AUSJET Managing Director Gary Fitz-Roy said the decision came after a Zoom meeting regarding the Melbourne exhibition that discussed the recent outbreaks of COVID-19 and announcements of various borders closing due to relatively small numbers.
“We can see there is a still a way to go before we have complete confidence in the event proceeding without any impact,” said Mr Fitz-Roy.
“With the best interests of the industry, and specifically the return of exhibitors committed to AUSJET in mind, we are announcing that the AUSJET21 exhibition and conference will be rolled over to 30 – 31 March 2022 with an unchanged venue at the Melbourne Showgrounds.
“We believe this will allow the various buying sectors to recover, take stock and solidify confidence in their interstate travel plans, with those wishing to attend being able to attend unrestricted, enabling us to present the inaugural event in an even bigger and more comprehensive format that it deserves.”
The decision will allow sponsors, exhibitors and the AUSJET association more time to plan and build the event, and AUSJET said it will continue to put the success of next year’s event at the forefront of considerations alongside public safety.
AUSJET recognises the change in dates may not be suitable for all and apologises for any inconvenience this decision may cause.
For more information visit the AUSJET website.
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