We are proud to report that the Pacific Infrastructure Conference 2025 set a new benchmark for Pacific business engagement. Over three high-energy days in Brisbane, our flagship event brought together 650+ delegates, 80 speakers and more than 40 exhibitors from 20 countries. The momentum is already translating into a growing pipeline of climate-resilient projects across the region.
Organisers said engagement was driven by a rising pipeline of nationally led projects and new financing channels from bilateral and multilateral partners. Breakout sessions featuring Pacific leaders were standing-room only, reflecting growing interest from consulting firms, construction companies and lenders in opportunities that create jobs and improve essential services while lifting long-term productivity.
Highlights of the conference included:
• The Asian Development Bank (ADB) fielded one of its largest delegations to any Pacific regional business event, with around 25 representatives contributing to panel discussions and bilateral meetings.
• Pacific leaders outlined their national infrastructure priorities in well-attended breakout sessions, drawing interest from consulting firms, contractors, and financiers.
• The Australia Pacific Islands Business Council (APIBC) signed two Memoranda of Understanding with the Niue Chamber of Commerce and the New Caledonia Chamber of Commerce and Industry Trade and Invest, strengthening regional business ties and bringing the total number of such agreements to 11.
• The conference saw strong participation from Pacific Island chambers of commerce and private sector representatives, reflecting the private sector’s active role in shaping infrastructure priorities.
• Over 40 exhibitors presented technologies and services in areas including renewable energy, digital connectivity, water, transport, and construction.
• Discussions emphasised sustainability, climate resilience, and the importance of local contracting and employment.
Simon Gorman, President of the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council, said the event demonstrated “the importance of collaboration,” noting that the two memoranda with Niue (photo at right) and New Caledonia (left) chambers would help deepen commercial links and support delivery capacity across island markets.
The gathering was hosted by the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council, the Australia Papua New Guinea Business Council and the Australia Fiji Business Council, with the Australian Government’s Office of the Pacific as major sponsor and additional support from government and corporate partners in Australia and New Zealand.
Participants said the next phase will focus on translating conference momentum into bankable projects. Priorities cited by delegations include clear procurement processes, strengthened local content provisions, and blended finance structures that can de-risk investment while accelerating construction timelines. With developer interest high and financing windows expanding, stakeholders described the outlook for 2025-27 as one of steady project mobilisation across multiple sectors.
