CONFERENCE 2024

AUCKLAND

Date:  Thursday 15 August 2024

Venue:  Cordis, Auckland – 83 Symonds Street, Auckland

Our Conference 2024 was a resounding success – thank you to all who attended and contributed to this exceptional event. Over 240 attendees joined us at the Cordis in Auckland, engaging with a stellar lineup of speakers and panellists who shared their expertise on this year’s theme: ‘Setting a Course for the Future’. 

If you missed out this year – don’t miss next year: save the date for Conference 2025 – Thursday 14 August 2025, Napier, Hawke’s Bay

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Cordis Auckland for hosting this year’s conference and providing an excellent venue for our discussions and networking.

Photos from the conference will be available shortly, offering a glimpse into the engaging sessions and vibrant networking opportunities that took place.

Thank you to all who participated in shaping the future of cruising in New Zealand. Your contributions make our industry stronger and more resilient.

This year’s presentations:

• Jacqui Lloyd – CEO New Zealand Cruise Association
• Bjoern Spreitzer — General Manager NZ & Business Events, TNZ
• Cath O’Brien — Executive Director, Board of Airline Representatives of NZ
• Kirstie Hewlett – Director/Chief Executive MaritimeNZ
• Greer Whiting — Manager Invasive Species, MPI New Zealand
• Jill Abel – CEO Australian Cruise Association
• Oscar Nathan – General Manager Tourism Bay of Plenty

Some photos of the conference:

For more photos please visit wearesmoke.