, test and measurement, automation, IoT and advanced manufacturing, Electronex provides a comprehensive showcase of the technologies shaping modern industry and strengthening Australia’s industrial capability.
Importantly, Electronex is located directly across the road from the SMCBA Conference venue, enabling convenient access for attendees participating in both events and providing a seamless opportunity to engage across the full conference and exhibition program.
